LEG
Leggett & Platt, Incorporated · Consumer Discretionary · Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances
Last
$11.68
−$0.15 (−1.31%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $11.68 +$0.00 (+0.04%) 8:46 PM ET
Prev close $11.83
Open $11.65
Day high $11.72
Day low $11.43
Volume 1,841,152
Avg vol 1,814,674
Mkt cap
$1.58B
P/E ratio
6.91
FY Revenue
$4.06B
EPS
1.69
Gross Margin
18.35%
Sector
Consumer Discretionary
AI report sections
LEG
Leggett & Platt, Incorporated
Leggett & Platt is trading near its 52-week high with strong recent price momentum and multiple bullish technical signals. At the same time, fundamentals show pressure at the operating-income level and modest revenue contraction but are offset by positive free cash flow, improved earnings, and moderate valuation multiples. The balance sheet reflects meaningful leverage alongside solid liquidity ratios and a positive cash build, while short interest and news flow appear relatively balanced.
AI summarized at 7:20 PM ET, 2026-02-04
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 68 SWING: 74 LONG: 59
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−11% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.89×
RSI
48.42 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.01 Signal: 0.00
Short-Term
-0.08 (Weak)
MACD: -0.11 Signal: -0.03
Long-Term
-0.08 (Weak)
MACD: -0.00 Signal: 0.08
Intraday trend score 62.72

Latest news

LEG 12 articles Positive: 3 Neutral: 4 Negative: 1
Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
Leggett & Platt Announces Quarterly Dividend of $.05

Leggett & Platt's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $.05 per share for Q1 2026, payable on April 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of March 13, 2026.

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Sentiment note

The company is maintaining its dividend payments to shareholders, demonstrating financial stability and commitment to returning capital to investors. Regular dividend declarations are generally viewed positively as they indicate confidence in the company's cash flow generation and financial health.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Leggett & Platt Announces 4Q and Full Year 2025 Earnings Call

Leggett & Platt announced it will release fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings results on February 11, 2026, after market close, followed by a conference call on February 12, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss results, guidance, and market conditions.

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Sentiment note

The article is a routine earnings announcement with no forward-looking statements, performance metrics, or qualitative commentary that would indicate positive or negative sentiment. It is purely informational about the timing and logistics of the earnings release and conference call.

Negative The Motley Fool • William Dahl
Pentair Just Hit a Milestone Barely 1 in 1,000 Stocks Achieve: Is It a Buy?

Pentair has achieved Dividend King status with its 50th consecutive annual dividend increase, joining an exclusive club of just 56 companies out of 54,000 publicly traded firms. The water solutions company's strong fundamentals—including 14% adjusted EPS growth, a low 25% payout ratio, and robust share buybacks—suggest it can sustain this achievement long-term, though its dividend yield of 1.05% is slightly below the S&P 500 average.

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Sentiment note

Presented as a cautionary tale—despite 141 years of history and 52-year dividend streak, the company cut its dividend by 89% in 2024, with shares falling 33%, illustrating that Dividend King status doesn't guarantee future success.

Positive Benzinga • Lekha Gupta
Leggett & Platt Shares Surge On Somnigroup Acquisition Proposal

Somnigroup International proposed an all-stock acquisition of Leggett & Platt at $12.00 per share, representing a 30.3% premium to its 30-day average closing price.

LEG SGI acquisition merger stock transaction premium
Sentiment note

Stock price surged 10.58% on acquisition proposal with significant premium

Neutral Benzinga • Prnewswire
Leggett & Platt Announces Quarterly Dividend of $.05

Leggett & Platt's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share, payable on October 15, 2025, to shareholders of record on September 15, 2025.

LEG dividend quarterly manufacturing shareholders
Sentiment note

Standard dividend announcement with no significant positive or negative implications; routine financial communication indicating stable corporate operations

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
LEGGETT & PLATT ANNOUNCES 4Q AND FULL YEAR 2024 EARNINGS CALL

Leggett & Platt, a diversified manufacturer, will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings results on February 13, 2025, and hold a conference call on February 14, 2025 to discuss the results, guidance, and market conditions.

LEG Leggett & Platt earnings conference call market conditions
Sentiment note

The article provides factual information about Leggett & Platt's upcoming earnings release and conference call, without any explicit positive or negative sentiment.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Eric Volkman
Why Leggett & Platt Stock Zoomed 4% Higher Today

Leggett & Platt, a diversified manufacturer, reported a 6% decline in Q3 sales and a drop in net income, but its stock rose over 4% the next day. The company is considering selling its aerospace business and has reduced its full-year sales and earnings guidance.

LEG Leggett & Platt earnings restructuring aerospace business guidance
Sentiment note

The article presents a mixed outlook for Leggett & Platt. While the company's Q3 results showed declines in sales and net income, the stock price rose on the news, likely due to the company's plans to sell its aerospace business and its revised guidance. The overall sentiment is neutral as the article does not clearly indicate whether the company's performance and outlook are positive or negative.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sns Insider
Geocomposites Market to Reach USD 776.0 Million by 2032 Driven by Growing Infrastructure in Developing Countries , Research by SNS Insider

The geocomposites market is growing rapidly due to advancements in infrastructure and a rising demand for environmental solutions, driven by innovative materials and technologies that improve product performance and durability. The market is expected to reach USD 776.0 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2024 to 2032.

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Sentiment note

The article indicates that the company is part of the growing geocomposites industry, which is experiencing a relentless path of innovation and adaptation.

Unknown Benzinga • Benzinga Insights
A Closer Look at 4 Analyst Recommendations For Leggett & Platt

Throughout the last three months, 4 analysts have evaluated Leggett & Platt (NYSE:LEG), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish. The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 0 0 3 1 0 Last 30D 0 0 1 0 0 1M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 2M Ago 0 0 2 1 0 3M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Leggett & Platt, presenting an average target of $12.75, a high estimate of $14.00, and a low estimate of $11.00. A decline of 21.54% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study A clear picture of Leggett & Platt's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target Keith Hughes Truist Securities Lowers Hold $11.00 $13.00 Keith Hughes Truist Securities Lowers Hold $13.00 $16.00 Susan Maklari Goldman Sachs Lowers Neutral $14.00 $20.00 Peter Keith Piper Sandler Lowers Underweight $13.00 $16.00 Key Insights: Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Leggett & Platt. This information provides a snapshot of ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

LEG Analyst Ratings
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