AWIIndustrials · Building Products & EquipmentThe 9 Wall Street analysts covering Armstrong World Industries, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $209 — +14.4% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 63 of 100 as at 13 Aug 2026 — in the upper half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Armstrong World Industries, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Quality (97): The business earns solid, repeatable profits on what it owns.
Accruals (34): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.
Size (18): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on AWI, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +14.4% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Apr 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Upgrade | Outperform | $203 → $200 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 29 Apr 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | $200 → $195 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 20 Apr 2026 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 13 Apr 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Maintains | In-Line | — |
| 25 Feb 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Maintains | In-Line | — |
| 29 Oct 2025 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 29 Oct 2025 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 6 Oct 2025 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 12 Sept 2025 | Truist Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 30 July 2025 | Evercore ISI Group | Maintains | In-Line | — |
| 30 July 2025 | Loop Capital | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 30 July 2025 | Truist Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 30 July 2025 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 24 June 2025 | JP Morgan | Initiates | Overweight | — |
| 15 May 2025 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 30 Apr 2025 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 30 Apr 2025 | Loop Capital | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 21 Apr 2025 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. AWI appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 32% of US stocks
Cheaper than 28% of US stocks
Cheaper than 12% of US stocks
Cheaper than 18% of US stocks
Higher than 56% of US stocks
Higher than 48% of US stocks
Higher than 52% of US stocks
Higher than 81% of US stocks
Higher than 81% of US stocks
Higher than 90% of US stocks
Higher than 93% of US stocks
Higher than 16% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
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A weekly summary of dividend activity for Dividend Champions, Contenders, and Challengers was published, noting companies that changed their dividends and those with upcoming ex-dividend dates.
Why it matters — AWI watchers would be interested as Armstrong World Industries may be included among the companies reviewed for dividend changes or ex-dividend dates.
The Touchstone Mid Cap Fund's Q2 2026 portfolio review notes the fund underperformed the Russell MidCap Index for the quarter ending June 30, 2026. Armstrong World Industries, Inc. is listed among the fund's largest detractors from performance, along with Domino's Pizza and Allison Transmission Holdings.
Why it matters — This report identifies Armstrong World Industries as a notable underperformer within a major mid-cap fund's holdings during the quarter, offering a signal about how the stock performed relative to the broader market.
Seeking Alpha reiterates a buy rating on Armstrong World Industries, citing positive Mineral Fiber volume, strong Architectural Specialties growth, and improving office activity. Q2 revenue rose 11.2% year over year to $472M, and management raised FY2026 revenue guidance to $1.77–$1.80B, though margin pressure persists from recent acquisitions. Growth initiatives Kanopi and ProjectWorks are gaining traction.
Why it matters — AWI watchers would care because the report highlights stronger growth and raised revenue guidance, underpinned by traction in the Kanopi and ProjectWorks initiatives, even as acquisition-related margin pressure continues.
Armstrong World Industries announced the appointment of Jennifer Kozak as Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer and a member of the Executive Leadership Team, effective Sept. 9, 2026.
Why it matters — AWI watchers would note the addition of a new executive to the leadership team responsible for the company's human resources strategy as it continues to evolve and grow.
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) was upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects.
Why it matters — An upgrade based on earnings prospects signals a shift in analyst sentiment that AWI watchers would want to note.
The 9 Wall Street analysts covering Armstrong World Industries, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $209, with estimates ranging from $190 to $230. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 9 analysts covering Armstrong World Industries, Inc., 6 rate it a Buy, 3 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Armstrong World Industries, Inc. 63 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 13 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 13 Aug 2026, Armstrong World Industries, Inc. ranks 63 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Quality (97 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 9 analysts implies +14.4% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Armstrong World Industries, Inc. 63 out of 100 as at 13 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Armstrong World Industries, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for AWI are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $190 to $230 over the next 12 months.
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. returned -5.4% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. is an established leader in the production and design of commercial and residential ceiling, wall, and suspension systems.
The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 14 Aug 2026): "Dividend Champion, Contender, And Challenger Highlights: Week August 16". A weekly summary of dividend activity for Dividend Champions, Contenders, and Challengers was published, noting companies that changed their dividends and those with upcoming ex-dividend dates.
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. is an established leader in the production and design of commercial and residential ceiling, wall, and suspension systems. Its core function is to provide innovative interior solutions that enhance spaces with improved acoustical performance and aesthetic appeal. The company's products serve key sectors, including healthcare, education, commercial, and residential construction, reflecting the broad impact it has across industries that require efficient and effective building materials. By offering sustainable, durable, and designer-friendly options, Armstrong World Industries integrates both functionality and style into its offerings. Headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the company remains significant in the market due to its continuous commitment to advancing architectural environments through superior ceiling and wall solutions. Armstrong World Industries also drives industry standards by focusing on sustainability and design flexibility, supporting architects and builders in creating more comfortable and acoustically sound environments.
CEO Mr. Mark A. Hershey J.D. · 4,000 employees · United States · https://www.armstrong.com