Q4'26 results wrap: solid Q4 beat, but steel spreads weakening in Europe & we retain cautious Europe macro outlook. Raise PT to EUR40/sh but remain UW
Report Coverage
- Broker
- JPMorgan
- Region
- Europe
- Sector
- Construction Materials, Basic Chemicals
- Report Type
- Company Report
- Primary Focus
- voestalpine earnings and European steel outlook
Report Summary
JPMorgan's Q4'26 results wrap for voestalpine AG. Q4 adjusted EBITDA of EUR448m beat estimates of EUR421m, but steel spreads are drifting lower in Europe with EU HRC at approximately EUR680/t. The firm retains a cautious macro outlook, raising its price target to EUR40 from EUR36.20 while maintaining an Underweight rating.
Key Takeaways
- Q4 adjusted EBITDA EUR448m beat vs JPMe EUR421m
- FY'27 EBITDA guidance EUR1.60-1.85bn (mid-point -2% vs consensus)
- Steel spreads drifting lower in Europe (EU HRC ~EUR680/t)
- Earnings revised: FY'27/28E EBITDA +7%/+4%
- PT raised to EUR40.00/sh from EUR36.20, remains Underweight
Why This Report Matters
Despite a solid earnings beat, weakening steel spreads and cautious European macro guidance signal headwinds for the sector, making this a key data point for European industrial stock positioning.
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