Sharemaestro company-news research for Smith AO Corporation (AOS), showing current tone, evidence confidence, direct company coverage, sector and industry context, completed price response and the source headlines used on the page. Scores describe published news evidence. Confidence describes the amount, freshness, source breadth and direct company relevance of that evidence. Price context is shown separately.
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Provisional evidence
Company news sentiment
Latest AOS news and sentiment
Smith AO Corporation
Company headlines from the last 30 days, weighted by freshness, relevance, publisher quality and the strength of the wording. Price is shown separately.
Current company news
Early balanced news score
38 company-specific stories are available, but there are not yet enough fresh stories from separate publishers for a firm reading.
Observed headline tone66/100
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Published 30-day score55/100
Latest source headline
A. O. Smith (AOS) is Restructuring Water Treatment. Can It Earn Better Returns Beyond Water Heaters?
Insider Monkey · 09 Oct 2026 15:04
Older, less relevant and less reliable stories count for less. Confidence is shown separately.
What supports the score
38 current stories are mapped specifically to AOS.
The score uses 3 publishers rather than depending on one outlet.
What limits the score
The stories agree, but freshness-weighted evidence is only 0.416.
Confidence is 31/100, below the threshold for a firm score.
55/100
News scoreEarly balanced news score
31/100
Confidencethin evidence
100%/100
Company news38 company stories
88/100
Story agreement12/100 difference
News history
Daily score and story count over 30 days
11 Sep26 Sep10 Oct
News scoreStory count50 baseline
Confidence
How reliable the score is
Confidence uses the amount of news, separate publishers, direct company relevance, freshness and agreement. A high or low score is not automatically reliable.
Amount of evidence8
0.416 after freshness weightingSource breadth60
3 independent publishersCompany relevance100
share tied directly to this companyFreshness49
recency-weighted evidenceAgreement88
how closely stories agreePublisher mix24
less reliance on one publisherPrice and news history
Weekly price and news-score history
Company-specific news is present, but the evidence has not yet earned enough independent, fresh information weight for price confirmation to be treated as a firm signal.
26 completed price weeks18 comparable news-score weeks
One scoring method across the chart.Stored company headlines are recalculated at each weekly point with the current 30-day freshness weighting. Old published snapshots are left unchanged.
17 Apr14 Jul09 Oct
Weekly close, indexedSentiment score
WeekNews scoreCloseWeekly move
09 Oct 202655USD 56.38-0.7%
02 Oct 202653USD 56.75-3.2%
25 Sep 202656USD 58.65+3.0%
18 Sep 202653USD 56.95-0.8%
11 Sep 202649USD 57.39-5.1%
04 Sep 202649USD 60.48+0.2%
28 Aug 202650USD 60.38-4.3%
21 Aug 202654USD 63.08+1.5%
Provisional evidence
News subjects
What is shaping the score
Market update4417 stories · 45%
Earnings5914 stories · 37%
Analyst action503 stories · 8%
Capital return502 stories · 5%
Deals and strategy551 stories · 3%
Macro sensitivity501 stories · 3%
Source mix
Where the evidence comes from
AD HOC NEWS6413 stories · 34%
MarketWatch435 stories · 13%
GlobeNewswire505 stories · 13%
Zacks552 stories · 5%
inkl502 stories · 5%
Simply Wall St.502 stories · 5%
dars.gov.et751 stories · 3%
Recurring subjects
Subjects appearing most often
Financial Markets20Earnings19Manufacturing16Market Research Reports5Growth Rate5Economy Macro5Energy Efficiency4Construction3Technology2Smart Technology2
Earlier readings
How the score has changed
Past and present use the same method.Each point recalculates the previous 30 days of stored company headlines with today's scoring rules. The original stored snapshots remain unchanged.
