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KALU Stock Chart & Stats
$163.17
-$4.54(-2.78%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$163.17
-$4.54(-2.78%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$71.44 - $195.96
Previous CloseN/A
Volume87.25K
Average Volume (3M)289.93K
Market Cap
$2.67B
Enterprise Value$4.32K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$58.50M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.06B
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.7
Beta1.65
Next Earnings
Oct 28, 2026EPS Estimate
2.2Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.89%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)13.95
Shares Outstanding16,349,092
10 Day Avg. Volume264,755
30 Day Avg. Volume289,934
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.12
Price to Book (P/B)2.25
Price to Sales (P/S)0.55
P/FCF Ratio-72.83
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$163.33Price Target Upside0.10% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)11.06
Revenue Forecast (FY)$4.51B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conversion Revenue GrowthSustained conversion revenue growth across packaging, general engineering and aerospace indicates durable end-market demand and successful pricing/mix execution. That persistent demand supports higher capacity utilization and long-term operating leverage, improving the company's ability to convert fixed-cost investments into lasting margin expansion.
Profitability RecoveryThe multi-year recovery from prior losses to consistent positive margins demonstrates structural improvement in operations and profitability. Higher net margin and EBITDA expansion reflect better mix and pricing capture, supporting sustained returns on invested capital and providing a stronger earnings base through business cycles.
Improved Liquidity & LeverageMaterial deleveraging and meaningful available liquidity create enduring financial flexibility. Targeted leverage in the 2.0–2.5x range and raised FCF guidance enable reliable capital allocation (capex, dividends, debt reduction) and reduce refinancing risk, strengthening the company's ability to sustain investments and shareholder returns over the medium term.
Bears Say
Elevated Leverage RemainsAlthough leverage has improved materially from prior years, the business remains meaningfully debt-funded which constrains financial flexibility. Elevated debt increases interest and covenant sensitivity, limiting room for large opportunistic investments and leaving the company exposed if end-market demand softens or margins compress.
Suboptimal Cash ConversionWeak conversion of accounting profits into cash implies ongoing working-capital swings and reinvestment needs. This reduces sustainable discretionary cash availability, making it harder to rapidly pay down debt or expand shareholder returns and increasing vulnerability to cyclical slowdowns despite reported net income gains.
Declining Metal Tailwinds & H2 HeadwindsThe reliance on temporary metal-related gains that are now normalizing highlights earnings sensitivity to commodity and scrap spreads. Combined with planned seasonal maintenance, fewer shipping days and higher operating costs, this structural exposure can pressure margins and cash flow in ensuing quarters, tempering sustainability of recent gains.
Kaiser Aluminum News
KALU FAQ
What was Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s price range in the past 12 months?
Kaiser Aluminum Corp lowest stock price was $71.44 and its highest was $195.96 in the past 12 months.
What is Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s market cap?
Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s market cap is $2.67B.
When is Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s upcoming earnings report date?
Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 28, 2026 which is in 92 days.
How were Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s earnings last quarter?
Kaiser Aluminum Corp released its earnings results on Jul 22, 2026. The company reported $5.53 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.662 by $2.868.
Is Kaiser Aluminum Corp overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Kaiser Aluminum Corp pay dividends?
Kaiser Aluminum Corp pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.77 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.89%. See more information on Kaiser Aluminum Corp dividends here
What is Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s EPS estimate?
Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s EPS estimate is 2.2.
How many shares outstanding does Kaiser Aluminum Corp have?
Kaiser Aluminum Corp has 16,349,092 shares outstanding.
What happened to Kaiser Aluminum Corp’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Kaiser Aluminum Corp reported an EPS of $5.53 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.662. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 9.908%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Kaiser Aluminum Corp?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in KALU
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Kaiser Aluminum Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Sell
Average Price Target:
$163.33 (0.10% Upside)
$163.33 (0.10% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
KALU Sentiment 80%
Sector Average 70%
Sector Average 70%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 11.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $13.0M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 0.8%
Last 30 Days ▼ 0.8%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
91.17%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
1.89%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
15.79%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Kaiser Aluminum Corp
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation is a global producer and vendor of specialized, semi-finished aluminum mill products, operating both domestically within the United States and internationally. Their diverse product portfolio encompasses aluminum items manufactured through rolling, extrusion, and drawing processes. These are essential for various industries, including aerospace and defense, automotive, general engineering, and for the packaging of food and beverages. For the automotive sector, Kaiser Aluminum provides extruded components used in structural parts, crash management systems, and anti-lock braking systems. They also supply drawn tubes for drive shafts and offer value-added fabrication services, such as precise sawing and cutting to specific lengths. Their packaging division specializes in bare and coated aluminum coils, primarily from the 3000- and 5000-series alloys, which are extensively utilized in the beverage and food packaging industry. In the realm of general engineering, the company offers a comprehensive range of alloy products, including plates, sheets, rods, bars, tubes, wires, and standard extrusion shapes. These products find application in a multitude of areas, such as the construction of military vehicles, ordnance, semiconductor manufacturing cells, electronic devices, aftermarket motor sport components, tooling plates, various parts for machinery and equipment, and fasteners like bolts, screws, nails, and rivets. Additionally, Kaiser Aluminum supplies rerolled, extruded, drawn, and cast billet aluminum products, catering to a broad spectrum of industrial end uses. The company markets its products directly to customers via its sales teams located in the United States, Canada, Western Europe, and China. Furthermore, independent sales agents extend their reach to other regions of Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Kaiser Aluminum was established in 1946 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Foothill Ranch, California.
KALU Company Deck
KALU Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed strong, broad-based operational recovery and sizable year-over-year financial improvement (conversion revenue +17%, EBITDA up $99M, substantial EPS and net income gains), driven by robust demand across packaging, aerospace, general engineering and improving automotive niches, plus improved liquidity and leverage. Management cautioned that metal-related tailwinds that amplified H1 results are not expected to persist into H2 and flagged higher seasonal spending, planned maintenance and some ongoing operational optimization at Warwick. Overall the positives — strong demand, improved margins, cash flow and balance sheet — materially outweigh the manageable headwinds.View all KALU earnings summariesKALU Stock 12 Month Forecast
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Average Price Target
$163.33
▲(0.10% Upside)
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Ownership Overview
2.12% Insiders
38.59% Mutual Funds
1.58% Other Institutional Investors
19.85% Public Companies and
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