Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Sell" rating for Huayou Cobalt with a revised target price of Rmb27.00, indicating a downside of 20.2% from the current price of Rmb33.82 [1][2]. Core Insights - Huayou Cobalt reported a net profit of Rmb4.2 billion for 2024, reflecting a 24% year-over-year increase, primarily driven by higher profits from nickel and lithium [1][20]. - The company is facing challenges in the ternary battery materials market, with market share declining to below 20% in Q1 2025 from 27% in 2024 and 32% in 2023, leading to lower shipments and margins [2][31]. - The earnings outlook remains cautious due to depressed prices for lithium, nickel, and cobalt, which are expected to cap earnings improvements [2][31]. Financial Summary - Revenue for 2024 is estimated at Rmb60.5 billion, down 8% from 2023, with a gross profit of Rmb10.1 billion, up 12% year-over-year [28]. - The earnings per share (EPS) for 2024 is reported at Rmb2.50, a 22% increase from the previous year [28]. - The company declared a cash dividend of Rmb0.50 per share, with a payout ratio of 23%, significantly lower than the 69% in 2023 [1][28]. Earnings Estimates - Recurring earnings estimates for 2025-2026 have been revised upward by 44-55% due to higher refined nickel sales volume and lower costs for lithium [2][31]. - The projected EPS for 2025 is Rmb1.89, down from the previous estimate of Rmb1.79, reflecting ongoing market challenges [2][28]. Market Dynamics - The ternary battery materials market is expected to continue facing pressure, with increased competition and declining unit profits anticipated [31]. - The report highlights that Huayou's earnings are likely to remain depressed in 2025 due to weak prices for nickel, cobalt, and lithium [31]. Valuation Analysis - A bottom-of-the-cycle valuation analysis suggests a theoretical valuation range of Rmb7.8 to Rmb14.1 per share for Huayou, compared to the current share price of Rmb33.8 [2][31]. - The report's sum-of-the-parts (SOTP) valuation methodology indicates a valuation of Rmb22.7 per share for the battery material business [26][32].

Group 1: Coca-Cola (KO) - Coca-Cola offers a 2.8% dividend yield and is considered relatively safe in the current market environment, making it a strong investment choice [2][3] - The company is insulated from cross-border tariffs due to its local production and sales strategy, which minimizes exposure to tariff impacts [2][3] - Increased packaging costs from tariffs on aluminum are not significant for Coca-Cola, as aluminum constitutes a small part of its overall cost structure [3] Group 2: Louisiana-Pacific (LPX) - Louisiana-Pacific specializes in engineered wood siding and oriented strand board (OSB), with its pricing heavily influenced by wood fiber and resin costs [4] - The company could benefit from tariffs on Canadian wood fiber, as it has the capacity to increase production in both Canada and the U.S. [5][6] - Long-term prospects for engineered wood siding are positive, with potential market share gains against alternatives like vinyl and fiber cement [7] Group 3: Pool Corp. (POOL) - Pool Corp. is a resilient business, with 65% of its sales coming from maintenance and minor repairs, which supports sales even in a slowing discretionary spending environment [8] - The company does not have significant direct imports and does not anticipate material impacts from current tariffs on sales for 2025 [10] - Long-term growth prospects remain strong due to ongoing pool maintenance spending and a potential recovery in new pool construction [11]

Core Viewpoint - NEO Battery Materials Ltd. has appointed Mr. Kenneth Hoffman to its Board of Directors, bringing extensive expertise in battery materials and investment management to support the company's strategic initiatives in the battery market [1][4]. Company Overview - NEO Battery Materials is a Canadian company focused on developing low-cost silicon anode materials for lithium-ion batteries, aiming to enhance battery performance in electric vehicles, electronics, and energy storage systems [8]. Appointment of Kenneth Hoffman - Mr. Hoffman has over 30 years of experience in investment management, energy, and metals and mining, previously serving as the Global Head of Battery Materials at McKinsey & Company [2][3]. - His role at NEO will involve providing strategic support for industry partnerships, market expansion, and corporate development, leveraging his global network and understanding of the battery landscape [4]. Strategic Importance - The appointment is expected to reinforce NEO's position as a leading innovator in battery materials, particularly in the commercialization of its silicon anode technology [4][6]. - Mr. Hoffman emphasized the need for faster charging, lower-cost, and higher-density batteries, aligning with NEO's goals to improve silicon anode production [6]. Compensation Details - As part of his compensation, Mr. Hoffman has been granted stock options to acquire 300,000 common shares at an exercise price of $0.60, with vesting schedules outlined [6]. Upcoming Events - NEO Battery Materials will hold its Annual General and Special Meeting of Shareholders on June 4, 2025, where shareholders will have the opportunity to vote on company matters [7].

