Is AIN a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 41.3/100. It is ranked #2,737 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 38/100, Momentum 34/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for AIN?

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 41.3 ranks it #2,737 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is AIN in?

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ operates in the Materials sector (Textiles industry) with a market cap of $1.53 billion. It is classified as a small-cap stock.

Does AIN pay a dividend?

AIN does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is AIN's P/E ratio?

P/E ratio data is not currently available for AIN, which may indicate the company is not yet profitable.

How profitable is AIN?

AIN's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 19.0%. ROE: -7.2% vs sector average 3.3%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is AIN valued compared to peers?

AIN's value factor score is 38/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: , EV/EBITDA 9.5x. Trading at a premium relative to peers.

What is AIN's debt level?

AIN's debt-to-equity ratio is 62%. Sector average: 41%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

AIN has a beta of 1.12, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 55/100.

Does AIN have high short interest?

AIN's short interest factor score is 29/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

AIN Stock Analysis: Top Small-Cap Reduce (Score 41.3/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
AIN	+0.51%	+9.45%	+1.92%	+12.82%	-10.82%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLB	+0.56%	+3.07%	+4.17%	+14.58%	-33.54%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+0.58%	+5.85%	+1.59%	+13.18%	-40.34%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-0.05%	+6.38%	-2.25%	-1.76%	+22.72%	-	-	-

Metric	AIN	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	-28.6x	-208%
EV/EBITDA	9.5x	+58%
Price / Book	2.1x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CF CF Industries Holdings, Inc.	57	50	72	66	11.8x	21.1%	36.2%	24.9%	5.5%	41.0x	$19.7B	VS
NTR Nutrien Ltd.	57	37	70	64	54.2x	11.5%	29.0%	2.7%	-	52.0x	$35.9B	VS
UAN CVR PARTNERS, LP	56	50	71	67	12.0x	42.4%	28.5%	17.8%	23.1%	265.0x	$1.3B	VS
LXU LSB INDUSTRIES, INC.	54	50	54	73	41.2x	-3.3%	8.6%	-4.5%	11.0%	85.0x	$1.1B	VS
AA Alcoa Corp	54	50	61	71	18.7x	16.6%	10.0%	8.0%	3.1%	40.0x	$19.0B	VS
MEOH METHANEX CORP	53	34	76	72	24.6x	47.8%	19.1%	6.7%	-	149.0x	$4.6B	VS
NGVT Ingevity Corp	53	50	68	66	53.4x	-638.7%	38.1%	-12.1%	-14.7%	5,459.0x	$2.5B	VS
SEE SEALED AIR CORP/DE	52	50	67	59	11.2x	44.7%	30.2%	10.4%	0.5%	318.0x	$6.2B	VS
ACU ACME UNITED CORP	51	50	71	51	16.4x	9.0%	39.4%	5.2%	-11.5%	45.0x	$171M	VS
APD Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.	51	50	49	50	179.2x	2.4%	31.6%	2.2%	3.9%	114.0x	$64.4B	VS
AIN ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/	41	50	38	34	-	-7.2%	19.0%	-5.6%	-21.3%	62.0x	$1.5B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.3%	0.4%
Operating Margin %	-0.0%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Net Margin %	-0.1%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	2.8%	-	-	-	-	-	11.0%	12.6%	5.2%	-2.5%	1.2%
ROE %	-0.1%	-0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROA %	-0.0%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%
ROIC %	-0.0%	-2.4%	8.2%	9.3%	16.5%	11.5%	13.5%	16.5%	11.6%	6.9%	8.9%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.2%

