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KALU
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation
$147.25
-1.17
(-0.79%)
| Exchange: | NASDAQ |
| Market Cap: | 2.407B |
| Shares Outstanding: | 50M |
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About The Company
| Sector: | Basic MaterialsView sector performance | |||||
| Industry: | AluminumView industry performance | |||||
| CEO: | Keith A. Harvey | |||||
| Full Time Employees: | 3800 | |||||
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| Website: | https://www.kaiseraluminum.com |
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.
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Welcome to MARKETSNAP’s SWOT analysis for Kaiser Aluminum Corporation, also known by its ticker KALU. If you’re a long-term investor looking to dig into the potential of this player in the metals and materials space, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re breaking down the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for Kaiser Aluminum, a company that’s been carving out its niche in the aluminum products industry. Let’s dive in with a quick overview, some recent updates, and then get into…
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| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 3,087,000 | 3,024,000 | 3,373,000 |
| Gross Profit | 332,100 | 332,900 | 319,900 |
| EBITDA | 211,800 | 223,600 | 322,600 |
| Operating Income | 95,800 | 87,700 | 190,700 |
| Net Income | 47,200 | 46,800 | 112,500 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Balance Sheet
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 2,267,400 | 2,314,900 | 2,564,800 |
| Total Liabilities | 1,615,200 | 1,646,900 | 1,738,700 |
| Total Stockholders Equity | 652,200 | 668,000 | 826,100 |
| Total Debt | 1,079,100 | 1,088,499.999 | 21,700 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 82,400 | 18,400 | 7,000 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Cash Flow Statement
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | 211,900 | 167,100 | 0 |
| Capital Expenditure | -143,200 | -180,800 | 0 |
| Free Cash Flow | 68,700 | -13,700 | 0 |
| Net Income | 47,200 | 46,800 | 0 |
| Net Change in Cash | 29,400 | -62,800 | 0 |
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Analyst Estimates
| Fiscal Year | 2028 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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| Estimated Revenue (Low) | 4,718,640.910 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (High) | 4,794,058.867 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (Avg) | 4,756,349.884 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Low) | 487,297.098 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (High) | 513,517.883 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Avg) | 499,461.853 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Low) | 216,845.139 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (High) | 237,177.836 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Avg) | 226,278.200 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Low) | 184,649.564 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (High) | 187,600.815 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Avg) | 186,125.189 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Avg) | 13.660 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (High) | 14.270 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Low) | 13.050 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue) | 2 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS) | 2 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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Strengths (preview)
- Solid Financial Performance: Kaiser Aluminum reported strong Q2 2025 results with revenue and net income showing positive growth, as highlighted in the earnings call transcript. Key metrics such as EBITDA and operating income reflect operational efficiency, supported by consistent free cash flow generation.
- Strategic Investments: The company is focusing on long-term value creation through strategic investments, as noted in the Q2 2025 earnings call. These initiatives are aimed at driving margin expansion and enhancing competitiveness within the aluminum industry.
- Industry Positioning: KALU benefits from operating in the aluminum sector, which may be experiencing favorable trends as indicated by industry performance metrics. The company's gross profit margin (TTM) and return on invested capital (ROIC TTM) suggest a competitive edge over peers.
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Based on current fundamentals and analyst forecasts, MarketSnap estimates KALU intrinsic value between $191.36 – $219.13 per share. This depends on revenue growth, margins, and discount rate.
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Is Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) overvalued or undervalued right now?
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Trading Metrics:
| Open: | 148.87 | Previous Close: | 148.42 | |
| Day Low: | 146.88 | Day High: | 153.23 | |
| Year Low: | 77.24 | Year High: | 199.89 | |
| Price Avg 50: | 159.33 | Price Avg 200: | 153.03 | |
| Volume: | 125660 | Average Volume: | 251178 |
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