GrafTech International is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings on October 23 with a year-over-year EPS decline of 41.8% to a loss of $1.46 per share and revenues down 12.1% to $126.59 million. With a positive Earnings ESP of +1.72% but a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell), the stock is not considered a compelling earnings-beat candidate.

The Metal Products - Procurement and Fabrication industry faces persistent cost pressures from inflation, supply-chain disruptions, and tariffs, but shows recovery potential through manufacturing sector expansion. GrafTech International and Kaiser Aluminum are highlighted as companies positioned to benefit from cost-management actions, automation investments, and improving end-market demand, though the industry carries a dim Zacks Industry Rank #239.

The Metal Products - Procurement and Fabrication industry is navigating persistent cost inflation, supply-chain disruptions, and tariff uncertainties that constrain margins. However, manufacturing sector recovery continues with the ISM index above 50% and expansion in new orders and production. Companies are leveraging automation, cost optimization, and efficiency improvements to offset pressures, while end-market growth in aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing sectors presents long-term opportunities.

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EAF earnings call for the period ending March 31, 2024.

GrafTech (EAF) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 44.44% and 16.58%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2024. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Throughout the last three months, 4 analysts have evaluated GrafTech International (NYSE:EAF), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish. The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 0 0 4 0 0 Last 30D 0 0 1 0 0 1M Ago 0 0 1 0 0 2M Ago 0 0 2 0 0 3M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $1.88, a high estimate of $2.00, and a low estimate of $1.50. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 37.33%. Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of GrafTech International by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target Arun Viswanathan RBC Capital Lowers Sector Perform $2.00 $3.00 David Gagliano BMO Capital Lowers Market Perform $1.50 $2.00 Curt Woodworth UBS Announces Neutral $2.00 - Alexander Hacking Citigroup Lowers Neutral $2.00 $4.00 Key Insights: Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to GrafTech International. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

EAF earnings call for the period ending December 31, 2023.

GrafTech (EAF) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -28.57% and 3.20%, respectively, for the quarter ended December 2023. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?