Alcoa (AA) Company Report

Alcoa expects to have a strong balance sheet going into 2026, with net debt at the top end of its target range, and its first priority for 2026 is to continue paying down debt.
The company targets $500 million-$1 billion in proceeds from select asset sales over the next five years, with the first sale of a curtailed site for a data center anticipated in the first half of 2026.
Alcoa anticipates receiving Part IV approvals for new mine locations in Australia in 2026 and has agreed to an AUD 55 million payment as part of a modernized federal permitting process.
The aluminum market is expected to be in balance or slight deficit for 2026 with strong prices, while the alumina market faces a surplus and very low prices, with approximately 50% of global refineries currently cash negative.
Operational ramp-ups include the San Ciprián smelter in Spain at ~80% with a target for cash neutralization by 2027, and Brazil operations also at ~80% following December 2025 power outages.

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Alcoa Reports Strong 4Q25 and FY25 Results, Projects Favorable Aluminum Market in 2026

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Alcoa reported strong financial results for 4Q25 and FY25, with 4Q25 Adjusted EPS of $1.26 and FY25 Adjusted net income attributable to Alcoa Corporation of $1,000 million on $12,831 million in revenue.
The company anticipates favorable aluminum market fundamentals in 2026, with LME aluminum prices rallying into 2026 and U.S. and Europe expected to remain in substantial deficit.
Alcoa is well-positioned to benefit from U.S. tariffs and EU CBAM, expecting a net positive impact from both in 2026.
Strategic initiatives are progressing, including the San Ciprián smelter restart being ~65% complete and monetization of a transformation site in the U.S. expected in 1H26.
For 1Q26, Alcoa expects sequential impacts on Adjusted EBITDA, with the Alumina segment performance unfavorable by approximately $30 million and the Aluminum segment performance unfavorable by approximately $70 million, partially offset by favorable alumina costs in the Aluminum segment by $40 million.

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Alcoa Outlines Strong 2026 Outlook, Strategic Asset Sales, and Permitting Progress

Guidance Update

New Projects/Investments

Demand Weakening

Alcoa is entering 2026 with a strong balance sheet and operations, expecting a strong year, with aluminum prices currently strong but alumina prices very low.
The company targets $500 million-$1 billion in proceeds from select asset sales, with the first sale of a curtailed site for a data center anticipated in the first half of 2026.
Alcoa anticipates receiving Part IV approvals for its Australian mining permits in 2026 and recently agreed to an AUD 55 million payment as part of a federal permitting agreement.
The aluminum market is expected to be in balance or slight deficit for 2026 with low global inventories, while the alumina market has a surplus and approximately 50% of global refineries are cash negative.
Operational updates include the Brazil smelter operating at 80% capacity (profitable in H2 2025) and the San Ciprián smelter ramping up to 80%, with the refinery at 50% capacity, targeting cash neutralization by 2027.

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Alcoa Outlines 2026 Outlook and Strategic Priorities

Guidance Update

New Projects/Investments

Legal Proceedings

Alcoa anticipates a strong year in 2026 with a strong balance sheet and improved operations, prioritizing further debt reduction.
The company is executing strategic initiatives for 2026, including ramping up Spain operations to 80% , targeting $500 million-$1 billion in proceeds from asset sales with the first expected in the first half of 2026 , and anticipating Part IV approvals in Australia.
While the aluminum market is expected to be in balance or slight deficit for 2026 with strong demand in North America , the alumina market faces a surplus, leading to very low prices and potential curtailments from high-cost producers.
Operational challenges include the Brazil smelter operating at about 80% capacity due to recent power outages , and the San Ciprián refinery running at 50% capacity, with a target for cash neutralization by 2027.

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Nexans Reports Strong FY 2025 Results and Provides 2026 Guidance

Earnings

Guidance Update

M&A

Nexans reported strong financial results for FY 2025, with standard sales of €6.1 billion and 8.3% organic growth, Adjusted EBITDA of €728 million (up +27.3%), and Net income of €358 million (up +26.6%).
The company generated €344 million in Free Cash Flow in 2025 and proposed a dividend of €2.90 per share, an 11.5% increase from 2024.
Nexans is refocusing on electrification, having entered exclusive negotiations for the sale of Autoelectric for €207 million and completing two acquisitions in 2025: Cables RCT and Electro Cables.
For Full-year 2026, Nexans provided guidance of Adjusted EBITDA between €730 million and €810 million and Free Cash Flow between €210 million and €310 million.