28 Jul50 neutral10 Oct 14:59
ConstructiveBalanced or withheldCautious
Changes in the stored score
Scores are rebuilt from stored headlines with the current 30-day method. Days with no change are collapsed.
| Observed | Score | Move | Confidence | Stories | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Oct 14:59 | 55 | +0 | 31/100 (-1) | 37 (-1) | Provisional |
| 09 Oct 23:59 | 55 | +0 | 32/100 (-2) | 38 (+1) | Provisional |
| 08 Oct 23:59 | 55 | +0 | 34/100 (0) | 37 (+3) | Provisional |
| 07 Oct 23:59 | 55 | -2 | 34/100 (0) | 34 (+1) | Provisional |
| 06 Oct 23:59 | 57 | +0 | 34/100 (+3) | 33 (0) | Provisional |
| 05 Oct 23:59 | 57 | +0 | 31/100 (-3) | 33 (+1) | Provisional |
| 04 Oct 23:59 | 57 | +4 | 34/100 (+9) | 32 (-1) | Provisional |
| 03 Oct 23:59 | 53 | +0 | 25/100 (-2) | 33 (+1) | Provisional |
Evidence behind the direction
What drives this reading?
Shares of weighted directional evidence in 38 retained current headlines. These weights already account for freshness, relevance and publisher limits; they are not additive points of the published score.
Which subjects lean each way
A subject can carry both supportive and cautious news.
SubjectCautious ← 0 → Constructive
Earnings5 stories
0.0%88.5%
Market update2 stories
11.5%0.0%
Each side uses the same scale: 0–88.5% of the retained directional evidence.
Where the influence comes from
86.2%largest publisher shareA concentrated reading can depend heavily on one publisher.
Publisher groups follow the scoring rules. Company disclosures share one group; syndicated stories are consolidated before weighting.
Source headlines
The news behind the score
Only company-specific stories enter this score. The latest 30 days are shown newest first, with newer stories weighted more heavily and duplicate coverage combined.
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EarningsNot used in direction
A. O. Smith (AOS) is Restructuring Water Treatment. Can It Earn Better Returns Beyond Water Heaters?
A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE:AOS) has a dependable replacement water-heater business. The harder question is whether its distribution relationships and brand strength can produce attractive returns in water treatment. Softer residential demand and higher steel costs are testing that expa…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE:AOS) has a dependable replacement water-heater business. The harder question is whether its distribution relationships and brand strength can produce attractive returns in water treatment. Softer residential demand and higher steel costs are testing that expansion while weakness in China weighs on group earnings. A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE:AOS) trades at 13x forward earnings, versus 15x trailing earnings. The forward figure uses 2027 adjusted estimates; trailing earnings include restructuring charges. Analysts expect about 9% adjusted EPS growth in 2027 after a
- Published
- 09 Oct 2026 15:04
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Operating growth
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 1.0d old
- Text assessed
- Stored headline only
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
ChinaEarningsEarnings EstimateEarnings Per ShareFree Cash FlowMargins
—Unscored
EarningsNot used in direction
A.O. Smith Corp (3SM.DU) recent insider transactions
This article provides a brief overview of recent insider transaction data for A.O. Smith Corp (3SM.DU), as listed on Yahoo Finance. It indicates that there have been no recorded insider purchases or sales in the last 6 months, nor any net institutional purchases in the prior quarter. The …
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
This article provides a brief overview of recent insider transaction data for A.O. Smith Corp (3SM.DU), as listed on Yahoo Finance. It indicates that there have been no recorded insider purchases or sales in the last 6 months, nor any net institutional purchases in the prior quarter. The page also shows the current stock price and links to other financial data.
- Published
- 08 Oct 2026 20:43
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Institutional or insider buying
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 1.8d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Financial Markets
59/100 tone
Zacks highlighted North American boiler growth for A. O. Smith Corp., noting the company's consistent earnings beats and the strategic acquisition of Leonard Valve. The article details A. O. Smith's second-quarter 2026 earnings per share of USD 1.03 against a USD 0.96 consensus and upcomi…
33.3% of directional evidence
Medium story strength
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
Zacks highlighted North American boiler growth for A. O. Smith Corp., noting the company's consistent earnings beats and the strategic acquisition of Leonard Valve. The article details A. O. Smith's second-quarter 2026 earnings per share of USD 1.03 against a USD 0.96 consensus and upcoming third-quarter results. It also provides current stock performance and key financial figures for the company.
