The earnings call highlighted significant sales volume growth, cost reduction achievements, and positive EBITDA, indicating operational improvements and strategic momentum. However, these were tempered by ongoing pricing challenges, a reported net loss, and cash flow difficulties, which reflect continued market headwinds and financial pressures.
Company Guidance -
Q3 2025
During GrafTech's second quarter 2025 earnings call, the company provided guidance and highlighted key metrics reflecting their strategic initiatives and performance improvements. Sales volume grew by 12% year-over-year and 16% sequentially, reaching the highest level since Q3 2022. Capacity utilization rose to 65%, a nearly three-year high. The company achieved a 13% year-over-year decline in cash COGS per metric ton and expects to surpass initial cost reduction guidance for the full year. Despite a competitive pricing environment, GrafTech's weighted average price increased to approximately $4,200 per metric ton, an 8% rise from Q4 2024. The company reported positive EBITDA for the first time since Q2 2024, and their cash flow and liquidity position exceeded expectations. Additionally, GrafTech anticipates a 7% to 9% year-over-year decline in cash COGS per metric ton for 2025, with cash costs for the second half expected to rise due to seasonal factors and tariffs. Overall, the company remains focused on strategic growth, cost efficiency, and strengthening its market position amid evolving industry dynamics.
Sales Volume Growth
Sales volume increased by 12% year-over-year in the second quarter and 16% sequentially compared to the first quarter. Year-to-date sales volume is up 7% compared to 2024.
Cost Reduction Achievements
Achieved a 13% year-over-year decline in cash COGS per metric ton and expect to exceed initial cost reduction guidance for the full year.
Increased U.S. Market Share
Increased sales volume in the United States by 38% year-over-year, providing significant support to average selling price and boosting weighted average selling price by $80 per metric ton in the second quarter.
Positive EBITDA
Generated positive EBITDA for the first time since the second quarter of last year.
Safety Performance
On track for best safety performance ever, highlighting the team’s vigilance and commitment to a culture of safety.
GrafTech International (EAF) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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Beat
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EAF Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Jul 25, 2025
$1.35
$1.54
+14.07%
Apr 25, 2025
$0.65
$0.70
+7.69%
Feb 07, 2025
$1.49
$1.35
-9.40%
Nov 12, 2024
$2.07
$2.18
+5.31%
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