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Leggett & Platt Incorporated(LEG)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LEG
08/27/2026: LEG (1-star) is a SELL. SELL for 3 days. Simulated Profits (-18.17%). Updated daily EoD!
Leggett & Platt is a diversified industrial manufacturer known for supplying components to the bedding, furniture, and automotive industries. While it has historically been a reliable dividend payer, the company is currently navigating significant operational challenges, including margin compression and volatile demand in its core bedding segment. Its primary investment story rests on successful restructuring and the ability to leverage its specialty products for future profitability. However, retail investors should be aware of risks regarding cyclical industry exposure, dividend sustainability, and intense competition. The stock may suit income-oriented investors, provided they monitor the company’s ability to stabilize cash flows and maintain its long-term dividend record amid a difficult operating environment.
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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The company is currently focused on restructuring and margin recovery rather than rapid top-line growth. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock has experienced persistent downward price momentum, failing to meet criteria for a positive upturn. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation appears depressed relative to historical averages, but fundamental recovery remains uncertain. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Its long history of dividend increases makes it attractive to income investors, though dividend sustainability is now a critical area of focus. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Market sensitivity and recent dividend-related uncertainty have increased the risk profile for conservative investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | Cyclical end-markets cause sensitivity to economic data and interest rate shifts. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | While trading at lower multiples, the lack of immediate earnings growth limits the margin of safety. |
| Competition risk (bedding and furniture) | High | Competitive pressure from low-cost imports and specialized manufacturers persists. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company has strong market positions but is currently struggling with operational efficiency. |
| Dividend income | Medium / high | The payout ratio has risen significantly, making dividend coverage a top priority for investors. |
| Execution risk | High | Success depends on the company's ability to successfully execute its ongoing restructuring and cost-saving plans. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -60.22% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/27/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.26B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 5.9 | 1Y Target Price 10 |
Price to earnings Ratio 5.9 | 1Y Target Price 10 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 728.8K shares | Beta 0.75 | 52 Weeks Range 8.19 - 12.82 | Updated Date 09/17/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 8.19 - 12.82 | Updated Date 09/17/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.15% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.56 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Bedding Products | Steel coil springs, specialty foam, and private-label finished mattresses sold to retailers. | This is the company's largest segment, tied directly to the health of the consumer bedding market. |
| Specialized Products | Hydraulic cylinders and components for the automotive and aerospace industries. | This segment provides diversification away from home furnishings into specialized industrial niches. |
| Furniture, Flooring & Textile | Motion furniture mechanisms and office seating components. | These components are sold to manufacturers of office and residential furniture. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 5.9 | Forward PE 14.56 | Enterprise Value 2.36B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32 |
Enterprise Value 2.36B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.61 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.2 | Shares Outstanding 136.59M | Shares Floating 133.15M |
Shares Outstanding 136.59M | Shares Floating 133.15M | ||
Percent Insiders 2.28 | Percent Institutions 100.49 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Leggett & Platt Incorporated
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Carthage, MO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-11-05 | CEO - | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances | Full time employees 15900 | Website https://www.leggett.com |
Full time employees 15900 | Website https://www.leggett.com | ||
Leggett & Platt, Incorporated, together with its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and sells engineered components and products in the United States, Europe, China, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The company offers steel rod, drawn wire, innersprings, specialty foam chemicals and additives, for use in bedding and furniture, semi-finished mattresses, private label finished mattresses, pillows and toppers, static foundations, and adjustable beds to industrial users of steel rod and wire, manufacturers of finished bedding, bedding brands and mattress retailers, e-commerce retailers, big box retailers, department stores, and home improvement centers. It also provides mechanical and pneumatic lumbar support and massage systems for automotive seating, seat suspension systems, motors and actuators, and cables; and engineered hydraulic cylinders to automobile original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers, aerospace OEMs and suppliers, and mobile equipment OEMs. In addition, the company offers steel mechanisms and motion hardware; springs and seat suspensions; components and private label finished goods for soft seating; bases, columns, back rests, casters, and frames for office chairs and control devices; and carpet cushion and hard surface flooring underlayment, structural fabrics, and geo components for manufacturers of upholstered and office furniture, flooring retailers and distributors, contractors, landscapers, road construction companies, retailers, government agencies, mattress and furniture producers, and manufacturers of draperies, specialty packaging, filtration, and automotive upholstery. Leggett & Platt, Incorporated was founded in 1883 and is based in Carthage, Missouri.
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