Rating Change
Stifel analysts downgraded A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE:AOS) from Buy to Hold on October 19, 2026.
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A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) Downgraded to Hold by Stifel
Stifel analysts downgraded A. O.
At publication ·
What changed
A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE:AOS) · downgrade
- Firm
- Stifel
- Rating
- Buy to Hold
- Price at event
- $58.68
- Market capitalization
- $11.0B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Stifel downgraded A. O. Smith Corporation from Buy to Hold on October 19, 2026.
Market Context
A. O. Smith Corporation operates in the Industrials sector. The stock currently trades at $58.68 with a market capitalization of $11.0B. The stock has declined 13.4% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for A. O. Smith Corporation
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 4 Buy, 5 Hold, 1 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2026 | Stifel | Hold | N/A |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Stifel | Buy | N/A |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Citigroup | Neutral | N/A |
| Jul 20, 2026 | Stifel | Buy | N/A |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Oppenheimer | Outperform | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Hold rating mean for AOS?
A rating of Hold from Stifel reflects the analyst's outlook on A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE:AOS). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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