LyondellBasell Industries NV

Why Is Cabot (CBT) Down 1.6% Since Last Earnings Report?

Cabot Corporation reported Q3 fiscal 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.67, beating consensus estimates, with revenues of $982 million exceeding expectations. Performance Chemicals showed strength with higher volumes and margins, while Reinforcement Materials faced pressure from lower gross profit per ton. The company tightened full-year guidance to $6.15-$6.45 EPS and is expanding battery materials capacity. Estimate revisions have trended upward, though the stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating.