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Lennox International Inc(LII)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$356.44
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LII

10/09/2026: LII (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Lennox International Inc is a prominent US-based provider of residential and commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems. The company is known for its strong brand, high-efficiency product portfolio, and a deeply embedded dealer network that provides a competitive advantage. Its primary investment story centers on the growing demand for sustainable climate control and long-term HVAC replacement cycles. However, investors must monitor risks related to housing market cyclicality, raw material costs, and intense competition from larger global firms. Lennox may be a suitable fit for dividend-focused and quality-oriented investors seeking stable, long-term exposure to the essential building products sector.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitLennox offers steady organic growth potential, but lacks the high-velocity expansion typical of core growth stocks.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock often trends well during housing market upcycles and periods of strong industrial performance.
Value investorMixed fitThe stock often trades at a premium multiple due to its brand reputation, which may limit deep-value appeal.
Dividend investorStrong fitLennox has a stable, reliable dividend profile that appeals to income-oriented investors.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe established nature of the company and essential nature of HVAC systems provide a relatively stable investment profile.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can be sensitive to interest rate changes and housing sector news.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors often pay a premium for high-quality HVAC names, which can lead to valuation compression.
Competition risk (Global HVAC)Medium / highIntense competition from major players like Carrier and Trane forces constant innovation.
Business qualityStrongLennox is a highly regarded brand with a long history of operational success.
Dividend incomeLowWhile consistent, the dividend yield is not the primary driver of total returns.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully navigating supply chain complexities and product shifts remains critical.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -25.66%
Avg. Invested days 44
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
LII receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
LII has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 12.3%) and solid profitability (net margin 15.5%) are partially offset by slightly negative earnings growth (-0.1%), slightly negative revenue growth (-2.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
LII's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (12.3% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
LII's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being earnings growth at -0.1% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while revenue growth (-2.7%, slightly negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-18.3%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 79.4% and approximately 90.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 9.60% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.61%
Capital Research & Mgmt Co - Division 3 7.18%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 5.95%
Viking Global Investors LP 4.60%
State Street Corp 4.29%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
LII generates approximately $334 of gross profit, $200 of operating income, and $123 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 19.16%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
LII has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 12.50B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 15.94
1Y Target Price 472.64
Price to earnings Ratio 15.94
1Y Target Price 472.64
Volume (30-day avg) 486.2K shares
Beta 1.16
52 Weeks Range 348.90 - 585.05
Updated Date 10/09/2026
52 Weeks Range 348.90 - 585.05
Updated Date 10/09/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.47%
Basic EPS (TTM) 22.68

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Residential HVACFurnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps for homes.This is the core, stable engine of the company.
Commercial HVACRooftop units and large-scale cooling systems.This segment provides exposure to non-residential infrastructure trends.
RefrigerationCommercial cooling for food and retail.This is a smaller, niche segment providing stable, essential demand.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 15.94
Forward PE 14.16
Enterprise Value 14.84B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.36
Enterprise Value 14.84B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.36
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.8
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.73
Shares Outstanding 34.56M
Shares Floating 31.23M
Shares Outstanding 34.56M
Shares Floating 31.23M
Percent Insiders 9.6
Percent Institutions 79.41

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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