Koppers Holdings Inc. · Materials · Specialty Chemicals
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Last
$37.79
+$0.55 (+1.48%) 4:00 PM ET
Pre-market$37.79
−$0.00 (−0.00%) 5:48 AM ET
Prev closePrevC$37.24
OpenOpen$36.19
Day highHigh$38.19
Day lowLow$36.12
VolumeVol328,307
Avg volAvgVol152,425
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Mkt cap
$741.41M
P/E ratio
44.99
FY Revenue
$1.92B
EPS
0.84
Gross Margin
21.87%
Sector
Materials
AI report sections
BULLISH
KOP
Koppers Holdings Inc.
Koppers Holdings, Inc. is trading near its 52-week high with strong recent price momentum and multiple bullish technical signals. At the same time, earnings margins are thin, leverage is elevated, and the headline P/E ratio is high, even as cash flow-based valuation metrics appear more moderate. Short interest and intraday short volume are notable, indicating heightened positioning risk around a technically extended price.
AI summarized at 4:56 PM ET, 2026-03-01
AI summary scores
INTRADAY:68SWING:74LONG:57
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+141% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 2.41×
RSI
77.43(Overbought)
Overbought (>70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.00 (Strong)
MACD: 0.04 Signal: 0.03
Short-Term
+0.14 (Strong)
MACD: 1.60 Signal: 1.46
Long-Term
+0.30 (Strong)
MACD: 2.03 Signal: 1.73
Intraday trend score
98.98
LOW65.48HIGH100.00
Latest news
KOP•12 articles•Positive: 5Neutral: 2Negative: 0
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Koppers Holdings Inc. Announces Increase to Quarterly Cash Dividend
Koppers Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KOP) announced a 12.5% increase in its quarterly dividend rate from $0.08 to $0.09 per share for 2026, raising the annual dividend rate to $0.36 per share. CEO Leroy Ball attributed the increase to confidence in the company's free cash flow growth and sustainability, reflecting a balanced capital deployment strategy.
The company announced a 12.5% increase in quarterly dividend payments, demonstrating confidence in future cash flow generation and financial stability. This signals management's optimism about business performance and commitment to returning value to shareholders through increased distributions.
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Koppers Holdings Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
Koppers Holdings Inc. announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on September 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 29, 2025. The company expects to continue paying regular quarterly dividends, subject to Board approval.
The company is maintaining its dividend commitment, demonstrating financial stability and commitment to shareholder value. The press release highlights the company's global infrastructure contributions and sustainable solutions.
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Koppers Holdings Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
Koppers Holdings Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on June 17, 2025, to shareholders of record as of May 30, 2025.
KOPKoppers Holdings Inc.dividend
Sentiment note
The company is declaring a quarterly cash dividend, which is generally seen as a positive sign for shareholders.
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Koppers Holdings Inc. Announces Increase to Quarterly Cash Dividend
Koppers Holdings Inc. announced a 14% increase in its planned quarterly dividend rate for 2025, from $0.07 to $0.08 per share, reflecting the company's confidence in its strategies to generate sustainable, profitable growth.
The company announced a 14% increase in its quarterly dividend, indicating confidence in its growth strategies and ability to generate sustainable profits.
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Globe Newswire
Coal Tar Pitch Market Analysis, Key Drivers,Dynamics And Demand | Exactitude Consultancy
The global Coal Tar Pitch market is expected to grow significantly, reaching $24.9 billion by 2034, driven by rising demand in industries like aluminum production, carbon products, and construction. However, the market faces challenges from environmental regulations and competition from alternative materials.
KOPDOWTBABYCoal Tar PitchAluminum ProductionCarbon ProductsConstructionEnvironmental Regulations
Sentiment note
The company is expanding its Coal Tar Pitch production capacity through a strategic joint venture, indicating growth opportunities.
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Researchandmarkets.Com
United States Naphthalene Derivatives Market Report 2024 - Increasing Advancements in Agrochemical Applications - Market Forecasts to 2029
The United States Naphthalene Derivatives Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.72% from 2023 to 2029, driven by technological advancements and increasing demand from diverse end-use sectors, particularly in the agrochemical and construction industries.
