Acuity Announces Increase in Quarterly Dividend

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Acuity (NYSE: AYI) announced a 17% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.20 per share, up from $0.17 per share. The dividend is payable on February 13, 2026 to shareholders of record as of February 2, 2026.

Positive

• Dividend increase of 17% to $0.20 per share
• Payment date set for February 13, 2026 with record date February 2, 2026

Negative

• Dividend remains modest at $0.20 per share

Atlanta, Jan. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) Board of Directors (the “Board”) increases the quarterly dividend by 17% percent to 20 cents per share from 17 cents per share. The dividend is payable on February 13, 2026, to shareholders of record on February 2, 2026.

About Acuity 

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.

Investor Contact: 
Charlotte McLaughlin 
Vice President, Investor Relations 
(404) 853-1456 
investorrelations@acuityinc.com 

Media Contact: 
April Appling
Senior Vice President, Corporate Marekting and Communications
corporatecommunications@acuityinc.com 

FAQ

What dividend did Acuity (AYI) announce on January 22, 2026?

Acuity announced a quarterly dividend increase to $0.20 per share, up from $0.17 per share.

When is the Acuity (AYI) dividend payable and what is the record date?

The dividend is payable on February 13, 2026 to shareholders of record on February 2, 2026.

By how much did Acuity (AYI) raise its quarterly dividend in January 2026?

The company raised the quarterly dividend by 17%.

How does the new Acuity (AYI) dividend compare to the previous amount?

The new dividend of $0.20 is an increase from the prior $0.17 per share payment.

Will Acuity (AYI) shareholders need to own shares by a specific date to receive the February 2026 dividend?

Yes, shareholders must be on record by February 2, 2026 to receive the February 13, 2026 payment.