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Core Insights - Dow Inc. reported first-quarter 2025 earnings that exceeded analysts' expectations, with adjusted EPS of $0.02 compared to an expected loss of $0.01, although revenue declined 3% year over year to $10.4 billion [1][2][5] Financial Performance - Adjusted EPS for Q1 2025 was $0.02, down 96.4% from $0.56 in Q1 2024 [3] - Revenue for Q1 2025 was $10.43 billion, slightly above the forecast of $10.24 billion but down 3.1% from $10.77 billion in Q1 2024 [3] - Net income for Q1 2025 was a loss of $290 million, compared to a profit of $538 million in Q1 2024 [3] - Adjusted operating EBIT fell to $230 million, a 66% decrease from $674 million in Q1 2024 [3] Business Overview - Dow operates in the materials science industry with a presence in 30 countries, focusing on segments like Packaging & Specialty Plastics, Performance Materials & Coatings, and Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure [4] - The company emphasizes innovation and sustainability, targeting high-growth markets such as packaging and mobility [4] Segment Performance - The Packaging & Specialty Plastics segment experienced a 2% revenue drop, despite a 4% increase in volume due to higher licensing and hydrocarbon sales [6] - Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure faced a 5% revenue decline and reported an operating EBIT loss of $128 million, primarily due to high energy costs [6] - Performance Materials & Coatings saw a 4% sales drop but achieved an $8 million operating EBIT improvement through reduced fixed costs [6] Strategic Initiatives - Dow has delayed its Path2Zero ethylene complex project in Alberta, Canada, to align spending with market conditions and has initiated cost-saving measures contributing approximately $6 billion in total cash support [7] - The company completed the sale of its flexible packaging laminating adhesive business to Arkema, marking a strategic optimization of its asset base [8] Future Outlook - Dow plans to continue its disciplined execution strategy and expand strategic partnerships while enhancing its focus on sustainable solutions [9] - The company aims to navigate pricing strategies, geopolitical factors, and sustainability advancements to strengthen its competitive position [9]

Core Insights - Carlisle (CSL) reported revenue of $1.1 billion for the quarter ended March 2025, reflecting a slight decline of 0.1% year-over-year and a negative surprise of -0.46% compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate [1] - The company's EPS was $3.61, down from $3.72 in the same quarter last year, but exceeded the consensus estimate of $3.53 by +2.27% [1] Revenue Performance - Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) generated revenues of $297.30 million, which was below the average estimate of $317.84 million, marking a year-over-year decline of -5% [4] - Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) reported revenues of $798.50 million, surpassing the average estimate of $783.03 million, with a year-over-year increase of +1.9% [4] Adjusted EBIT Analysis - Adjusted EBIT for Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) was $194.90 million, exceeding the average estimate of $186.16 million [4] - Adjusted EBIT for Corporate and unallocated was -$25.30 million, slightly better than the average estimate of -$25.99 million [4] - Adjusted EBIT for Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) was $21 million, which fell short of the average estimate of $30.25 million [4] Stock Performance - Over the past month, shares of Carlisle have returned +1.9%, contrasting with a -6.6% change in the Zacks S&P 500 composite [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating expected performance in line with the broader market in the near term [3]

SAXONBURG, Pa., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherent Corp. (NYSE: COHR) (the “Company”), a global leader in materials, networking, and lasers, announced today that it will release third-quarter fiscal 2025 financial results on Wednesday, May 7, after the New York Stock Exchange closes. The release will be followed by a live audio webcast at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss the results. The Company invites investors to join the live audio webcast at coherent.com/company/ investor-relations/financial-webcasts. ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a Neutral rating for Anji Microelectronics Technology and raises the target price to CNY175 from CNY157 [3][5]. Core Insights - Anji Microelectronics reported a revenue of CNY1,835 million for 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 48%, driven by strong performance in photoresist solvent, which grew by 79% year-on-year [1][4]. - The company's gross margin improved to 58.5%, up 2.6 percentage points year-on-year, attributed to scale advantages and product mix improvements [1]. - Earnings for 2024 were reported at CNY534 million, a 33% increase year-on-year, but fell short of consensus estimates due to higher asset impairment losses and a reduction in government subsidies [1]. Summary by Sections 2024 Performance - Revenue reached CNY1,835 million, exceeding Bloomberg consensus by 1% [1]. - Photoresist solvent sales increased by 79% year-on-year, while CMP slurry sales grew by 44% [1]. - Gross margin was 58.5%, 0.4 percentage points above consensus [1]. 2025 Forecast - Expected sales and earnings growth of 24% and 28% year-on-year, respectively, driven by continued localization trends [2]. - Potential for increased CMP slurry penetration in key clients, with current penetration below 50% for the second and third largest clients [2]. - Anticipated better revenue growth in photoresist solvent due to low current penetration of around 20-25% [2]. Valuation and Target Price - The new target price of CNY175 is based on a 33x multiple of the 2025F EPS of CNY5.3, slightly above the historical average P/E of 32x [3][26]. - The stock currently trades at 33x 2025F P/E, indicating a modest upside of 1.2% from the closing price of CNY172.91 [5][26]. Financial Projections - Revenue projections for FY25 are set at CNY2,275 million, with net profit expected to reach CNY682 million [4][10]. - Normalized EPS is forecasted to grow by 27.7% in FY25, reaching CNY5.29 [10].

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Wall Street expects a year-over-year decline in earnings on lower revenues when Rogers Corp. (ROG) reports results for the quarter ended March 2025. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on April 29. On th ...