Armstrong World Industries, Inc.

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LANCASTER, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE:AWI), an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a 10% increase in the company's quarterly cash dividend to $0.373 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on Nov. 19, 2026, to stockholders of record as of the close of busi.

Armstrong World Industries is rated 'Hold' as shares appear fairly valued despite recent growth in revenue and profitability. AWI's Q2 saw revenue rise to $472 million and EBITDA to $166 million, with both core segments contributing to expansion through pricing, volume, and acquisitions. End-market diversification—education, healthcare, transportation—provides stability, though office and retail exposure pose risks amid economic uncertainty.