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Ashland

Ashland Inc is a world-wide specialty materials company that serves a wide range of industrial markets. The company has a business-centric operating model and is organized into four distinct segments: life sciences, personal care, specialty additives, and intermediates. Key customers for the firm include pharmaceutical companies and manufacturers of personal care products, food and beverages, and nutraceuticals and supplements. The life sciences segment derives maximum revenue. The company generates its sales from North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, and Others.

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Throughout the last three months, 6 analysts have evaluated Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $83.0, a high estimate of $93.00, and a low estimate of $68.00. Highlighting a 7.09% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $89.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738263669_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Ashland by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Jeffrey Zekauskas</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Sison</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>John McNulty</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
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<td>Michael Sison</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>John McNulty</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Ashland. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Ashland compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Ashland's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Ashland's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ASH/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Ashland analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Ashland</h2>
Ashland Inc is a world-wide specialty materials company that serves a wide range of industrial markets. The company has a business-centric operating model and is organized into four distinct segments: life sciences, personal care, specialty additives, and intermediates. Key customers for the firm include pharmaceutical companies and manufacturers of personal care products, food and beverages, and nutraceuticals and supplements. The life sciences segment derives maximum revenue. The company generates its sales from North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, and Others.
<h3>Key Indicators: Ashland's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Ashland's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -22.41%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Materials sector.
Net Margin: Ashland's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -40.74%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ashland's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -6.04%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -3.03%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Ashland's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.55.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
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Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
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6 Analysts Assess Ashland: What You Need To Know

JP Morgan analyst Jeffrey Zekauskas maintains Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $81 to $68.

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JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Ashland, Lowers Price Target to $68

Wells Fargo analyst Michael Sison maintains Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $90 to $80.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Ashland, Lowers Price Target to $80

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Ashland shares are trading lower after UBS cut its price target on the stock from $95 to $93.

UBS analyst Joshua Spector maintains Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $95 to $93.

UBS Maintains Buy on Ashland, Lowers Price Target to $93

Guidance

Ashland Continues To Expect FY25 Sales Of $1.90B - $2.05B (Est $1.963B) And Adjusted EBITDA Of $430M - $470M

Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.28 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.18 by 55.56 percent. This is a 37.78 percent decrease over earnings of $0.45 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $405.00 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $428.92 million by 5.58 percent. This is a 14.38 percent decrease over sales of $473.00 million the same period last year.

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Ashland Q1 2025 Adj EPS $0.28 Beats $0.18 Estimate, Sales $405.00M Miss $428.92M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For January 28, 2025

Wilmington, Del., Dec. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ashland Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Avoca business to Mane. The transaction is expected to close in the calendar first quarter 2025, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
Ashland's Avoca business supplies Sclareolide, a fragrance fixative, and a range of contract manufacturing capabilities from two production facilities in North Carolina and Wisconsin.&nbsp; The Avoca business line represents the last entity from Ashland's previous acquisition of Pharmachem.

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Ashland Signs Definitive Agreement To Sell Avoca Business To Mane; Expected To Close In Q1 2025; No Financial Terms Disclosed

BMO Capital analyst John McNulty maintains Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $83 to $84.

BMO Capital Maintains Market Perform on Ashland, Raises Price Target to $84

Wells Fargo analyst Michael Sison maintains Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $95 to $90.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Ashland, Lowers Price Target to $90

BMO Capital analyst John McNulty maintains Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $92 to $83.

BMO Capital Maintains Market Perform on Ashland, Lowers Price Target to $83

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<li>RSI Value: 14.38</li>
<li>CE Price Action: Shares of Celanese fell 2.9% to close at $89.72 on Thursday.</li>
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<li>On Nov. 6, Ashland reported worse-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results and issued FY25 revenue guidance below estimates. &#8220;Customer demand was generally consistent with our expectations in the fourth quarter and all business units delivered organic sales volume growth,&#8221; said Guillermo Novo, chair and chief executive officer, Ashland. The company's stock fell around 5% over the past five days and has a 52-week <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ASH">low of $71.55</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 25.90</li>
<li>ASH Price Action: Shares of Ashland fell 7.6% to close at $80.70 on Thursday.</li>
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Ashland shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q4 financial results and issued FY25 revenue guidance below estimates.

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Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.26 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.28 by 1.56 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $522.000 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $524.074 million by 0.40 percent. This is a 0.77 percent increase over sales of $518.000 million the same period last year.

