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Third Quarter 2026 Results October 29, 2026
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2 Helen E. Gurholt Vice President - Investor Relations, Financial Planning & Analysis Stephen M. Shafer Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Carrie L. Anderson Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Third Quarter 2026 Results
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3 This presentation contains statements that we believe are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “confident”, “intend,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,”, “outlook”, “forecast,” “guidance” or words of similar meaning. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these expectations include, among other things, the following: further softening in U.S. residential and commercial water heater demand; further weakening in North American residential or commercial construction or instability in the Company’s replacement markets; the timing and effects of the China business transaction, including the possibility that the parties will fail to obtain necessary regulatory approvals or to satisfy any of the other conditions to the transaction; potential negative effects relating to the announcement of the China business transaction; failure to realize the expected benefits of the China business transaction; failure to realize the expected benefits of acquisitions or expected synergies; difficulties in predicting results of operations of an acquired business; negative impact to the Company’s businesses from international tariffs, including any new or increased tariffs that could also trigger retaliatory responses from other countries, as well as trade disputes and geopolitical differences, including the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East; negative impacts to the Company, particularly the demand for its products, resulting from global inflationary pressures or a potential recession in one or more of the markets in which the Company participates; the Company’s ability to continue to obtain commodities, components, parts and accessories on a timely basis through its supply chain and at expected costs, including the recent volatility in fuel and other material prices; inability of the Company to implement or maintain pricing actions; inconsistent recovery of the Chinese economy or a further decline in the growth rate of consumer spending or housing sales in China; the availability, timing or effects of China stimulus programs; the failure to realize the expected benefits of restructuring actions; further weakening in the high-efficiency gas boiler segment in the U.S.; substantial defaults in payment by, material reduction in purchases by or the loss, bankruptcy or insolvency of a major customer; foreign currency fluctuations; failure to realize the expected benefits, timing and extent of regulatory changes; competitive pressures on the Company’s businesses, including new technologies and new competitors; the impact of potential information technology or data security breaches; negative impact of changes in government regulations or regulatory requirements; the inability to respond to secular trends toward decarbonization and energy efficiency; and adverse developments in general economic, political and business conditions in key regions of the world. Forward-looking statements included in this presentation are made only as of the date of this presentation, and the Company is under no obligation to update these statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributed to the Company, or persons acting on its behalf, are qualified entirely by these cautionary statements. This presentation contains certain non-GAAP financial measures as that term is defined by the SEC. Non-GAAP financial measures are generally identified by “Adjusted” (Adj.) or “Non-GAAP.” Forward Looking Statements Third Quarter 2026 Results
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4 Transaction Overview • Announced definitive agreements on October 27, 2026, with CPE, a leading China- based alternative asset manager, to acquire a majority interest in the China business • Completes the strategic review of the China business announced in July 2025 • Sharpens strategic focus and reduces exposure to a challenging market • CPE, an experienced local owner, is well positioned to lead the business forward Terms & Valuation • CPE to acquire ~81%; A. O. Smith to retain ~19% minority interest • China business valued at ~$400 million, cash-free, debt-free • Royalties under a long-term brand licensing agreement for the A. O. Smith brand in China • Expected close: first half of 2027 subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions Value Creation • Total value, including estimated value of future royalty payments, expected to exceed $500 million • Repatriation of ~$80 million cash currently held in China • Upside opportunity from retained ~19% minority interest • Prioritize share repurchases as a use of after-tax proceeds and repatriated cash Majority Sale of China Business Unlocks Value for Shareholders Will Exit Majority Ownership of China Business Simplifies Portfolio and Sharpens Strategic Focus Enables Return of Capital to Shareholders and Retains Upside Potential Third Quarter 2026 Results
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5 Third Quarter Performance and Highlights Highlights • Net sales approximately flat compared to prior year • Adjusted EPS decreased 1% to $0.93 North America • Sales increased 3%, with organic growth of 1% • Leonard Valve acquisition contributed $15 million in sales Rest of World • Sales decreased 7% primarily due to lower China sales • Continued cost management actions partially mitigate China sales decline $943M $941M Q3 2025 Q3 2026 ~Flat YOY Segment Sales ($M)Adjusted EPS Segment Earnings ($M)Sales ($M) $0.94 $0.93 Q3 2025 Q3 2026 $762M $193M North America Rest of World $180M $11M North America Rest of World -1% YOY Third Quarter 2026 Results
