Strong EBITDA and Margin Improvement
Reported EBITDA of $6.5 billion in 2025 and $121 EBITDA per tonne shipped, described as almost double the margin at previous cyclical lows, indicating a structurally improved earnings power.
Strategic Projects Driving Earnings
Strategic projects contributed $0.7 billion of new EBITDA in 2025 and management expects an additional ~$1.6 billion of EBITDA from projects in the near future.
Solid Investable Cash Generation
Generated $1.9 billion of investable cash in 2025 (down from $2.0 billion in 2024, approx. -5%), and $23.5 billion of total investable cash flow since 2021.
Progress on Growth and Capacity Expansions
Hazira expansion: current Hazira capacity ~9 mt, ramp to 15 mt (increase of ~66.7%) targeted by 2027; additional greenfield (~8 mt indicative) under study with long-term India target >40 mt. Liberia operations delivered record performance and studies underway to expand rail capacity to support up to 30 mt.
Shareholder Returns and Capital Allocation
Proposed base dividend of $0.60 per share (dividend doubled over the past 5 years) and continued buybacks (share count reduced by 38% over 5 years). Capital allocation policy maintained: minimum 50% of free cash flow returned to shareholders, with buybacks remaining a preferred tool.
Operational and Portfolio Strength
Full consolidation and strengthening of U.S. footprint (Calvert) and record performance in Liberia and build-out of renewables in India. Management highlighted best-in-class operations, an industry-leading R&D program and improved safety KPIs including fatality prevention progress.
Positive 2026 Outlook Supported by Policy Tailwinds
Management expects higher steel production and shipments across all regions in 2026, supported by operational improvements and strengthened trade protections (EU TRQ and CBAM). Confident in continued positive free cash flow generation and disciplined capital allocation.
Clear CapEx Guidance and Renewables / Decarbonization Focus
Maintained ongoing CapEx guidance of $4.5–$5.0 billion. Company is progressing 'economic decarbonization' projects (e.g., Dunkirk EAF) and expanding electrical steel and EAF footprint where economics permit.