Ashland Q4 2024 Adj. EPS $1.26 Misses $1.28 Estimate, Sales $522.000M Miss $524.074M Estimate

Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2024-11-06. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that Ashland will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.28.
Ashland bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.06, leading to a 9.57% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Ashland's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.43</td>
<td>1.14</td>
<td>0.19</td>
<td>0.63</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.49</td>
<td>1.27</td>
<td>0.45</td>
<td>0.41</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-10.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>16.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730826170_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Performance of Ashland Shares</h3>
Shares of Ashland were trading at $85.32 as of November 04. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 11.05%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ASH/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Ashland visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Exploring Ashland's Earnings Expectations

Ratings for Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) were provided by 4 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $97.0, a high estimate of $107.00, and a low estimate of $89.00. Experiencing a 8.27% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $105.75. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1723741227_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Ashland by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$107.00</td>
<td>$116.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John McNulty</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Sison</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Zekauskas</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Ashland. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Ashland compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Ashland's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Ashland's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ASH/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Ashland analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Ashland</h2>
Ashland Inc is a world-wide specialty materials company that serves a wide range of industrial markets. The company has a business-centric operating model and is organized into four distinct segments: life sciences, personal care, specialty additives, and intermediates. Key customers for the firm include pharmaceutical companies and manufacturers of personal care products, food and beverages, and nutraceuticals and supplements. The life sciences segment derives maximum revenue. Ashland includes only U.S. and Canada in its North America designation and includes Europe, the Middle East and Africa in its Europe designation.
<h3>Financial Insights: Ashland</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Ashland's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -0.37%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Materials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 1.1%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ashland's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.2%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ashland's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.1%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Ashland's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.49.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Analyst Scoreboard: 4 Ratings For Ashland

UBS analyst Joshua Spector maintains Ashland (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASH#NYSE">ASH</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $116 to $107.

UBS Maintains Buy on Ashland, Lowers Price Target to $107

ArcelorMittal&nbsp;S.A.&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mt#NYSE">MT</a>) recently completed the acquisition of 65,243,206 shares, representing approximately 28.4% equity interest in Vallourec. This follows the signing of a Share Purchase Agreement on Mar 12, 2024, and the subsequent approval from relevant antitrust authorities and clearances under foreign investment regulations. The shares were acquired at &euro;14.64 per share from funds managed by Apollo Global Management Inc for a total consideration of approximately &euro;955 million (roughly $1,043 million), subject to the successful completion of the settlement.
Following the completion of the transaction, Genuino Magalhaes Christino, chief financial officer of ArcelorMittal, will become the director of Vallourec. Keith Howell, chief operating officer of ArcelorMittal USA, will be appointed as a director of Vallourec as well. Aditya Mittal will take on the role of observer, subject to the successful settlement.
ArcelorMittal stated that it does not intend to launch a tender offer for the remaining shares of Vallourec over the next six months but will inform the market if this intention changes.
In its comments on the acquisition, ArcelorMittal emphasized Vallourec&#39;s strong position as a leading producer of high-quality tubular products within a market segment poised for growth, mainly driven by emerging clean energy markets. The company highlighted the strategic stake in Vallourec as a valuable addition to its investment portfolio and expressed its commitment to supporting Vallourec&#39;s management team in their efforts to enhance performance.
MT underscored that this acquisition aligns with its broader growth strategy. The company noted that recent acquisitions in Brazil and the United States are delivering strong results. Significant progress is being made on various organic growth projects, many of which are expected to reach completion this year. These initiatives are anticipated to considerably bolster MT&#39;s business by expanding product capabilities, increasing exposure to emerging markets and enhancing overall earnings capacity.
The stock has lost 18.9% in the past year against the&nbsp;industry&#39;s&nbsp;18.6% fall.
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In second-quarter earnings call, the company revised its projection for global steel consumption growth, excluding China, to 2.5-3% for 2024, down from its previous estimate of 3-4%. The company continues to forecast capital expenditures for 2024 within the range of $4.5-$5 billion, with $1.4-$1.5 billion allocated to strategic growth projects. The company expects a $1.6 billion-investment in working capital made in the first half of 2024 to reverse by the year-end, supporting a positive outlook for free cash-flow generation. Completing strategic growth projects is anticipated to lead to structurally higher EBITDA and investable cash flow in the future.
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<h3>ArcelorMittal Price and Consensus</h3>
<img alt="ArcelorMittal Price and Consensus" src="https://staticx-tuner.zacks.com/images/charts/7a/1723462652.png" style="height:265px; width:582px" title="" />
ArcelorMittal price-consensus-chart | ArcelorMittal Quote
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<h3>Zacks Rank &amp; Key Picks</h3>
ArcelorMittal currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Newmont Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nem#NYSE">NEM</a>), Franco-Nevada Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fnv#NYSE">FNV</a>) and Ashland Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ash#NYSE">ASH</a>). Newmont and Franco-Nevada sport a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), and Ashland currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Newmont&#39;s current-year earnings is pegged at $2.82, indicating a rise of 75% from year-ago levels. The consensus estimate for NEM&#39;s earnings has increased 16% in the past 60 days.The stock has gained nearly 20.9% in the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FNV&#39;s current-year earnings is pegged at $3.27. The consensus estimate for FNV&#39;s earnings has increased by 3% in the past 60 days. FNV beat the consensus estimate in the last four quarters, with the average earnings surprise being 10.5%.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ASH&#39;s current fiscal year earnings is pegged at $4.6, indicating a year-over-year rise of 13%. ASH&#39;s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the last four quarters while missing it once, the average earnings surprise being 27.4%. The company&#39;s shares have increased 5.4% in the past year.
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