- Published
- 08 Oct 2026 16:14
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Beat expectations
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 51/100
- 30-day weight
- 33.3% of directional evidence · 1.9d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturing
—Unscored
EarningsNot used in direction
What to Expect From A. O. Smith's Q3 2026 Earnings Report
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
- Published
- 08 Oct 2026 08:32
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 2.3d old
- Text assessed
- Stored headline only
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
43/100 tone
A.O. Smith Corp. (AOS) stock declined by 2.74% on Wednesday, closing at $55.34. This underperformance occurred during a generally negative trading session, with the S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average also experiencing losses. This marks the second consecutive day of losses for…
10% of directional evidence
Medium story strength
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A.O. Smith Corp. (AOS) stock declined by 2.74% on Wednesday, closing at $55.34. This underperformance occurred during a generally negative trading session, with the S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average also experiencing losses. This marks the second consecutive day of losses for the stock.
- Published
- 07 Oct 2026 17:17
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Negative financial language
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 37/100
- 30-day weight
- 10% of directional evidence · 2.9d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Financial Markets
—Unscored
Deals and strategyNot used in direction
Here's Why Investors Should Consider Retaining A. O. Smith Stock Now
A. O. Smith Corporation AOS has been witnessing persistent strength in its North America boiler business. Sales from the North America boiler business surged 21% year over year in second-quarter 2026. The company expects sales from the boiler business to grow about 6-8% in 2026, while the…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith Corporation AOS has been witnessing persistent strength in its North America boiler business. Sales from the North America boiler business surged 21% year over year in second-quarter 2026. The company expects sales from the boiler business to grow about 6-8% in 2026, while the same from its North America water treatment business are anticipated to rise approximately 5-6%. For 2026, A. O. Smith expects total sales to grow about 2-3% year over year. A. O. Smith believes in adding complementary businesses to its portfolio via acquisitions. For instance, the company's acquisition of LV
- Published
- 06 Oct 2026 14:32
- News subject
- Deals and strategy
- Why this score
- Operating growth
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 4.0d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
AcquisitionsChina SalesConsensus EstimateDebtDividendsEarnings Surprise
—Unscored
EarningsNot used in direction
A.O. Smith stock after-hours at EUR 50.82: plus 0.79 percent versus Lang & Schwarz prior close
A.O. Smith stock closed after-hours trading at EUR 50.82 on October 5, 2026, marking a 0.79 percent increase from its prior close on Lang & Schwarz. The company is scheduled to release its third-quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on October 29, followed by an investor …
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A.O. Smith stock closed after-hours trading at EUR 50.82 on October 5, 2026, marking a 0.79 percent increase from its prior close on Lang & Schwarz. The company is scheduled to release its third-quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on October 29, followed by an investor conference call.
- Published
- 05 Oct 2026 17:39
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 4.9d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsFinancial Markets
78/100 tone
A. O. Smith (AOS) stock is trading around $56.75 on the NYSE as it approaches its Q3 2026 earnings report on October 29. The company's Q2 EPS of $1.03 beat the $0.96 consensus, though revenue saw a slight year-over-year decline. Analysts maintain a "Hold" consensus with an average 12-mont…
40.3% of directional evidence
High story strength
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith (AOS) stock is trading around $56.75 on the NYSE as it approaches its Q3 2026 earnings report on October 29. The company's Q2 EPS of $1.03 beat the $0.96 consensus, though revenue saw a slight year-over-year decline. Analysts maintain a "Hold" consensus with an average 12-month price target of $67.75, implying a 19.4% upside from the current price.
- Published
- 04 Oct 2026 23:50
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Beat expectations
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- High · 66/100
- 30-day weight
- 40.3% of directional evidence · 5.6d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturing
—Unscored
EarningsNot used in direction
A. O. Smith announces results date. A. O. Smith stock costs EUR 50.42 versus EUR 50.40
A. O. Smith Corporation announced it will release its third-quarter 2026 financial results on October 29, 2026, before the U.S. market opens. The company's stock was trading at EUR 50.42 in weekend trading, a slight increase from EUR 50.40 on the previous trading day. An investor conferen…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith Corporation announced it will release its third-quarter 2026 financial results on October 29, 2026, before the U.S. market opens. The company's stock was trading at EUR 50.42 in weekend trading, a slight increase from EUR 50.40 on the previous trading day. An investor conference call is also scheduled for October 29.
