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    Phil Gibbs

    Director and Equity Research Analyst at KeyBanc Capital Markets

    Phil Gibbs is a Director and Equity Research Analyst at KeyBanc Capital Markets, specializing in metals, mining, and the aerospace and defense industries. He has covered major companies such as ATI, Olympic Steel, and Reliance, Inc., maintaining a stellar performance record with a success rate around 70% and average returns exceeding 30% on his recommendations. Gibbs began his tenure at KeyBanc in 2006 and has established himself as a top-ranked analyst among over 4,900 peers, with more than 200 published ratings. He holds relevant professional securities credentials and is recognized for his in-depth industry expertise and consistently high-performing stock analysis.

    Phil Gibbs's questions to CARPENTER TECHNOLOGY (CRS) leadership

    Phil Gibbs's questions to CARPENTER TECHNOLOGY (CRS) leadership • Q4 2025

    Question

    Phil Gibbs from KeyBanc Capital Markets asked for a breakdown of the drivers (pricing/mix vs. volume) for the FY2026 guidance, requested the jet engine sales growth figures, and inquired if the free cash flow guidance includes any tax benefits from accelerated depreciation.

    Answer

    President and CEO Tony Thene confirmed that pricing, mix, and volume leverage would all be key drivers in FY2026 but did not provide a specific breakdown. He stated that aero engine sales were up 5% sequentially. CFO Timothy Lain clarified that the FY2026 free cash flow guidance does not include potential cash tax benefits from accelerated depreciation or R&D expensing, suggesting a potential for future upside.

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    Phil Gibbs's questions to CLEVELAND-CLIFFS (CLF) leadership

    Phil Gibbs's questions to CLEVELAND-CLIFFS (CLF) leadership • Q2 2025

    Question

    Phil Gibbs from KeyBanc Capital Markets asked about the development of automotive volumes in Q2 relative to prior periods, the potential for future growth in the automotive sales mix, and sought clarification on the percentage of business tied to quarterly CRU pricing.

    Answer

    CEO Lourenco Goncalves stated that automotive volumes are growing as OEMs reshore production to the U.S., a trend he expects to accelerate. He emphasized that Cliffs is uniquely positioned with existing capacity to meet this demand. EVP & CFO Celso Goncalves clarified that approximately 5% of the company's volume is priced on a CRU quarterly lag.

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    Phil Gibbs's questions to COMMERCIAL METALS (CMC) leadership

    Phil Gibbs's questions to COMMERCIAL METALS (CMC) leadership • Q3 2025

    Question

    Phil Gibbs of KeyBanc Capital Markets asked for clarification on the European CO2 credit timing, whether the next fiscal year's CapEx guidance was gross or net of credits, the timing of West Virginia startup costs, and if any CapEx would be pushed to fiscal 2027.

    Answer

    President & CEO Peter Matt and CFO Paul Lawrence clarified that the European CO2 credit is now split, with 60% ($28M) in Q4 and the remaining 40% in Q1. Paul Lawrence confirmed the $550M CapEx guidance for next year is a gross figure, with an expected net of around $425M after credits and incentives. He also confirmed West Virginia startup costs will be back-end loaded next year, with a small amount of CapEx potentially moving into fiscal 2027.

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    Phil Gibbs's questions to COMMERCIAL METALS (CMC) leadership • Q3 2025

    Question

    Phil Gibbs of KeyBanc Capital Markets sought clarification on the timing and amount of the European CO2 credits, whether the fiscal 2026 CapEx guidance was a gross or net number, and the timing of startup costs for the delayed West Virginia mill.

    Answer

    President & CEO Peter Matt and CFO Paul Lawrence clarified that the European CO2 credit payment is now split, with 60% ($28M) arriving in Q4 2025 and the remaining 40% in Q1 2026. Paul Lawrence confirmed the $550M CapEx guidance for next year is a gross figure, before an $80M tax credit and other incentives. He also stated that startup costs for the West Virginia mill will be back-end loaded in fiscal 2026.

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    Phil Gibbs's questions to COMMERCIAL METALS (CMC) leadership • Q3 2025

    Question

    Phil Gibbs of KeyBanc Capital Markets sought clarification on the timing and amount of European CO2 credits, whether the FY26 CapEx guidance was gross or net, and the timing of startup costs for the West Virginia mill.

    Answer

    President & CEO Peter Matt and CFO Paul Lawrence explained the annual CO2 credit is now split into two payments (60% in May/July and 40% in November), with the $28 million being the first tranche. Paul Lawrence confirmed the $550 million CapEx guidance for next year is a gross figure, before an $80 million tax credit and other incentives. They also noted West Virginia startup costs will be back-end loaded next fiscal year.

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