Feb 19, 2026, 6:00 AM

Press Release

Alcoa Modernizes Australian Mining Approvals and Incurs Environmental Charge

Legal Proceedings

New Projects/Investments

Alcoa of Australia has agreed with the Australian Federal Government to modernize the approvals framework for its Western Australian mining activities, including a Strategic Assessment of current and potential future mining areas through to 2045.
Operations at the Huntly and Willowdale mines will continue under a National Interest Exemption, with Alcoa of Australia committing to limit clearing to 800 hectares per year and increase annual rates of new rehabilitation to 1,000 hectares per year by 2027.
Alcoa of Australia will pay $36 million (A$55 million) through enforceable undertakings for historical clearing, resulting in an incremental charge of $19 million ($13 million after-tax, or $0.05 per share) to Cost of goods sold for the fourth quarter of 2025.
Mining in the new Myara North and Holyoake mine regions is anticipated to commence no earlier than 2029.

Feb 18, 2026, 3:58 AM

Press Release

Alcoa Reports Strong Q4 and Full-Year 2025 Results, Positive 2026 Outlook

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Alcoa reported Q4 2025 revenue of $3,449 million and Adjusted EPS of $1.26, with Adjusted EBITDA excluding special items reaching $546 million. For the full year 2025, revenue was $12,831 million and Adjusted EPS was $3.77.
The company generated $537 million in cash from operations and $294 million in free cash flow in Q4 2025, ending the year with a $1.6 billion cash balance and $1.5 billion in Adjusted net debt.
Operationally, Alcoa achieved annual production records at five aluminum smelters and one refinery and progressed the San Ciprián smelter restart to approximately 65% completion. Strategic initiatives included advancing Western Australia mine approvals and expecting an agreement for the monetization of a U.S. transformation site in 1H26.
Alcoa anticipates strong aluminum market fundamentals to support prices into 2026, with U.S. and Europe projected to remain in substantial deficit. The company expects a net positive impact from U.S. tariffs and EU CBAM in 2026.

Jan 22, 2026, 10:00 PM

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Alcoa Reports Strong Q4 2025 Results and Provides 2026 Outlook

Earnings

Guidance Update

New Projects/Investments

Alcoa reported Q4 2025 revenue of $3.4 billion, a 15% sequential increase, with adjusted net income of $335 million and adjusted EPS of $1.26 per share. The company ended December 2025 with a strong cash balance of $1.6 billion and generated $294 million in free cash flow for the quarter.
Operationally, Alcoa achieved annual production records at five smelters and one refinery in Q4 2025. The restart of the San Ciprián smelter is 65% complete, with full completion expected in the first half of 2026.
For the full year 2026, Alcoa expects alumina production to range between 9.7 and 9.9 million tons and aluminum production between 2.4 and 2.6 million tons. Capital expenditures are estimated at $750 million.
The company anticipates a net positive impact of approximately $10 per metric ton in 2026 from the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) implementation. Alcoa is also progressing negotiations to monetize remediation sites, targeting $500 million-$1 billion from 10 priority sites over the next five years.

Jan 22, 2026, 10:00 PM

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Alcoa Reports Strong Q4 2025 Results and Provides 2026 Outlook

Earnings

Guidance Update

New Projects/Investments

Alcoa reported Q4 2025 adjusted net income of $335 million or $1.26 per share, and adjusted EBITDA of $546 million, with revenue increasing 15% sequentially to $3.4 billion.
The company achieved annual production records at five smelters and one refinery in 2025, with the San Ciprián smelter restart progressing to approximately 65% capacity by year-end, targeting completion in the first half of 2026.
For 2026, Alcoa expects alumina production between 9.7 and 9.9 million tons and aluminum production between 2.4 and 2.6 million tons, with capital expenditures estimated at $750 million.
Alcoa ended 2025 with $1.5 billion in adjusted net debt, reaching the high end of its target range, and plans to use excess cash in 2026 for additional debt repayments.
The company is progressing negotiations to monetize a remediation site in the U.S., expecting an agreement in the first half of 2026, and anticipates a net positive impact of approximately $10 per metric ton in 2026 from Europe's CBAM implementation.

Jan 22, 2026, 10:00 PM

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Alcoa Reports Strong Q4 2025 Results and Provides 2026 Outlook

Earnings

Guidance Update

New Projects/Investments

Alcoa reported strong financial performance in Q4 2025, with revenue increasing 15% sequentially to $3.4 billion, adjusted EBITDA of $546 million, and adjusted net income of $335 million or $1.26 per share.
The company progressed key strategic initiatives, including the San Ciprián smelter restart reaching approximately 65% capacity by year-end 2025 and the successful startup of ELYSIS's 450 kA inert anode cell.
For the full year 2026, Alcoa expects alumina production between 9.7 and 9.9 million tons and aluminum production between 2.4 and 2.6 million tons, with capital expenditures estimated at $750 million.
Alcoa ended 2025 with a strong cash balance of $1.6 billion and adjusted net debt of $1.5 billion, reaching its target range, and plans to prioritize debt repayment while evaluating shareholder returns and growth opportunities.
The company expects a net positive impact of approximately $10 per metric ton from CBAM in 2026 and noted that the Midwest Premium fully offset tariff costs on shipments from Canada to the U.S..