$KALU

A Pentagon war game in July 2024, analyzed by the Institute for Defense Analyses, found the US high-purity aluminum supply chain could be vulnerable in a major conflict. The UAE supplies about 90% of US high-purity aluminum imports, and Iran-linked attacks damaged plants in the UAE and Bahrain in March, pushing prices to a four-year high. Suppliers cited include Kaiser Aluminum, Constellium, and Arconic, with Emirates Global Aluminium as a key source.

The article says more than 100 companies reported quarterly earnings during peak Q2 season, with results described as resilient despite macro uncertainty. It cites FactSet research that about 75% of companies on a major index beat estimates, but only ~25% by more than 10%. It lists specific beats, including Alphabet (GOOG) EPS $9.11 vs $6.22 expected, and Southwest (LUV) EPS $0.94 vs $0.42.

Kaiser Aluminum Corp. (KALU) reported Q2 net income of $96.8 million, or $5.72 per share. Adjusted earnings were $5.53 per share. Revenue for the quarter was $1.26 billion, according to the company, with figures compiled via Zacks Investment Research.

Kaiser Aluminum reported record Q2 results, with profit of $97 million and record sales, and said its Trentwood rolling mill has orders booked well into next year. The company raised its full-year outlook, citing stronger aerospace and packaging demand and ability to pass through higher raw material costs. Kaiser also returned $26 million to shareholders via dividends.

KAISER ALUMINUM CORP (KALU) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. EX-99.1 2 kalu-ex99_1.htm EX-99.1 EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Kaiser Aluminum Corporation Reports Record Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results Second Quarter 2026 Highlights: o Established Record Results in the Following: o Net Sales $1.3 Billion; Conversion Revenue $437 Million o Net I

Louis Navellier says a major Russell index realignment in June is expected to support fast-growing small- and mid-cap stocks. Russell’s reconstitution is set for Monday, June 29, with preliminary additions announced each Friday in June. He cites historical outperformance around reconstitution and expects further gains of 30%–40% into year-end, noting YTD gains in several named stocks.

Kaiser Aluminum Corporation reported record first-quarter 2026 financial results, with net sales reaching $1.1 billion and a diluted EPS of $3.71. The company's strong performance, driven by increased shipments, improved pricing, and favorable product mix, led management to raise its full-year 2026 outlook for Conversion Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA by 10-15% and 20-30% year-over-year, respectively. This positive forecast reflects structural improvements and strategic initiatives taking hold across the business.

Kaiser Aluminum (NASDAQ:KALU) saw its stock price drop by 4.8% on Friday, trading down to $120.9020 on lower-than-average volume. This decline follows a mix of recent news, including a slight EPS miss in its Q4 earnings despite beating revenue estimates, and mixed analyst sentiment with some upgrades and some neutral ratings. The company recently announced a quarterly dividend of $0.77 per share.

Wells Fargo downgraded Alcoa (AA) and Kaiser Aluminum (KALU) to Equal Weight from Overweight, citing potential underestimation of substitution risks for aluminum by investors. Meanwhile, Wells Fargo named Constellium (CSTM) as its new favorite aluminum processor. Both Alcoa and Kaiser Aluminum stocks saw slight declines following the downgrade.

Investors need to pay close attention to KALU stock based on the movements in the options market lately.