KOPHUNnaphthalene derivativesagrochemicalsconstructionUnited States
Sentiment note
The article mentions Koppers as one of the key market players in the United States Naphthalene Derivatives Market, but does not provide any specific information about the company's performance or outlook.
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Researchandmarkets.Com
Coal Tar Pitch Markets - Global Forecasts from 2024 to 2029: Steel Production Boom Spurs Growth, Automotive and Aerospace Industries Accelerate Expansion
The coal tar pitch market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.28% during the forecast period (2024-2029) due to rising demand from the aluminum, steel, and construction industries. The Asia-Pacific region is poised to dominate the market, driven by surging aluminum demand, expanding steel industry, and booming construction sector.
KOPcoal tar pitchaluminumsteelconstructionAsia-Pacific
Sentiment note
The article mentions Koppers Inc. as one of the companies featured in the report, but does not provide any specific information about the company's performance or outlook.
UnknownGlobeNewswire Inc.• Kópavogsbær
Endursend tilkynning frá 23.maí
Endursend tilkynning frá 23.maí sem misfórst í sendingu þann dag
KOPEarnings Releases and Operating ResultsEuropean Regulatory News
UnknownZacks Investment Research• Zacks Equity Research
Koppers (KOP) Announces New Utility Pole Plant's Completion
Koppers (KOP) spends $17 million in Leesville, a 105-acre site that has created more than 35 construction jobs and new full-time roles.
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UnknownBenzinga• Benzinga Insights
Peeling Back The Layers: Exploring Koppers Hldgs Through Analyst Insights
Koppers Hldgs (NYSE:KOP) has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
Bullish
Somewhat Bullish
Indifferent
Somewhat Bearish
Bearish
Total Ratings
0
4
0
0
0
Last 30D
0
1
0
0
0
1M Ago
0
2
0
0
0
2M Ago
0
0
0
0
0
3M Ago
0
1
0
0
0
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Koppers Hldgs, presenting an average target of $64.0, a high estimate of $64.00, and a low estimate of $64.00. No alteration is observed as the current average remains at the previous average price target.
Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration
A clear picture of Koppers Hldgs's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Analyst
Analyst Firm
Action Taken
Rating
Current Price Target
Prior Price Target
Gary Prestopino
Barrington Research
Maintains
Outperform
$64.00
$64.00
Gary Prestopino
Barrington Research
Maintains
Outperform
$64.00
$64.00
Gary Prestopino
Barrington Research
Maintains
Outperform
$64.00
$64.00
Gary Prestopino
Barrington Research
Maintains
Outperform
$64.00
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Key Insights:
Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Koppers Hldgs. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
Rating: Analysts assign ...Full story available on Benzinga.com
KOPAnalyst Ratings
UnknownGlobeNewswire Inc.• Kópavogsbær
Kópavogsbær gefur út nýjan skuldabréfaflokk KOP 24 1
Kópavogsbær gefur út nýjan skuldabréfaflokk KOP 24 1
KOPPress releases
UnknownGlobeNewswire Inc.• Kópavogsbær
Kópavogsbær: Kópavogsbær heldur útboð á verðtryggðum skuldabréfum
Kópavogsbær mun halda útboð á nýjum flokki verðtryggðra skuldabréfa í flokknum KOP 55 1 (eða KOP 24 1) fimmtudaginn 23. maí. Stefnt er að skráningu skuldabréfa flokksins í kauphöll Nasdaq Iceland fyrir 30. júní. Skuldababréfin eru verðtryggð jafngreiðslubréf (e. annuity) þar sem vextir og höfuðstólsafborganir greiðast með jöfnum greiðslum tvisvar á ári. Lokagjalddagi flokksins er 2055 og ber hann fasta 3,25% vexti.
KOPRegulatory informationEuropean Regulatory News
News and sentiment labels describe article tone and are provided for research purposes only. They are not trading recommendations or forecasts.
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