- Published
- 03 Oct 2026 09:42
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 7.2d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsFinancial Markets
—Unscored
EarningsNot used in direction
A. O. Smith to Hold Third Quarter Conference Call Oct. 29, 2026
A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) will release its third quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Following the release, the company will host an investor conference call at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Daylight Time) to discuss the results. The confe…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) will release its third quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Following the release, the company will host an investor conference call at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Daylight Time) to discuss the results. The conference call will be accessible live on the company's website, with an audio replay available afterward.
- Published
- 03 Oct 2026 08:13
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 7.3d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsFinancial ResultsManufacturing
—Unscored
EarningsNot used in direction
Quarterly results are due before markets open Oct. 29; A. O. Smith's call follows at 10 a.m. EDT.
A. O. Smith (AOS) will release its third-quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, October 29. An investor conference call will follow at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time and will be streamed live on the company's website. An audio replay will be available afterw…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith (AOS) will release its third-quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, October 29. An investor conference call will follow at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time and will be streamed live on the company's website. An audio replay will be available afterward through the Investors page.
- Published
- 02 Oct 2026 13:00
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 8.1d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsFinanceManufacturing
—Unscored
Market updateNot used in direction
Water Heating Market Outlook 2026-2035 - Featuring Profiles of A.O. Smith, Rheem Manufacturing Company, and Robert Bosch GmbH
Company Logo Energy Efficiency, Smart Controls and Low-Emission Technologies Drive Water Heating Opportunities Across Residential and Commercial Markets Dublin, Oct. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- "Water Heating Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2026-…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
Company Logo Energy Efficiency, Smart Controls and Low-Emission Technologies Drive Water Heating Opportunities Across Residential and Commercial Markets Dublin, Oct. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- "Water Heating Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2026-2035" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global water heating market was valued at USD 143.1 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 277.2 billion by 2035, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5% during the forecast period. Market growth is being driven by the incr
- Published
- 02 Oct 2026 08:17
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 8.3d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Energy EfficiencyGrowth RateInfrastructureMarket Research ReportsRegulationSmart Technology
—Unscored
Company Logo The global point-of-use water treatment systems market is projected to grow from USD 12.13 billion in 2026 to USD 16.38 billion by 2031, registering a 6.2% CAGR. Growth is driven by water quality concerns, urbanization, aging infrastructure, industrial pollution, and demand f…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
Company Logo The global point-of-use water treatment systems market is projected to grow from USD 12.13 billion in 2026 to USD 16.38 billion by 2031, registering a 6.2% CAGR. Growth is driven by water quality concerns, urbanization, aging infrastructure, industrial pollution, and demand for sustainable alternatives to bottled water. Whole-house and reverse osmosis systems will be the fastest-growing segments, while non-residential applications and Asia Pacific are expected to record the strongest growth. Key players include Pentair, Panasonic, LG Electronics, A.O. Smith, Kent RO Systems, Whirl
- Published
- 02 Oct 2026 08:03
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Operating growth
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 8.3d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Growth RateMarket Research ReportsRevenue Estimates
—Unscored
Analyst actionNot used in direction
Zacks cuts A. O. Smith stock estimate to USD 0.94
Zacks Research has lowered its first-quarter 2027 earnings estimate for A. O. Smith (AOS) from USD 0.95 to USD 0.94, maintaining a Hold rating. This revision follows a second quarter where the company beat earnings expectations but experienced softer sales, with revenue declining year-ove…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
Zacks Research has lowered its first-quarter 2027 earnings estimate for A. O. Smith (AOS) from USD 0.95 to USD 0.94, maintaining a Hold rating. This revision follows a second quarter where the company beat earnings expectations but experienced softer sales, with revenue declining year-over-year. The market will be watching the upcoming third-quarter 2026 report on October 27, 2026, where the consensus estimate is USD 0.90 per share.
- Published
- 01 Oct 2026 12:49
- News subject
- Analyst action
- Why this score
- Beat expectations
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 9.1d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsEconomy MacroFinancial MarketsManufacturing
—Unscored
Market updateNot used in direction
A. O. Smith stock: Cyclone Flex receives Vision Award on September 15, 2026
A. O. Smith's Cyclone Flex commercial gas water heater has been recognized with a 2026 Vision Award in the HVAC category for its efficient design. The company announced this on September 15, 2026, marking the third consecutive year it has received such an award. The Cyclone Flex boasts up…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith's Cyclone Flex commercial gas water heater has been recognized with a 2026 Vision Award in the HVAC category for its efficient design. The company announced this on September 15, 2026, marking the third consecutive year it has received such an award. The Cyclone Flex boasts up to 98% thermal efficiency and features like over-the-air updates and AiQ Adaptive Gas Technology.
