AZZ Inc. (NYSE: AZZ) sets $0.20 Q4 2026 cash dividend
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
AZZ Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a fiscal year 2026 fourth quarter cash dividend of $0.20 per share on its outstanding common stock. The dividend will be paid on May 14, 2026 to shareholders of record as of April 23, 2026.
The company states that it currently intends to pay regular quarterly cash dividends going forward, although each dividend will be reviewed individually and declared at the Board’s discretion. AZZ links its dividend decisions to factors such as operating results, financial condition, and overall business outlook.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 8.01, 9.01
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Item 8.01
Other Events
Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Q4 2026 cash dividend: $0.20 per share
Dividend record date: April 23, 2026
Dividend payment date: May 14, 2026
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Q4 2026 cash dividend
$0.20 per share
Fiscal year 2026 fourth quarter dividend on common stock
Dividend record date
April 23, 2026
Shareholders of record eligible for the $0.20 dividend
Dividend payment date
May 14, 2026
Scheduled payment date for the Q4 2026 cash dividend
Key Terms
hot-dip galvanizing, coil coating, forward-looking statements, Safe Harbor Statement, +1 more
5 terms
hot-dip galvanizing financial
"the leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions"
A metal-protection process where steel or iron is dipped into molten zinc to form a durable, corrosion-resistant coating — like giving metal a long-lasting raincoat. It matters to investors because hot-dip galvanizing extends product life, reduces maintenance and warranty costs, and can be a regulatory or quality requirement in construction, infrastructure and manufacturing markets; changes in demand, energy or zinc prices and environmental rules can affect company margins and capital needs.
coil coating financial
"provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions, today announced"
Coil coating is an industrial process that applies paint or protective layers to large rolls of metal (usually steel or aluminum) before they are cut and shaped, like unrolling and painting a sheet of metal continuously on a production line. It matters to investors because it changes the finished product’s durability, appearance and maintenance needs—affecting demand, pricing, manufacturing costs and capital spending for companies that make or use coated metal in buildings, appliances, vehicles and infrastructure.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"Certain statements herein about our expectations of future events or results constitute forward-looking statements"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
Safe Harbor Statement regulatory
"Safe Harbor Statement Certain statements herein about our expectations"
A safe harbor statement is a disclaimer that companies include in their public disclosures to limit legal liability if future results differ from what was forecasted or expected. It acts like a protective shield, helping companies avoid lawsuits if their predictions don’t come true, and gives investors a clearer understanding that certain statements are forward-looking and involve risks.
The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 regulatory
"for purposes of the safe harbor provisions of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995"
A U.S. law that changed the rules for private lawsuits over alleged misstatements in securities, making it harder to file weak or purely speculative claims while preserving genuine investor rights. Think of it as tightening the gate for complaints: plaintiffs now must show specific facts to get a case started, companies get limited protection for forward-looking statements, and procedures for choosing lead plaintiffs and calculating damages are clarified — all of which affect litigation risk and company valuations.
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
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FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
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Item 8.01 | Other Events. | ||||
On April 9, 2026, AZZ Inc. issued a press release announcing that its Board of Directors has declared and authorized a fiscal year 2026 fourth quarter cash dividend of $0.20 per share on the Company's outstanding shares of common stock. The dividend is payable on May 14, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on April 23, 2026.
Item 9.01 | Financial Statements and Exhibits. | ||||
(d) Exhibits.
The following exhibit is filed as part of this report.
| Exhibit | Description | ||||
| 99.1 | Press release issued by AZZ Inc., dated April 9, 2026. | ||||
104 | Cover Page Interactive Date File (embedded with the Inline XBRL document). | ||||
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
| AZZ Inc. | |||||
| Date: April 9, 2026 | By: /s/ Tara D. Mackey | ||||
| Tara D. Mackey Chief Legal Officer and Secretary | |||||
AZZ Inc. Announces Fiscal Year 2026 Fourth Quarter Cash Dividend
April 9, 2026 - FORT WORTH, TX - AZZ Inc. (NYSE: AZZ), the leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions, today announced its Board of Directors has authorized a fourth quarter cash dividend in the amount of $0.20 per share on the Company’s outstanding shares of common stock. The dividend is payable on May 14, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on April 23, 2026.