0.3%

0.4%

0.3%

0.4%

Operating Margin %

-0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

Net Margin %

-0.1%

-0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

FCF Margin %

2.8%

11.0%

12.6%

5.2%

-2.5%

1.2%

ROE %

-0.1%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

ROA %

-0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

ROIC %

-0.0%

-2.4%

8.2%

9.3%

16.5%

11.5%

13.5%

16.5%

11.6%

6.9%

8.9%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$1.2B	$1.2B	$1.2B	$1.1B	$1.0B	$929M	$901M	$1.1B	$982M	$864M	$780M	$710M
	—	$939M	$829M	$724M	$645M	$551M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$234M	$244M	$402M	$424M	$390M	$378M	$371M	$398M	$350M	$296M	$301M	$279M
Gross Margin	19.0%	20.6%	32.6%	36.9%	37.7%	40.7%	41.2%	37.7%	35.6%	34.3%	38.6%	39.3%
	—	$218M	$211M	$215M	$169M	$160M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Research & Development	—	—	—	$41M	$31M	$30M	$35M	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$88M	—	—	—	—	$73M	$71M	$79M	$72M	$67M	$60M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$280M	$270M	$256M	$209M	$200M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	-$41M	-$36M	$131M	$168M	$181M	$178M	$166M	$194M	$137M	$79M	$92M	$64M
EBIT	-$41M	-$36M	$131M	$168M	$181M	$178M	$166M	$194M	$137M	$79M	$92M	$64M
EBITDA	-$41M	$52M	$131M	$168M	$181M	$178M	$225M	$266M	$212M	$144M	$159M	$122M
Operating Margin	-4.8%	-3.0%	10.7%	14.6%	17.5%	19.2%	18.4%	18.4%	14.0%	9.1%	12.1%	9.0%
EBITDA Margin	-3.5%	4.4%	10.7%	14.6%	17.5%	19.2%	25.0%	25.2%	21.6%	16.6%	20.4%	17.1%
	—	—	—	$20M	$18M	$17M	$16M	$20M	$20M	$19M	$16M	$12M
	—	-$62M	$117M	$160M	$132M	$166M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	-$5M	$29M	$49M	$35M	$47M	$42M	$45M	$32M	$22M	$25M	-$6M
	-$53M	-$57M	$88M	$112M	$97M	$119M	$97M	$133M	$83M	$33M	$53M	$57M
Net Margin	-5.6%	-4.8%	7.2%	9.7%	9.3%	12.8%	10.8%	12.7%	8.5%	3.8%	6.8%	8.1%
	$-1.94	$-1.94	$2.81	$3.56	$3.06	$3.66	$3.05	$4.10	$2.57	$1.03	$1.64	$1.79
Diluted EPS	$-1.94	$-1.94	$2.80	$3.55	$3.04	$3.65	$3.05	$4.10	$2.57	$1.03	$1.64	$1.79
Weighted Avg Basic	—	30M	31M	31M	31M	32M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	30M	31M	31M	31M	32M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$1.2B

$1.1B

$1.0B

$929M

$901M

$1.1B

$982M

$864M

$780M

$710M

—

$939M

$829M

$724M

$645M

$551M

—

$234M

$244M

$402M

$424M

$390M

$378M

$371M

$398M

$350M

$296M

$301M

$279M

Gross Margin

19.0%

20.6%

32.6%

36.9%

37.7%

40.7%

41.2%

37.7%

35.6%

34.3%

38.6%

39.3%

—

$218M

$211M

$215M

$169M

$160M

—

Research & Development

—

$41M

$31M

$30M

$35M

—

Depreciation

—

$88M

—

$73M

$71M

$79M

$72M

$67M

$60M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$280M

$270M

$256M

$209M

$200M

—

-$41M

-$36M

$131M

$168M

$181M

$178M

$166M

$194M

$137M

$79M

$92M

$64M

EBIT

-$41M

-$36M

$131M

$168M

$181M

$178M

$166M

$194M

$137M

$79M

$92M

$64M

EBITDA

-$41M

$52M

$131M

$168M

$181M

$178M

$225M

$266M

$212M

$144M

$159M

$122M

Operating Margin

-4.8%

-3.0%

10.7%

14.6%

17.5%

19.2%

18.4%

14.0%

9.1%

12.1%

9.0%

EBITDA Margin

-3.5%

4.4%

10.7%

14.6%

17.5%

19.2%

25.0%

25.2%

21.6%

16.6%

20.4%

17.1%

—

$20M

$18M

$17M

$16M

$20M

$19M

$16M

$12M

—

-$62M

$117M

$160M

$132M

$166M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

-$5M

$29M

$49M

$35M

$47M

$42M

$45M

$32M

$22M

$25M

-$6M

-$53M

-$57M

$88M

$112M

$97M

$119M

$97M

$133M

$83M

$33M

$53M

$57M

Net Margin

-5.6%

-4.8%

7.2%

9.7%

9.3%

12.8%

10.8%

12.7%

8.5%

3.8%

6.8%

8.1%

$-1.94

$2.81

$3.56

$3.06

$3.66

$3.05

$4.10

$2.57

$1.03

$1.64

$1.79

Diluted EPS

$-1.94

$2.80

$3.55

$3.04

$3.65

$3.05

$4.10

$2.57

$1.03

$1.64

$1.79

Weighted Avg Basic

—

30M

31M

32M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

30M

31M

32M

—

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ Do?

