AYI Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast
Eps Overview
Growth Next 5yrs
9.59%
Last Quarter
$5.20
Past Year
$13.00
Growth Past 5yrs
14.86%
Next Quarter
$4.09
Estimate Next Year
$3.95
Consensus Rating
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Consensus Price Target
Highest Price Target
$435.00
53.79% Upside
Mean Price Target
$350.32
23.85% Upside
Lowest Price Target
$275.00
-2.78% Downside
Recent Analyst Ratings
Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage
Last Updated On Mar 25, 2026
Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS
AYI Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
According to financial reports, AYI (NYSE: AYI) reported an actual EPS of $5.2 for the quarter ending on Oct 01, 2025, compared to an estimated $4.7, resulting in a 10.64% surprise. In the prior quarter (Jun 26, 2025), AYI recorded an actual EPS of $5.12 with a 15.32% surprise. See AYI's full earnings history.
Earnings History
EPS Surprise Factor Analysis
AYI has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Oct 01, 2025 showing a 10.64% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Jun 26, 2025 recorded a 15.32% beat. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.
| Report Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 01, 2025 | 5.2 | 4.7 | +10.64% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 5.12 | 4.44 | +15.32% |
| Apr 03, 2025 | 3.73 | 3.69 | +1.08% |
| Jan 08, 2025 | 3.97 | 3.87 | +2.58% |
| Oct 01, 2024 | 3.77 | 4.19 | -10.02% |
| Jun 27, 2024 | 3.62 | 4.2 | -13.81% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AYI stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given AYI stock an average recommendation of
Buy. 19 analysts have given their ratings
to AYI out of which
7 analysts have given strong buy call,
1 analysts have given buy call,
11 analysts rate it hold,
0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and
0 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of
$350.32 gives the stock implied upside
of roughly 23.85% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for AYI highest price target?
Analysts suggest AYI's stock price would rise to a high of $435.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for AYI over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the AYI stock price could move to $275.00.
What is the average target price for AYI?
AYI stock has an average analyst estimate of $350.32.
At its current price, how far is AYI from its average target price?
AYI shares are currently trading 23.85% above this price target.
What were AYI’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $5.20 versus consensus estimates of $4.70, and above the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $3.77.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
AYI's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $4.09 and $3.95 for the whole year.
What has AYI's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 9.59% EPS growth for AYI in the next five years, compared to growth rates of 14.86% in the past five years.