Armstrong World Industries Q1 sales up 7.1%, diluted EPS down 1.9%; EPS outlook raised
Armstrong World Industries reported first-quarter 2026 net sales of $409.9 million, up 7.1%, but operating income fell 4.4% to $94.2 million and diluted earnings per share fell 1.9% to $1.55. The company raised its 2026 adjusted diluted EPS guidance to $8.15 to $8.45 and reaffirmed its net sales, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted free cash flow guidance.
Key points
- Net sales rose to $409.9 million from $382.7 million; operating income fell to $94.2 million from $98.5 million.
- Diluted EPS was $1.55 versus $1.58; adjusted diluted EPS rose 1.8% to $1.69.
- 2026 adjusted diluted EPS guidance raised to $8.15 to $8.45, up 10% to 14% from 2025's $7.41; other guidance reaffirmed.
- Architectural Specialties operating income fell 37.2% to $9.3 million, with a $2 million tariff adjustment and $3 million in Eventscape acquisition costs cited.
The filing
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