Shares of Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF 6.38%) rallied 5.6% on Tuesday as of 2:26 p.m. ET.The U.S.-based steelmaker reported second-quarter earnings today, and while revenue and earnings were down relative to last year, both metrics actually beat expectations. Furthermore, CEO Lourenco Goncalves was optimistic that the recent increase in steel tariffs should soon benefit the company.Cleveland delivers a beat, though it has a ways to goIn the second quarter, Cleveland-Cliffs saw revenue decline by 3.1% to $4.9 billi ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted EBITDA in Q2 improved by $271 million from the prior quarter, driven by higher shipment volumes and operational efficiency [5] - The average selling price increased by $35 per ton to $10.15, while unit costs decreased by $15 per ton [21][22] - The company ended the quarter with $2.7 billion in liquidity and no near-term maturities, with net debt on a downward trajectory [24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Shipment volumes reached 4.3 million tons, a 150,000 ton increase from the prior quarter, allowing for more efficient mill operations [21] - The stainless steel business saw a $150 million investment in a bright annealing line, expected to improve quality and productivity [16][18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Section 232 tariffs have positively impacted both the steel and automotive sectors, with flat rolled steel imports and light vehicle imports hitting multi-year lows [6][7] - The company is positioned to benefit from the resurgence in automotive production in the U.S., as OEMs are moving production back from Mexico and Asia [70][71] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on cost-cutting and optimizing its footprint, with expectations for further cost reductions in Q3 and Q4 [5][32] - Cleveland Cliffs is exploring potential sales of non-core assets to unlock value for shareholders, with JPMorgan engaged as an advisor [25][96] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the macro trends aligning favorably for the company, anticipating a better second half of 2025 compared to the first half [28] - The management highlighted the need for a new Federal Reserve Chairman to lower interest rates, which would benefit the automotive sector [12][13] Other Important Information - The company is vertically integrated, relying on American iron ore and coal, which differentiates it from competitors who depend on imported feedstock [15] - The company has seen a significant reduction in working capital due to inventory reductions, particularly in raw materials [22][40] Q&A Session Summary Question: How should we think about the cadence of cost reductions from here? - Management expects costs to decrease by another $20 per ton from Q2 to Q3, with further reductions anticipated in Q4 [32] Question: What are the expectations for free cash flow generation in the second half? - Free cash flow is expected to improve as working capital continues to be released, with a history of generating over $1 billion in free cash flow annually [40][41] Question: Can you provide insights on automotive volumes in Q2? - Automotive volumes are growing as OEMs are moving production back to the U.S. and reducing reliance on imports [70][71] Question: What is the outlook for average selling prices in Q3? - Average selling prices are expected to remain stable, with shipments similar to Q2 levels [53][56] Question: Can you elaborate on the non-core assets that may be sold? - The company is open to selling non-core assets that could generate significant cash inflow, which would be used for debt reduction [96][104]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted EBITDA in Q2 improved by $271 million from the prior quarter, driven by higher shipment volumes and operational efficiency [4] - Average selling price increased to $10.15 per ton, a $35 per ton increase from the prior quarter, primarily due to higher index pricing [20] - Unit costs decreased by $15 per ton, contrary to previous expectations of a slight increase [20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Volumes reached 4.3 million tons, a 150,000 ton increase from the prior quarter, allowing for more efficient mill operations [20] - The stainless steel business saw a significant investment of $150 million in a bright annealing line, expected to improve quality and productivity [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. steel market remains strong, with Section 232 tariffs positively impacting both the steel and automotive sectors [5][6] - Imported steel and automotive imports hit multi-year lows, indicating a favorable environment for domestic producers [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on cost-cutting and optimizing its footprint, with initiatives expected to show impact in the second half of the year [4] - Cleveland Cliffs is positioned to support the resurgence in American vehicle production, leveraging its integrated business model [14][18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the macro trends aligning favorably for the company, anticipating a better second half of 2025 compared to the first half [28] - The company expects to continue reducing costs and improving EBITDA generation in the coming quarters [26] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with $2.7 billion in liquidity and no near-term maturities, with net debt on a downward trajectory [23] - Plans for potential non-core asset sales are underway, which could unlock significant value for shareholders [24][93] Q&A Session Summary Question: How should we think about the cadence of cost reductions from here? - Management expects costs to decrease by another $20 per ton from Q2 to Q3, with further reductions anticipated in Q4 [32] Question: Can you provide insights on CapEx expectations for 2027? - There is no reline scheduled for 2026, and the Middletown project is being revamped to enhance operations without hydrogen [34][36] Question: How should we think about free cash flow generation in the second half? - Free cash flow is expected to improve significantly, with a focus on using cash to pay down debt [41] Question: What are the expectations for average selling price and volume in Q3? - Shipments are expected to remain flat at 4.3 million tons, with continued EBITDA improvement anticipated [52][56] Question: What is the outlook for the Canadian market? - Management believes there is potential for growth in Canada, contingent on local policies and market conditions [60][62] Question: Can you discuss automotive volumes in Q2? - Automotive volumes are growing as OEMs shift production back to the U.S. and reduce reliance on imports [69][70]

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