A.O. Smith stock jumps 6% after record EPS and 2026 guidance puts China back in focus
New York, January 29, 2026, 15:25 EST — Regular session A. O. Smith shares climbed 6.1% to $73.73 in Thursday afternoon trading, following a strong quarterly profit report and the company’s 2026 outlook. The stock had ended Wednesday at $69.49. This update is key as investors seek clear signs on demand in the U.S. replacement market and commercial projects—segments that…