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Kaiser Aluminum Corporation Stock Earnings Reports
$53.86
-0.590 (-1.08%)
At Close: Apr 17, 2025
Kaiser Aluminum Earnings Calls
Q1 2025
(Upcoming)
| Release date | Apr 23, 2025 |
| EPS estimate | $0.420 |
| EPS actual | - |
| Revenue estimate | 796M |
| Revenue actual | - |
| Expected change | +/- 3.90% |
Q4 2024
Missed
$0.330 (-47.62%)
| Release date | Feb 19, 2025 |
| EPS estimate | $0.630 |
| EPS actual | $0.330 |
| EPS Surprise | -47.62% |
| Revenue estimate | 752M |
| Revenue actual | 765.4M |
| Revenue Surprise | 1.78% |
Q3 2024
Missed
$0.510 (-23.88%)
| Release date | Oct 23, 2024 |
| EPS estimate | $0.670 |
| EPS actual | $0.510 |
| EPS Surprise | -23.88% |
| Revenue estimate | 751M |
| Revenue actual | 747.7M |
| Revenue Surprise | -0.439% |
Q2 2024
Missed
$0.650 (-30.85%)
| Release date | Jul 24, 2024 |
| EPS estimate | $0.94 |
| EPS actual | $0.650 |
| EPS Surprise | -30.85% |
| Revenue estimate | 784.35M |
| Revenue actual | 773.4M |
| Revenue Surprise | -1.40% |
Last 4 Quarters for Kaiser Aluminum
Below you can see how KALU performed 4 days prior and 4 days after releasing the earnings report. Also, you can see the pre-estimates and the actual earnings. This information can give you a slight idea of what you might expect for the next quarter's release.
Q2 2024
Missed
| Release date | Jul 24, 2024 |
| Fiscal end date | Jun 30, 2024 |
| Price on release | $92.79 |
| EPS estimate | $0.94 |
| EPS actual | $0.650 |
| EPS surprise | -30.85% |
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| Jul 18, 2024 | $96.04 |
| Jul 19, 2024 | $92.94 |
| Jul 22, 2024 | $95.42 |
| Jul 23, 2024 | $97.21 |
| Jul 24, 2024 | $92.79 |
| Jul 25, 2024 | $78.06 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | $77.76 |
| Jul 29, 2024 | $76.48 |
| Jul 30, 2024 | $78.41 |
| 4 days before | -3.38% |
| 4 days after | -15.50% |
| On release day | -15.87% |
| Change in period | -18.36% |
Q3 2024
Missed
| Release date | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Fiscal end date | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Price on release | $67.55 |
| EPS estimate | $0.670 |
| EPS actual | $0.510 |
| EPS surprise | -23.88% |
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2024 | $73.77 |
| Oct 18, 2024 | $73.42 |
| Oct 21, 2024 | $70.71 |
| Oct 22, 2024 | $71.53 |
| Oct 23, 2024 | $67.55 |
| Oct 24, 2024 | $67.31 |
| Oct 25, 2024 | $68.34 |
| Oct 28, 2024 | $76.07 |
| Oct 29, 2024 | $76.51 |
| 4 days before | -8.43% |
| 4 days after | 13.26% |
| On release day | -0.355% |
| Change in period | 3.71% |
Q4 2024
Missed
| Release date | Feb 19, 2025 |
| Fiscal end date | Dec 31, 2024 |
| Price on release | $71.36 |
| EPS estimate | $0.630 |
| EPS actual | $0.330 |
| EPS surprise | -47.62% |
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| Feb 12, 2025 | $71.82 |
| Feb 13, 2025 | $72.29 |
| Feb 14, 2025 | $70.25 |
| Feb 18, 2025 | $71.30 |
| Feb 19, 2025 | $71.36 |
| Feb 20, 2025 | $74.84 |
| Feb 21, 2025 | $71.86 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | $69.44 |
| Feb 25, 2025 | $70.87 |
| 4 days before | -0.647% |
| 4 days after | -0.680% |
| On release day | 4.88% |
| Change in period | -1.32% |
Q1 2025
(Upcoming)
| Release date | Apr 23, 2025 |
| Fiscal end date | Mar 30, 2025 |
| Price on release | - |
| EPS estimate | $0.420 |
| EPS actual | - |
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2025 | $55.50 |
| Apr 14, 2025 | $55.02 |
| Apr 15, 2025 | $54.61 |
| Apr 16, 2025 | $54.45 |
| Apr 17, 2025 | $53.86 |
Kaiser Aluminum Earnings Call Transcript Summary of Q4 2024
Financial Performance
- Full-year net sales exceeded $3 billion, with conversion revenue at $1.46 billion (down 1% YoY).
