Cabot Shares Plunge as Weak Outlook Overshadows Solid Quarterly Performance

Investors in Cabot Corporation were met with a harsh reality check as the specialty chemicals producer issued a disappointing forecast for fiscal 2026, triggering a significant stock selloff. Despite presenting robust quarterly earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, the company’s cautious guidance for the coming year has cast a shadow over its near-term prospects, leaving market participants to question whether this marks a temporary setback or the beginning of a more sustained downturn.

The company’s latest financial results present a complex picture. Cabot demonstrated impressive operational strength by boosting its EBITDA margin from 19% to 22%, while full-year cash flow from operations reached $665 million, underscoring the firm’s financial resilience. The adjusted Read more...