Group 1: Rio Tinto - Rio Tinto reported a full-year underlying EBITDA of $25.36 billion, exceeding analyst estimates of $24.72 billion, driven by strong copper and aluminum production [2][9] - The company's underlying profit reached $10.87 billion, slightly above the expected $10.81 billion, while net income of $10 billion fell short of the forecast of $10.7 billion [2][9] - Rio Tinto maintained its output and sales guidance, indicating stability in its core iron ore and copper operations, and expects exploration and evaluation expenses to reach approximately $0.8 billion in 2026 [3] Group 2: Airbus - Airbus reported mixed Q4 2025 results, with revenue of €25.98 billion missing the estimate of €26.32 billion, although adjusted EBIT for the quarter was €2.98 billion, surpassing the €2.85 billion estimate [4][9] - The company expects to deliver approximately 870 planes in 2026, below the analyst consensus of 896, primarily due to ongoing engine delivery issues [5][9] - Airbus lowered its 2026 adjusted EBIT forecast to €7.5 billion and free cash flow target to €4.5 billion, both significantly below previous market projections [5] Group 3: JPMorgan Chase - JPMorgan Chase is reportedly in discussions to provide banking services for President Trump's newly established "Board of Peace," which aims to support a $5 billion reconstruction fund for Gaza [6][9] Group 4: Capstone Copper - Capstone Copper faced a setback as CIBC analysts downgraded the stock's rating to Neutral and reduced its price target to C$16 from C$20, citing concerns over deferred production targets and rising inflationary costs [7][9]
Rio Tinto Beats EBITDA Estimates While Airbus Issues Cautious 2026 Outlook