- Shipments decreased by 2%, totaling 24 million pounds less than the previous year.
- Adjusted EBITDA rose to $217 million, with a margin improvement of approximately 60 basis points, now at 14.9%.
Operating Income
- Reported operating income was $88 million. After adjusting for certain one-time costs, adjusted operating income was $100 million.
- Net income remained steady at $47 million or $2.87 per diluted share.
Dividends and Cash Flow
- Returned approximately $51 million to shareholders via dividends, marking the 18th consecutive year of dividend payments.
- Expected free cash flow for 2025 is projected to exceed $100 million.
Market Outlook and Strategic Investments
- Aerospace & High Strength: Expect 5-7% decline in shipments in 2025 due to customer destocking, but anticipate strong production rates returning by 2026.
- Packaging: Expect 20-25% increase in conversion revenue in 2025, primarily benefiting from a new roll coat line poised to improve product mix and margins.
- General Engineering: Forecasting a 5-10% increase in volumes and conversion revenue in 2025.
- Automotive: Anticipated flat to modestly down production, with a focus on high-value niche products.
Financial Health
- As of December 2024, Kaiser Aluminum reported $18 million in cash and strong liquidity position with no outstanding borrowings.
- Net debt leverage ratio is 4.8 times, with a target of 2-2.5 times.
Capital Expenditures
- Full-year 2024 capital expenditures were $181 million; expected to lower to $125 million in 2025 as major investments near completion.
Tax Outlook
- Anticipated effective tax rate for 2025 in the low-to-mid 20% range, with projected cash tax payments of $5-7 million.
Inventory Accounting
- Currently assessing alternative inventory accounting methods to optimize financial reporting, with an update expected before Q1 2025 results are released.
Overall Strategy
- Kaiser Aluminum emphasizes strong customer relationships and niche market focus, intending to leverage recent investments to stabilize and grow its market share going forward.
Market Dynamics
- Expectations of stabilizing market conditions, operational efficiencies, and an ongoing review of potential impacts from tariffs are critical factors for 2025.
Strategic Focus for 2025
Kaiser Aluminum expects a transformational year in 2025 with significant investments set to drive revenue growth, particularly in the packaging sector. The company is positioned to deliver strong financial performance in a recovering market atmosphere, which should contribute to heightened shareholder value.
Kaiser Aluminum Earnings History
Earnings Calendar
FAQ
When is the earnings report for KALU?
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) has scheduled its earnings report for Apr 23, 2025 after the markets close.
What is the KALU price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio?
KALU P/E ratio as of Apr 17, 2025 (TTM) is 18.72.
What is the KALU EPS forecast?
The forecasted EPS (Earnings Per Share) for Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) for the first fiscal quarter 2025 is $0.420.
What are Kaiser Aluminum Corporation's retained earnings?
On its balance sheet, Kaiser Aluminum Corporation reported retained earnings of $765.40 million for the latest quarter ending Dec 31, 2024.
What Is an Earnings Report?
An earnings report is usually issued quarterly (Q1, Q2, Q3 & Q4) by public companies to report their performance. Earnings reports typically include net income, earnings per share, earnings from continuing operations, and net sales. Looking at the earnings report investors can start gauge the financial health of the company and make even better decisions whether to buy, sell, or stay in the company. Fundamental analysts and value investors will typically hunt for stocks that continue to show good financial ratios and use a decline as an exit point. One of the most anticipated numbers for analysis is earnings per share because it indicates how much the company earned for its shareholders. The report will also indicate a possible dividend.
Earnings Report Content
Earnings reports generally provide an update of all three financial statements, including the income statement, the balance sheet, and the cash flow statement. These figures are typically measured against previous quarters/years. Furthermore, the earnings report usually includes a summary and analysis from the CEO or company spokesman, alongside a more general view of the financials and future forecast.
What To Know About Earnings Reports?
Announcement of earnings for a stock, particularly for well followed large-capitalization stocks, can move the market. Stock prices can fluctuate wildly on days when the quarterly earnings report is released. Despite good reports, stocks may very well fall if the investors were expecting more or they believe the next quarter will not be as good. Investors always try to be ahead of the market and future earnings/losses are often discounted into the current price of the stock. It is natural for stocks to start to move in either direction a few days before the release of an earnings report.