- Published
- 01 Oct 2026 06:42
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 9.3d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
ManufacturingTechnology
38/100 tone
Shares of A.O. Smith Corp. (AOS) fell 2.84% on Wednesday, closing at $56.37, amidst a broader market downturn where the S&P 500 Index (SPX) dropped 0.25% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) fell 0.86%. This marks the third consecutive day of losses for the company's stock.
1.5% of directional evidence
Medium story strength
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
Shares of A.O. Smith Corp. (AOS) fell 2.84% on Wednesday, closing at $56.37, amidst a broader market downturn where the S&P 500 Index (SPX) dropped 0.25% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) fell 0.86%. This marks the third consecutive day of losses for the company's stock.
- Published
- 30 Sep 2026 17:18
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Large negative market reaction
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 36/100
- 30-day weight
- 1.5% of directional evidence · 9.9d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Financial Markets
—Unscored
Market updateNot used in direction
AO Smith Corp Lobbying Profile, 2019
This OpenSecrets profile details the lobbying activities of AO Smith Corp, a client in the Miscellaneous Manufacturing & Distributing industry. As of July 23, 2026, the company has spent $530,000 on federal lobbying for the year, with all funds being direct spending. The profile provides …
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
This OpenSecrets profile details the lobbying activities of AO Smith Corp, a client in the Miscellaneous Manufacturing & Distributing industry. As of July 23, 2026, the company has spent $530,000 on federal lobbying for the year, with all funds being direct spending. The profile provides a summary of hired firms, lobbyists, issues, agencies, and bills related to AO Smith Corp's lobbying efforts.
- Published
- 29 Sep 2026 10:41
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 11.2d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Economy FiscalManufacturing
—Unscored
Market updateNot used in direction
A. O. Smith Corporation stock last traded at USD 58.38 on September 28, 2026
A. O. Smith Corporation's stock traded at USD 58.38 on September 28, 2026, marking a 0.47 percent decline. The company recently received a FacilitiesNet Vision Award for its Cyclone Flex High-Efficiency Commercial Gas Water Heater, recognized for its advanced features and 98 percent therm…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith Corporation's stock traded at USD 58.38 on September 28, 2026, marking a 0.47 percent decline. The company recently received a FacilitiesNet Vision Award for its Cyclone Flex High-Efficiency Commercial Gas Water Heater, recognized for its advanced features and 98 percent thermal efficiency. This is the third consecutive year A. O. Smith has won a Vision Award for its innovative products.
- Published
- 28 Sep 2026 22:12
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Negative financial language
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 11.7d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Financial MarketsManufacturingTechnology
—Unscored
Capital returnNot used in direction
A. O. Smith (NYSE:AOS): A Dividend Quality Pick for Income Investors
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
- Published
- 28 Sep 2026 12:01
- News subject
- Capital return
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 12.1d old
- Text assessed
- Stored headline only
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
—Unscored
Analyst actionNot used in direction
A. O. Smith stock gained 1.65 percent while analysts held
A. O. Smith stock rose by 1.65% to $58.65 on September 25, 2026, despite a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts and an average 12-month price target of $67.75. The company's Q2 2026 earnings showed pressure points, with North America sales up 5% but international and China sales declinin…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith stock rose by 1.65% to $58.65 on September 25, 2026, despite a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts and an average 12-month price target of $67.75. The company's Q2 2026 earnings showed pressure points, with North America sales up 5% but international and China sales declining significantly, leading to a guidance for modest sales growth for the year.
- Published
- 28 Sep 2026 10:58
- News subject
- Analyst action
- Why this score
- Positive financial language
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 12.2d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsEconomy MacroFinancial MarketsManufacturing
—Unscored
Market updateNot used in direction
A.O. Smith Corp. stock underperforms Friday when compared to competitors despite daily gains
A.O. Smith Corp. (AOS) stock rose 1.65% on Friday, closing at $58.65, despite the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average also seeing gains. This increase broke a two-day losing streak for the company's shares. Despite its daily gains, the stock underperformed when compared to its compet…
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A.O. Smith Corp. (AOS) stock rose 1.65% on Friday, closing at $58.65, despite the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average also seeing gains. This increase broke a two-day losing streak for the company's shares. Despite its daily gains, the stock underperformed when compared to its competitors.
