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Why Lindsay (LNN) Is Down 6.8% After Softer Q3 Results And A Higher Dividend

Simply Wall St·07/11/2026 14:45:24
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  • Lindsay Corporation recently reported past third-quarter fiscal 2026 results showing lower sales of US$160.76 million and net income of US$15.82 million year over year, alongside continued share repurchases under its existing buyback program.
  • Despite weaker earnings, Lindsay’s Board signaled ongoing capital return commitment with a 3% increase in the regular quarterly dividend to US$0.38 per share, raising the annual indicated payout to US$1.52.
  • Now, we’ll examine how softer irrigation earnings alongside a higher dividend affect Lindsay’s existing investment narrative and future expectations.

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Lindsay Investment Narrative Recap

To own Lindsay, you need to believe in its role in long term water management and road safety, even when agricultural cycles turn against it. The latest quarter’s softer irrigation earnings do not materially alter that bigger picture, but they do underline the near term risk that weak farm spending and delayed projects could keep pressure on results longer than some investors might expect.

The most relevant recent update is the 3% dividend increase to US$0.38 per share, lifting the annual indicated payout to US$1.52. Paired with ongoing share repurchases, this sits alongside the key catalyst of potential infrastructure growth, but it also raises the stakes if earnings remain under pressure and cash flows tighten.

Yet behind Lindsay’s higher dividend, investors should be aware of the risk that prolonged weak North American irrigation demand could...

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Lindsay's narrative projects $716.6 million revenue and $72.1 million earnings by 2029. This requires 4.0% yearly revenue growth and a $13.2 million earnings increase from $58.9 million today.

Uncover how Lindsay's forecasts yield a $131.50 fair value, a 16% upside to its current price.

Exploring Other Perspectives

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Two fair value estimates from the Simply Wall St Community cluster between US$131.50 and about US$157.26, showing how wide individual views can be. As you weigh those against Lindsay’s softer recent earnings and exposure to uncertain farm spending, it is worth considering how different growth and risk assumptions could shape the company’s performance over time.

Explore 2 other fair value estimates on Lindsay - why the stock might be worth just $131.50!

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.