A. O. Smith Corporation reported second-quarter 2026 results with net sales of $1 billion and diluted EPS of $0.91, down from $1.07 a year ago. North America segment sales rose 5% to $820.5 million, driven by boiler growth and the Leonard Valve acquisition, while Rest of World sales fell 19% due to weakness in China. The company updated its full-year guidance, narrowing diluted EPS expectations to $3.60–$3.75 and adjusted EPS to $3.70–$3.85. Additionally, A.O. Smith increased its 2026 share repurchase target by 50% to $300 million. The company operates in the global water technology industry, manufacturing residential and commercial water heating equipment, boilers, and water treatment products.

A. O. Smith Corporation announced that Executive Chairman Kevin J. Wheeler will retire from his role as Executive Chairman effective July 1, 2026, while remaining on the Board of Directors. Stephen M. Shafer, the current President and CEO, will assume the role of Chairman of the Company on that date. A. O. Smith Corporation is a manufacturer of water heating and water treatment solutions.

A. O. Smith Corporation has appointed Carrie Anderson as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective July 1, 2026, succeeding retiring CFO Charles T. Lauber. As part of her appointment, Anderson will receive a $1.5 million restricted stock unit award that vests over a three-year period. This leadership transition brings an experienced executive with a background in global industrial and technology sectors to oversee the company's financial strategy and operations.

A. O. Smith Corporation announced its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. This filing notifies investors that the company's quarterly performance data has been released, providing the necessary updates to evaluate the firm's current financial health and operational trajectory.

A. O. Smith Corporation’s Board rejected a resignation offer from director Dr. Ilham Kadri after she received 50.5 million withheld votes, surpassing her 46.8 million "for" votes at the annual meeting. The company attributed the voting outcome to shareholder dissatisfaction with its dual-class capital structure rather than specific objections to Dr. Kadri's performance. This development highlights ongoing investor tension regarding the company's governance and voting control.

A. O. Smith Corporation announced its financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. This is material to investors as it provides the annual performance data necessary to evaluate the company's profitability and overall financial health.