Albany International Corp., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the textile and materials processing business. The company operates in two segments, Machine Clothing (MC) and Albany Engineered Composites (AEC). The MC segment designs, manufactures, and markets paper machine clothing for use in the manufacturing of papers, paperboards, tissues, and towels. This segment offers forming, pressing, and drying fabrics, as well as process belts used in the manufacture of nonwovens, fiber cement and several other industrial applications; and engineered fabrics. The AEC segment 3D-woven and injected composite components for aircraft engines composite airframe and engine components for military and commercial aircraft. It operates in the United States, Switzerland, Brazil, China, France, Mexico, and internationally. Albany International Corp. was incorporated in 1895 and is headquartered in Rochester, New Hampshire. ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) is classified as a small-cap stock in the Materials sector, specifically within the Textiles industry. The company is led by CEO Andrew W. Higgins and employs approximately 4,100 people, headquartered in Rochester, New Hampshire. With a market capitalization of $1.5B, AIN is one of the notable companies in the Materials sector.

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 41.3/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.AIN ranks #2,737 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Materials sector, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ ranks #192 of 284 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Materials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

AIN Stock Price and 52-Week Range

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) currently trades at $57.20. The stock gained $0.29 (0.5%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for AIN is $74.67, which means the stock is currently trading -23.4% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $41.15, putting the stock 39.0% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 133K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is AIN Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) carries a value factor score of 38/100 in the Blank Capital model, signaling premium valuation that prices in significant future growth. The price-to-book ratio stands at 2.06x, versus the sector average of 2.83x. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.30x, compared to 0.74x for the average Materials stock. On an enterprise value basis, AIN trades at 9.47x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.01x for the sector.

At current multiples, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ trades at a premium to most Materials peers. This elevated valuation may be justified if the company can sustain above-average growth rates and profitability, but it also creates downside risk if earnings disappoint expectations.

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is -7.2%, compared to the Materials sector average of 3.3%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at -3.1% versus the sector average of 0.6%.

On a margin basis, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ reports gross margins of 19.0%, compared to 29.8% for the sector. The operating margin is -4.8% (sector: 6.0%). Net profit margin stands at -5.6%, versus 3.0% for the average Materials stock. Revenue growth is running at -21.3% on a trailing basis, compared to 1.8% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

AIN Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ has a debt-to-equity ratio of 62.0%, compared to the Materials sector average of 41.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 2.10x, indicating strong short-term liquidity. Total debt on the balance sheet is $456M. Cash and equivalents stand at $108M.

AIN has a beta of 1.12, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ is 55/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ reported revenue of $1.16B and earnings per share (EPS) of $-1.94. Net income for the quarter was $-53M. Gross margin was 19.0%. Operating income came in at $-41M.

In FY 2025, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ reported revenue of $1.18B and earnings per share (EPS) of $-1.94. Net income for the quarter was $-57M. Gross margin was 20.6%. Revenue grew -3.9% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $-36M.

In Q3 2025, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ reported revenue of $261M and earnings per share (EPS) of $-3.37. Net income for the quarter was $-98M. Gross margin was -19.1%. Revenue grew -12.4% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $-117M.

In Q2 2025, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ reported revenue of $311M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.31. Net income for the quarter was $9M. Gross margin was 31.3%. Revenue grew -6.2% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $22M.

Over the past 8 quarters, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $332M to $1.16B. Investors analyzing AIN stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

AIN Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among smaller companies in the Textiles industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Materials dividend stocks may want to explore other Materials stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

AIN Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) has a momentum factor score of 34/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 38/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 29/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

AIN vs Competitors — Materials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Materials sector, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) ranks #192 out of 284 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places AIN in the lower half of all Materials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF) with a score of 56.6/100, Nutrien Ltd. (NTR) with a score of 56.6/100, CVR PARTNERS, LP (UAN) with a score of 55.6/100, LSB INDUSTRIES, INC. (LXU) with a score of 53.6/100, and ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) with a score of 51.2/100.

Comparing AIN against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full AIN vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

AIN Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy AIN? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ suggests caution. The value score of 38/100 indicates premium valuation. Momentum is weak at 34/100, a headwind for near-term performance.

In summary, ALBANY INTERNATIONAL CORP /DE/ (AIN) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 41.3/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on AIN stock.

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