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Sep 30, 2025
Cabot Q4 2025 Earnings Report
Cabot reported a Q4 net income of $43 million with EPS of $0.79 and strong adjusted EPS of $1.70 amid macroeconomic challenges.
Key Takeaways
Cabot delivered solid Q4 2025 performance with $899 million in revenue and strong adjusted earnings of $1.70 per share, driven by cost controls and stable segment results despite lower volumes.
Q4 EPS was $0.79 and adjusted EPS was $1.70, down 6% year-over-year
Reinforcement Materials EBIT was $119 million, down $4 million YoY due to lower volumes
Performance Chemicals EBIT was $42 million, slightly down from $44 million YoY
Cash from operations totaled $219 million with $64 million returned to shareholders
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Revenue by Geographic Location
Forward Guidance
Cabot expects FY2026 adjusted EPS between $6.00 and $7.00, with continued cost discipline and growth in Performance Chemicals amid headwinds in Reinforcement Materials.
Positive Outlook
- FY2026 adjusted EPS outlook of $6.00 to $7.00
- Operating tax rate expected to remain between 27% and 29%
- Strong cash generation expected to support growth investments
- Performance Chemicals projected to show profit improvement
- Sustainability goals ahead of schedule with new 2030 targets set
Challenges Ahead
- Soft regional demand in Reinforcement Materials continues
- Elevated tire imports from Asia pressuring margins
- Adjusted EPS down 6% YoY in Q4
- Volumes down in both core segments
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