KALU
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation · Materials · Aluminum
Last
$129.92
−$1.14 (−0.87%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $128.50 −$1.42 (−1.09%) 10:56 PM ET
Prev close $131.06
Open $130.33
Day high $132.03
Day low $128.19
Volume 187,573
Avg vol 221,332
Mkt cap
$2.11B
P/E ratio
19.19
FY Revenue
$3.37B
EPS
6.77
Gross Margin
13.12%
Sector
Materials
AI report sections
KALU
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation
Kaiser Aluminum exhibits a pronounced upward price trend over the past year supported by bullish technical signals, while momentum indicators are approaching levels that may indicate a more stretched condition. Fundamentally, the company shows improving earnings and cash generation but operates with thin margins, high capital intensity, and meaningful leverage, which constrain free cash flow. Valuation multiples appear elevated relative to modest profitability and low free cash flow yield, even as news flow and sentiment remain constructively positive.
AI summarized at 1:52 PM ET, 2026-02-03
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 63 SWING: 78 LONG: 55
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−20% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.80×
RSI
49.92 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.08 (Strong)
MACD: 0.15 Signal: 0.07
Short-Term
-1.60 (Weak)
MACD: 1.16 Signal: 2.76
Long-Term
-1.46 (Weak)
MACD: 6.29 Signal: 7.75
Intraday trend score 56.70

Latest news

KALU 12 articles Positive: 7 Neutral: 0 Negative: 0
Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Marketsandmarkets
Aluminum Extrusion Market worth $166.65 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.0%, says MarketsandMarkets™

The global aluminum extrusion market is estimated at USD 111.88 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 166.65 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 7.0%. Growth is driven by rising demand from construction, automotive, and electronics sectors, with Asia Pacific leading regional expansion. Key challenges include high energy consumption and raw material cost volatility.

AA KALU CSTM NHYDY aluminum extrusion market growth construction & infrastructure automotive sector
Sentiment note

North America-based producer with 78 years of experience, 13 specialized facilities, and strong R&D capabilities positioned to benefit from market growth in aerospace, automotive, and engineering sectors.

Positive The Motley Fool • Jonathan Ponciano
New $19 Million Bet Makes Kaiser Aluminum 8% of This Portfolio Amid a 102% Stock Surge

Brightline Capital Management established a new position in Kaiser Aluminum, acquiring 168,000 shares worth $19.30 million, making it 7.8% of the fund's U.S. equity assets. The stock has surged 102% over the past year, driven by strong Q3 results showing expanded profitability despite lower shipments, supported by favorable pricing and metal dynamics.

KALU AMTM Kaiser Aluminum specialty aluminum products aerospace automotive portfolio allocation earnings inflection
Sentiment note

Strong 102% year-over-year stock performance, expanded profitability in Q3 with 23.2% EBITDA margins, raised full-year 2025 guidance for 20-25% EBITDA growth, and significant new institutional investment signal conviction in the company's earnings inflection and operating leverage potential.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
Global Base Metals Directory 2025: Accurate, Up-to-Date Data on the World's Leading Metal Producers and Traders

The Global Base Metals Directory 2025 provides detailed and up-to-date company information for over 3,000 miners, producers, and traders of aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, tin, and zinc markets. This directory is an essential business tool for companies across the base metals supply chain.

KALU ERO NIKL base metals aluminum copper lead nickel
Sentiment note

The directory provides detailed information on aluminum producers and traders, which indicates a focus on this important base metal.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation to Participate in Baird’s 2024 Global Industrial Conference

Kaiser Aluminum Corporation, a leading producer of specialty aluminum products, announced that its President and CEO, Keith Harvey, will present at Baird's 2024 Global Industrial Conference in Chicago on November 12, 2024.

KALU Kaiser Aluminum Corporation Baird's Global Industrial Conference
Sentiment note

The article announces that the company's CEO will be presenting at an industry conference, which suggests the company is actively engaged in its business and seeking to connect with investors.

Positive Benzinga • Globe Newswire
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation Announces Quarterly Dividend Payment

Kaiser Aluminum Corporation announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.77 per share, payable on November 15, 2024 to stockholders of record as of October 25, 2024.

KALU dividend quarterly aluminum
Sentiment note

The company is paying a quarterly dividend, which is generally seen as a positive sign for shareholders.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Spherical Insights & Consulting
Global Automotive Aluminum Market Size To Worth USD 189.94 Billion By 2033 | CAGR Of 12.70% - GlobeNewswire

The global automotive aluminum market is expected to grow from $57.46 billion in 2023 to $189.94 billion by 2033, driven by the increasing demand for lightweight and fuel-efficient vehicles. Aluminum is a popular material in the automotive industry due to its durability, safety, and recyclability.

AA NHYDY CSTM RIO automotive aluminum market size growth vehicle type
Sentiment note

The company is mentioned as a key player in the global automotive aluminum market, indicating its strong presence and potential growth opportunities.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Precedence Research
Aluminum Market Size Expected to Reach USD 311.36 Billion by 2033 - GlobeNewswire

The global aluminum market is expected to grow from USD 169.02 billion in 2023 to USD 311.36 billion by 2033, driven by the rise in the automobile sector, changing consumer preferences, and advanced technologies.

AA CENX KALU RIO aluminum market size growth automotive
Sentiment note

The article mentions Kaiser Aluminum as one of the leading companies in the global aluminum market, suggesting its strong market presence and growth potential.

Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
John Bean's (JBT) Marel Offer Gets Iceland Regulator's Approval

John Bean (JBT) expects to close the Marel deal by the end of 2024, creating a combined company, JBT Marel Corporation, with estimated revenues of around $4 billion.

KALU JBT ZBRA BRC
Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Sonoco (SON) to Buy Eviosys to Boost Metal Packaging Business

Sonoco (SON) is set to acquire Eviosys to augment its metal packaging business.

SON KALU ZBRA BRC
Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
TPI Composites (TPIC) Inks Deal to Sell Automotive Business

TPI Composites (TPIC) agrees to sell its automotive business to focus its resources on growing its core wind blade business.

KALU ZBRA BRC TPIC
Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Caterpillar (CAT) Boosts Share Buyback Plan, Raises Dividend

Caterpillar's (CAT) recent dividend hike, which highlights its solid financial position, boosts its dividend yield to 1.72%, thus surpassing the industry average.

CAT DE KALU NWPX
Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
SiteOne Landscape (SITE) Buys Cohen & Cohen, Expands in Canada

SiteOne Landscape (SITE) acquires Cohen & Cohen Natural Stone, a wholesale distributor of hardscape products with one location in Ottawa, Canada. This is its fourth acquisition in 2024.

KALU NWPX ZBRA SITE
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