While AZZ currently intends to pay regular quarterly cash dividends for the foreseeable future, any future dividends will be reviewed on an individual basis and declared by the Board of Directors at its discretion. AZZ remains committed to enhancing shareholder value based upon its consideration of various factors, including operating results, financial condition, and business outlook at the applicable time.
About AZZ Inc.
AZZ Inc. is the leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions to a broad range of end-markets. Collectively, our business segments provide sustainable, unmatched metal coating solutions that enhance the longevity and appearance of buildings, products and infrastructure that are essential to everyday life.
Safe Harbor Statement
Certain statements herein about our expectations of future events or results constitute forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as "may," "could," "should," "expects," "plans," "will," "might," "would," "projects," "currently," "intends," "outlook," "forecasts," "targets," "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "predicts," "potential," "continue," or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Such forward-looking statements are based on currently available competitive, financial, and economic data and management’s views and assumptions regarding future events. Such forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain, and investors must recognize that actual results may differ from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and are subject to risks that could cause them to differ materially from actual results. Certain factors could affect the outcome of the matters described herein. This press release may contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, changes in customer demand for our manufactured solutions,
including demand by the construction markets, the industrial markets, and the metal coatings markets. We could also experience additional increases in labor costs, components and raw materials including zinc and natural gas, which are used in our hot-dip galvanizing process, paint used in our coil coating process; supply-chain vendor delays; customer requested delays of our manufactured solutions; delays in additional acquisition opportunities; an increase in our debt leverage and/or interest rates on our debt, of which a significant portion is tied to variable interest rates; availability of experienced management and employees to implement AZZ’s growth strategy; a downturn in market conditions in any industry relating to the manufactured solutions that we provide; economic volatility, including a prolonged economic downturn or macroeconomic conditions such as inflation or changes in the political stability in the United States and other foreign markets in which we operate; tariffs; acts of war or terrorism inside the United States or abroad; and other changes in economic and financial conditions. AZZ has provided additional information regarding risks associated with the business, including in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors, in AZZ's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28, 2025, and other filings with the SEC, available for viewing on AZZ's website at www.azz.com and on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. You are urged to consider these factors carefully when evaluating the forward-looking statements herein and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. These statements are based on information as of the date hereof and AZZ assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
Company Contact:
David Nark, Chief Marketing, Communications, and Investor Relations Officer
AZZ Inc.
(817) 810-0095
www.azz.com
Investor Contact:
Sandy Martin, Phillip Kupper
Three Part Advisors
(214) 616-2207
www.threepa.com
####FAQ
What dividend did AZZ (AZZ) declare for its fiscal 2026 fourth quarter?
AZZ declared a $0.20 per share cash dividend for its fiscal 2026 fourth quarter on outstanding common stock. The payment reflects the company’s ongoing practice of returning cash to shareholders, subject to future Board review based on results, financial condition, and business outlook.
When is the record date and payment date for AZZ’s $0.20 dividend?
The record date is April 23, 2026, and payment is May 14, 2026. Shareholders who own AZZ common stock at the close of business on April 23, 2026 will be eligible to receive the $0.20 per share cash dividend on May 14, 2026.
Does AZZ plan to continue paying regular quarterly dividends?
AZZ currently intends to pay regular quarterly cash dividends for the foreseeable future. However, each dividend will be evaluated individually and must be declared by the Board, which considers operating results, financial condition, and the company’s business outlook before approving any payment.
What business does AZZ (AZZ) operate that supports its dividend payments?
AZZ is a leading independent provider of hot-dip galvanizing and coil coating solutions serving diverse end-markets. Its metal coating services enhance the durability and appearance of buildings, products, and infrastructure, creating recurring industrial demand that underpins its ability to generate cash and fund dividends.
What risks could affect AZZ’s ability to sustain dividends over time?
AZZ highlights risks such as changes in customer demand, higher input costs, supply-chain delays, and economic volatility. Factors like rising labor, zinc, natural gas and paint costs, higher interest rates, or construction and industrial slowdowns could pressure results and influence future dividend decisions.