Company Announcements
February 9, 2026
AZZ guides to improved FY27, eyes growth in coatings demand
Written by David Schollaert
AZZ Inc. expects steady top-line growth and improved annual earnings, capitalizing on new capacity ramp-up and strong downstream demand.
Earnings of $6.50 to $7.00 per diluted share are expected in its fiscal-year 2027, according to guidance released on Wednesday. That’s up from $5.90 to $6.20 per diluted share in the prior fiscal year,
The galvanizer and coil coater said demand from construction, industrial, and metal coatings markets complement the company’s newly constructed Washington, Mo., plant.
For the FY beginning March 1, the Fort Worth, Texas-based company expects the new plant to be accretive to earnings in FY27 as it reaches full operational ramp-up.
President and CEO Tom Ferguson said the company is entering FY27 with confidence. He cites strong market positioning and continued momentum in metal coatings and precoat metals.
AZZ expects EBITDA margins of 27–32% for metal coatings and 17–22% for precoat metals.
“Our focus in fiscal 2027 will be on sustainable market share expansion, completing the ramp-up of our Washington, Mo., facility, and maintaining operational excellence,” Ferguson said.