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- 25 Sep 2026 17:17
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Positive financial language
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 14.9d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
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65/100 tone
A. O. Smith's stock is currently trading above its fair value of USD 55, despite the company reporting a Q2 earnings beat. The market price of USD 57.70 on September 24, 2026, is 4.91% above the fair value estimate from Simply Wall St, and analysts like JPMorgan maintain a cautious "Sell"…
5.5% of directional evidence
Medium story strength
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith's stock is currently trading above its fair value of USD 55, despite the company reporting a Q2 earnings beat. The market price of USD 57.70 on September 24, 2026, is 4.91% above the fair value estimate from Simply Wall St, and analysts like JPMorgan maintain a cautious "Sell" rating with a USD 60 price target. The company's Q2 revenue was USD 1.00 billion, down 0.7% year-over-year, with adjusted EPS of USD 1.03, exceeding consensus.
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- 25 Sep 2026 11:12
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Beat expectations
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 43/100
- 30-day weight
- 5.5% of directional evidence · 15.2d old
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- 1 consolidated
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Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Eaton, Emerson Electric, A. O. Smith and EnerSys
The Zacks Manufacturing - Electronics industry is set for growth due to strong manufacturing momentum, stable demand in electronic services, and increased adoption of advanced technologies, despite some supply-chain challenges. This outlook highlights four key companies: Eaton, Emerson El…
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The Zacks Manufacturing - Electronics industry is set for growth due to strong manufacturing momentum, stable demand in electronic services, and increased adoption of advanced technologies, despite some supply-chain challenges. This outlook highlights four key companies: Eaton, Emerson Electric, A. O. Smith, and EnerSys, which are expected to benefit from these trends. The industry's strong performance over the past year and its bullish near-term prospects, as indicated by its Zacks Industry Rank, make these stocks noteworthy.
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- 25 Sep 2026 08:42
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- Market update
- Why this score
- Operating growth
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 15.3d old
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- Stored article
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- 1 consolidated
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North America Instant Water Heater Market Outlook 2026-2035 - Featuring Profiles of Rheem Manufacturing, A. O. Smith, and Rinnai America
Company Logo Smart, Energy-Efficient Instant Water Heaters Gain Momentum Across North American Homes and Businesses Amid Incentives and Rising Energy Costs Dublin, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- "North America Instant Water Heater Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Ana…
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Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
Company Logo Smart, Energy-Efficient Instant Water Heaters Gain Momentum Across North American Homes and Businesses Amid Incentives and Rising Energy Costs Dublin, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- "North America Instant Water Heater Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2026-2035" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. North America Instant Water Heater Market to Reach USD 398.2 Million by 2035 as Demand for Energy-Efficient Systems Accelerates The North America instant water heater market was valued at USD 203.8 million in 2025 and is projec
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- 25 Sep 2026 08:31
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- Market update
- Why this score
- Positive financial language
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 15.3d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
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A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) Latest Stock News & Headlines
This article provides a compilation of recent news and headlines concerning A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) from various financial news sources. It includes information on the stock's recent performance, analyst insights, and market forecasts related to its products. The page also features …
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Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
This article provides a compilation of recent news and headlines concerning A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) from various financial news sources. It includes information on the stock's recent performance, analyst insights, and market forecasts related to its products. The page also features current stock prices and a performance overview comparing AOS to the S&P 500.
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- 24 Sep 2026 14:09
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- Analyst action
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 16.0d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
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- 1 consolidated
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Is A. O. Smith Stock Underperforming the S&P 500?
A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS), a mid-cap company specializing in water heaters and treatment products, has significantly underperformed the S&P 500. The stock has fallen 29.5% from its 52-week high, with a 13.7% year-to-date decline and a 20% dip over the past year, compared to the S&P 50…
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Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS), a mid-cap company specializing in water heaters and treatment products, has significantly underperformed the S&P 500. The stock has fallen 29.5% from its 52-week high, with a 13.7% year-to-date decline and a 20% dip over the past year, compared to the S&P 500's positive returns. This underperformance is attributed to margin pressure, softness in China, and higher input costs, despite the company beating Q2 earnings and revenue expectations.
