Lennox Shares Rise 3.58% on Earnings Beat But Lag Market as Volume Ranks 396th

On August 13, 2025, Lennox International (LII) saw a 3.58% rise in its stock price, with a daily trading volume of $290 million, ranking 396th in market activity. The company reported Q2 revenue of $1.5 billion, a 3.4% year-over-year increase, and adjusted EPS of $7.82, up 14.5% from the prior year. Analysts expect 6.4% EPS growth for the current fiscal year, though the 17-coverage consensus remains a “Hold,” reflecting mixed ratings including six “Strong Buy,” six “Hold,” and five “Sell” calls.

Despite outperforming its 52-week earnings estimates, LII has lagged broader markets and sector benchmarks. Year-to-date, its stock is down 3.1% compared to the S&P 500’s 9.6% gain and the Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund’s 15.3% rise. A July 23 rally following Q2 results marked a rare 6.6% intraday gain, but long-term underperformance persists amid mixed sector rotation and competitive pressures.

Analyst price targets remain cautiously optimistic, with a mean target of $670.93 implying a 13.6% upside. Joe O’Dea of Wells Fargo maintained a “Sell” rating with a $675 target, suggesting potential 14.3% gains. However, the Street-high target of $754 reflects a more aggressive 27.7% upside, underscoring divergent market views on the company’s near-term trajectory.

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