Management completed a significant portfolio transformation by exiting underperforming U.K. cast roll and U.S. steel distribution assets, a move expected to improve annual adjusted EBITDA by $7 million to $8 million. The Forged and Cast segment experienced a temporary performance dip in Q4 due to a customer order pause as the industry digested new global steel tariffs and calculated pricing impacts. Air and Liquid Processing achieved record full-year revenue and income, fueled by robust demand in nucl ...

Group 1 - The Trump administration's steel tariffs have negatively impacted Cleveland-Cliffs, creating a demand gap that affected steel shipments and asset utilization [3] - A five-year steel slab supply contract, linked to the acquisition of ArcelorMittal USA, became unprofitable in its final year, representing about 10% of the company's sales volume [4] - The imposition of a 50% tariff on Brazilian steel by the Trump administration and a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports by Canada have further strained Cleveland-Cliffs' finances [5] Group 2 - Cleveland-Cliffs' revenue in 2025 decreased by approximately 3% year over year to $18.6 billion, with a net loss of $1.4 billion, a complete reversal from profitability in 2024 [7] - Steel shipment volumes increased by 4.1% year over year to 16.2 million tons, indicating some operational resilience despite financial losses [7] - The company anticipates recovery in 2026, citing improved business from automotive clients as production returns to the U.S. [7]

CLEVELAND-CLIFFS INC. Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Earnings Presentation February 9, 2026 For additional factors affecting the business of Cliffs, refer to Part I – Item 1A. Risk Factors of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. 2 © 2026 Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. All Rights Reserved. 3 © 2026 Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. All Rights Reserved. 3 © 2026 Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. All Rights Reserved. 2025 HIGHLIGHTS Revenues ...

Cleveland-Cliffs posted higher third-quarter revenue and said demand for U.S.-produced steel was rising due to the Trump administration's tariffs. ...

Group 1 - Cactus, Inc. (NYSE: WHD) is experiencing increased costs due to steel tariffs, particularly affecting imports from China and Vietnam [1] - The company's profit margins are under pressure as a result of these rising costs [1] - Although the company is shifting its sourcing strategies to mitigate some of the impact, it is not fully alleviating the financial strain [1]

Financial Performance & Outlook - Cleveland-Cliffs reported revenues of $4.9 billion for Q2 2025[6] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $97 million, with expectations for continued improvement from Q2 to Q3[6] - The company released over $200 million in inventory working capital during Q2 2025[6] - Cleveland-Cliffs expects to reduce steel unit costs by approximately $160 per ton over three years[55] Steel Shipments & Market Dynamics - Record quarterly steel shipments of 4.3 million net tons were achieved in Q2 2025[6] - Steel shipments increased by 150,000 tons from the prior quarter[11] - The average selling price (ASP) increased by $35 per ton due to higher index pricing, partially offset by lower slab pricing[11] Asset Optimization & Cost Savings - Flat-rolled optimization is expected to yield approximately $145 million in annual savings[15] - Repositioning away from non-core assets is projected to generate around $165 million in annual savings[15] - The company announced the idling of several facilities, including Riverdale, Conshohocken, and Steelton, resulting in approximately $90 million, $45 million, and $30 million in expected annual savings, respectively[16] Trade & Tariffs - Tariffs on steel imports from various countries, including Canada, Brazil, and Mexico, have increased to 50%[18] - Imports of light vehicles from Japan and South Korea are down by more than 30% year-to-date[22] Capital Expenditure & Debt Management - The 2025 capital expenditure guidance has been lowered to approximately $600 million[57] - The company has a liquidity of $2.7 billion[6]

Core Viewpoint - Bank of America Securities analyst Rafe Jadrosich upgraded Whirlpool Corporation from Underperform to Neutral, raising the price forecast from $68 to $94 due to improved North American margin prospects and tariff-related benefits [1]. Group 1: Financial Estimates - The analyst increased 2025 earnings estimates to $8.56 from $8.35 and 2026 EPS estimates to $10.33 from $9.39, benefiting from new appliance-related steel tariffs [1]. - Fiscal year 2027 earnings per share were raised to $10.73 from $9.96 [6]. Group 2: Tariff Impact - Whirlpool is well positioned to benefit from new Section 232 tariffs, which will impose a 50% duty on the steel content of imported home appliances starting June 23, as 80% of its U.S. sales are domestically produced and 96% of its steel is U.S.-sourced [3]. - Competitors relying on imports for over half of their U.S. sales, particularly from China and Korea, will face increased costs, reducing their previous cost advantage [4]. Group 3: Competitive Advantage - The tariffs could force competitors to raise wholesale appliance prices by 3–5%, or approximately $15–$20 per unit, potentially giving Whirlpool a competitive edge [5]. - A price increase of $15–$20 on half of Whirlpool's North America volume could boost EBIT margins by 150–200 basis points and raise profits by 20–30% [5]. - With appliance manufacturing being a low-margin business, rivals are expected to pass on costs, allowing Whirlpool to gain market share or expand margins [6].

Group 1 - Cleveland-Cliffs shares have increased by 28.8% this week, benefiting from the rise in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 [1] - The Trump administration has raised tariffs on foreign steel from 25% to 50%, with the exception of steel from the U.K., which will incur a 25% charge [2] - American steel manufacturers, including Cleveland-Cliffs, will see their products become more competitively priced due to these tariffs [3] Group 2 - The sustainability of Cleveland-Cliffs' benefits from tariffs is uncertain, as tariff policies can change rapidly and unpredictably [5] - Cleveland-Cliffs has struggled financially, barely turning a profit in 2023 and experiencing losses in most quarters, with only one quarter showing a minimal profit of $2 million on $5 billion in sales [6]