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- 24 Sep 2026 11:39
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Negative financial language
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 16.1d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
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A.O. Smith stock heads into the open after a 0.8 percent drop
A.O. Smith stock dropped 0.8 percent to USD 56.89 on September 23, 2026, mirroring the S&P 500's decline, amidst broad market pressure from US economic data and higher Treasury yields. The stock traded within a 52-week range of USD 55.78 to USD 80.47, with strong trading volume. Upcoming …
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Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A.O. Smith stock dropped 0.8 percent to USD 56.89 on September 23, 2026, mirroring the S&P 500's decline, amidst broad market pressure from US economic data and higher Treasury yields. The stock traded within a 52-week range of USD 55.78 to USD 80.47, with strong trading volume. Upcoming economic data on jobless claims and housing are relevant for A.O. Smith given its involvement in residential construction.
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- 24 Sep 2026 05:29
- News subject
- Market update
- Why this score
- Negative market reaction
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 16.4d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
Economy MacroEconomy MonetaryFinancial MarketsManufacturingReal Estate
75/100 tone
A. O. Smith (AOS) reported Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.03, surpassing the $0.96 consensus, despite a slight revenue decline of 0.7% year-over-year. While North American boiler sales increased significantly, organic sales in China dropped by 18% in local currency, indicating China remains a…
7% of directional evidence
Medium story strength
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A. O. Smith (AOS) reported Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.03, surpassing the $0.96 consensus, despite a slight revenue decline of 0.7% year-over-year. While North American boiler sales increased significantly, organic sales in China dropped by 18% in local currency, indicating China remains a primary operational challenge. The company's stock was trading at $58.17, well within its 52-week range, with management projecting 2026 adjusted EPS between $3.70 and $3.85.
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- 23 Sep 2026 17:07
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Beat expectations
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Direct company coverage
- Story strength
- Medium · 54/100
- 30-day weight
- 7% of directional evidence · 16.9d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsEconomy MacroFinancial MarketsManufacturing
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A.O. Smith Corp. stock trades near its yearly low
A.O. Smith Corp. stock (AOS) is trading near its 52-week low at USD 56.63, despite a strong Q2 EPS of USD 1.03. The market capitalization stands at USD 7.74 billion, with analyst ratings showing a cautious outlook with more hold and sell ratings than buy. The stock remains significantly b…
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Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A.O. Smith Corp. stock (AOS) is trading near its 52-week low at USD 56.63, despite a strong Q2 EPS of USD 1.03. The market capitalization stands at USD 7.74 billion, with analyst ratings showing a cautious outlook with more hold and sell ratings than buy. The stock remains significantly below its yearly high of USD 81.87.
- Published
- 22 Sep 2026 16:09
- News subject
- Earnings
- Why this score
- Operating growth
- Company focus
- Main company · 100%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 18.0d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturing
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Capital returnNot used in direction
A.O. Smith Corp. stock holds steady as dividend and valuation come into focus
A.O. Smith Corp. stock is attracting investor attention in September 2026 due to its consistent dividend stream, with a yield of 2.53%, and a mid-cap valuation of USD 7.73 billion. The company's shares trade below peers like Lennox, indicating a potential valuation gap. While technical si…
Company news retained for context; no directional weight.
Scoring detailsDirect company coverage
A.O. Smith Corp. stock is attracting investor attention in September 2026 due to its consistent dividend stream, with a yield of 2.53%, and a mid-cap valuation of USD 7.73 billion. The company's shares trade below peers like Lennox, indicating a potential valuation gap. While technical signals suggest subdued short-term momentum, the fundamental dividend story and upcoming ex-dividend date on October 30, 2026, remain key factors for investors.
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- 19 Sep 2026 16:26
- News subject
- Capital return
- Why this score
- No clear directional signal in the available text
- Company focus
- Shared story · 78%
- How it is used
- Shown as company news · not used in the score
- Story strength
- Not directional
- 30-day weight
- None · 20.9d old
- Text assessed
- Stored article
- Duplicates
- 1 consolidated
EarningsFinancial MarketsManufacturing
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It describes the weighted balance of qualifying headlines. A score of 50 can mean balanced news or that there is not enough evidence; the status label explains which.
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