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After reaching an important support level, GrafTech International Ltd. (EAF) could be a good stock pick from a technical perspective.

GrafTech's shares rallied post-Q3 despite weak results, driven by emerging green shoots and short-covering dynamics. Q3 sales were $140 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $8.6 million and a net debt load exceeding $1 billion. Management expects mid-single-digit pricing increases and $20–$25 million in cost savings, but true profitability hinges on 30% price hikes rolling through contracts.

GrafTech is positioned for significant upside as electrode prices recover and supply tightens amid industry capacity closures and rising Electric Arc Furnace demand. EAF has implemented a 30% price increase effective Q1 2027, with spot graphite electrode prices near $6,000/ton, supporting improved margins and easing financial stress. Closure of the Monterrey facility will lower annual cash costs by $25M–$30M, concentrate production, and enhance operating leverage as demand rises.

Fourth-quarter realized prices are expected to rise by mid-single digits. Closing the Monterrey plant will yield up to $25 million annually.

GrafTech International Ltd. ( EAF ) Q3 2026 Earnings Call October 23, 2026 10:00 AM EDT Company Participants Michael Dillon - Vice President of Investor Relations & Communications Timothy Flanagan - CEO, President & Director Rory O'Donnell - CFO & Senior VP Conference Call Participants Bennett Moore - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Arun Viswanathan - RBC Capital Markets, Research Division Abraham Landa - BofA Securities, Research Division Presentation Operator Hello, everyone.

GrafTech International NYSE: EAF said its third-quarter results continued to reflect lower graphite electrode prices tied to customer commitments made before its recent pricing actions, while the company reported progress in securing higher-priced business for late 2026 and 2027.

GrafTech International (EAF) came out with a quarterly loss of $1.21 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $1.46. This compares to a loss of $1.03 per share a year ago.

GrafTech (EAF) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GrafTech International Ltd. (NYSE:EAF) (the “Company”) will hold its Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. (EDT). The call will be hosted by senior management to discuss financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026 and current business initiatives. These financial results will be released on Friday, October 23, 2026 before market open and will be available on our investor rela.

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