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6 $743 $4 $15 $762 Q3 2025 Sales Organic Growth Acquisition Q3 2026 Sales Third Quarter North America Segment • Excluding acquisitions, organic growth was 1% • Boilers sales increased 13% driven by higher volumes and pricing benefits • Water heaters down 1% primarily driven by lower residential volumes • Water treatment sales grew 5% • Leonard Valve contributed $15 million to sales • Segment earnings flat and margin down 60 bps • Higher than expected input costs, including double-digit increases in steel and freight costs, partially offset by IEEPA tariff refunds and other cost savings • Water treatment restructuring initiatives progressing with operations ceased at the Groveport, OH facility and production transferred to other sites Segment Operating Earnings ($M)Segment Sales ($M) 3% YOY $180 $(3) $5 $(2) $180 Q3 2025 Earnings Organic Growth Acquisition Input and Other Costs, net Q3 2026 Earnings 24.2% 23.6% 1 1 Third Quarter 2026 Results Input cost inflation (18) IEEPA tariff refunds 10 Other cost savings 6 Net impact (2) 1Includes volume, price and mix 2Net of cost savings 2
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7 Third Quarter Rest of World Segment 1Includes volume, price and mix • Sales decreased 7% and included a favorable currency impact of $5 million primarily related to sales in China • China sales decreased 17% in local currency, reflecting continued weak consumer demand and disruption related to the recently concluded strategic assessment • Operating earnings decreased due to lower volumes in China • Continued cost control actions help to mitigate volume impact Segment Operating Earnings ($M)Segment Sales ($M) $208 $5 $193 Q3 2025 Sales Organic Growth FX Q3 2026 Sales -7% YOY $15 $5 $11 Q3 2025 Earnings Organic Growth SG&A Other Q3 2026 Earnings 7.4% 5.4% 1 1 Third Quarter 2026 Results $(9) $(20)
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8 Cash Flow and Capital Allocation $429 million YTD 2026 operating cash flow. Strong balance sheet supports $470 million in acquisitions and $410 million returned to shareholders Operating Cash Flow1 ($M) Capital Allocation1 ($M) $434 $429 YTD Sept 2025 YTD Sept 2026 YTD Sept 2025 YTD Sept 2026 Invest for Growth Capital expenditures $53 $33 Acquisitions $0 $470 Return Cash to Shareholders Dividends $145 $149 Share repurchases2 $335 $261 Total returned $480 $410 Balance Sheet Debt to capital ratio 9.2% 27.0% 1As of September 30, 2026 2Full year 2026 share repurchase target is $300 million Third Quarter 2026 Results
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9 2026 Outlook and Assumptions1 1As of October 29, 2026 All Guidance excludes the impact of the China business and restructuring and impairment expenses Third Quarter 2026 Results 2026 REVENUE GROWTH 2025 base: $3,155M (excl. China) 2026 ADJUSTED EPS 2025: $3.42 (excl. China) 2026 FREE CASH FLOW Supports ~$300M share repurchase target Business Drivers U.S. Residential Water Heater Industry ~-LSD U.S. Commercial Water Heater Industry ~Flat North American Boiler Sales Growth North America Water Treatment Sales Growth ~3% to 4% Leonard Valve Acquisition ~$65M Adjusted North America Segment Margin ~24% Rest of World Segment Margin ~5% Financial Assumptions Capital Expenditures ~$50M to $55M Depreciation & Amortization ~$80M Interest Expense ~$35M Corporate/Other Expense ~$80M to $85M Effective Tax Rate ~25% Share Repurchases ~$300M Share Count – Diluted ~137M ~10% to 12% ~4% $3.42 – $3.52 ~$525M–$575M
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10 Excluding China(2)Historical 2025 Revenue 2025 Revenue Growth 2025 EBIT Margin Revenue by Geography(2) $3.8B $3.2B 0% 3% 19% 21% Retains scale with market leading positions Raises growth profile Improves EBIT margin by ~200bps Focused portfolio with a resilient core 77% 18% 2025A(1) Revenue Europe (1%) India (4%) China North America 94% 2025A Revenue Excluding China Europe (2%) India (4%) North America (1) Geographic mix based on 2025 actual revenue. (2) Information presented represents non-GAAP, unaudited information that excludes the China business. See accompanying reconciliations from GAAP measures to non-GAAP measures in the Appendix North American Focused Water Platform with Enhanced Growth & Margins Third Quarter 2026 Results
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11 Sharper Focus. Higher Margins. Investing Where We Win. 1 2 3 4 Focused levers to grow shareholder value… ✓ ✓ ✓ Portfolio Priorities How We Create Value Market-Led Innovation: Differentiated products and solutions that navigate the regulatory environment, build brand of choice, and win share Operational Excellence Disciplined pricing and productivity that protect margins and self-fund growth investments Disciplined Capital Deployment: Strong cash flow & balance sheet support a balanced approach: reinvest for growth, pursue targeted M&A and return cash to shareholders A simpler, higher-margin portfolio with a resilient core and multiple growth platforms Leader in North American Water Heating and Boilers Leading residential and commercial share, earned through innovation and deep customer relationships • Resilient, replacement-driven demand (80–85% of sales) Growing & Scalable Water Treatment Business Secular health and sustainability tailwinds • Innovation-led growth in priority channels • Recurring filter revenue and scale drive operating leverage opportunity A New Growth Platform in Water Management Deeper into the commercial mechanical room • Spec-driven, digital, high-margin solutions • Scalable through bolt-on growth and connected solutions Emerging Growth Engine in India Compelling market dynamics for clean hot water • Innovation-led product leadership • Growing brand and channel coverage Third Quarter 2026 Results
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Appendix Third Quarter 2026 Results
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13 Adjusted Earnings and Adjusted EPS ($ in Millions, except per share data) Third Quarter 2026 Results
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14 Sales Growth (Decline) Third Quarter 2026 Results
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15 Adjusted Segment Earnings ($ in Millions) Third Quarter 2026 Results
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16 Free Cash Flow ($ in Millions) Third Quarter 2026 Results
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17 2026 Year to Date and Full Year 2026 Net Sales excluding results of China business ($ in Millions) Third Quarter 2026 Results
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18 2026 Year to Date and Full Year EPS excluding results of China business Third Quarter 2026 Results
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19 2025 Net Sales and Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) and EBIT Margin Third Quarter 2026 Results