Cabot Corporation's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend increase of 5%, raising the dividend from $0.45 to $0.4725 per share. The increase reflects the company's confidence in its strong cash flow generation, robust liquidity position, and earnings durability. The dividend is payable on June 12, 2026, to shareholders of record as of May 29, 2026.

1492 Capital Management initiated a new $3.49 million position in Cabot Corporation during Q1 2026, acquiring 48,057 shares. Despite the stock being flat over the past year while underperforming the S&P 500's 35% gain, the fund's investment suggests confidence that expectations are reset and downside is limited. Cabot faces near-term headwinds with Q1 adjusted EPS down 13% year-over-year, particularly in its Reinforcement Materials segment, though strong cash flow generation and a potential cyclical turnaround provide support.

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Cabot Corporation's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share on January 9, 2026. The dividend is payable on March 13, 2026, to stockholders of record as of February 27, 2026.

Cabot Corporation has completed its acquisition of Mexico Carbon Manufacturing (MXCB) from Bridgestone Corporation. The facility, strategically located near Cabot's existing Altamira, Mexico plant, expands Cabot's manufacturing capacity and enables production of a broader range of reinforcing carbon products, strengthening the companies' partnership and positioning Cabot for long-term growth.

Cabot Corporation has successfully completed its acquisition of Mexico Carbon Manufacturing (MXCB) from Bridgestone Corporation. The facility, strategically located near Cabot's existing Altamira, Mexico plant, expands Cabot's manufacturing capacity and reinforces its position as a leading provider of reinforcing carbon products. The acquisition strengthens the partnership between the two companies and enhances Cabot's ability to support diverse customer needs.

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Cabot Corporation announced the appointment of William Masterson as senior vice president and president of the Reinforcement Materials segment, succeeding Matthew Wood who is leaving the company immediately.

Cabot Corporation announced a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, payable on December 12, 2025, to stockholders of record as of November 28, 2025.

Cabot Corporation announced a quarterly dividend of $0.45 per share, payable on December 12, 2025, to stockholders of record as of November 28, 2025.

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