Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LECO) has been named one of the 14 Best Mid Cap Dividend Aristocrat Stocks to Buy Now. Morgan Stanley and Stifel have lowered their price targets for LECO ahead of a 2026 reset. Morgan Stanley analyst Angel Castillo cut the price target to $208 from $209, while Stifel’s Nathan Jones reduced theirs to $252 from $265.

Stifel noted that growth in diversified industrials in 2025 was mainly driven by tariff-related price increases, with flat to slightly lower volumes. Looking forward, they expect volume growth to improve in 2026 as inventory destocking fades, supporting low- to mid-single-digit revenue growth. Lincoln Electric is known for its welding products, industrial automation solutions, and cutting equipment, with a strategy based on steady customer demand and cost control.

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