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Cabot Corporation(CBT)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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- Profit
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CBT
11/13/2026: CBT (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Cabot Corporation is a global leader in performance materials and specialty chemicals, with a long-standing position in carbon black and conductive additives. The company benefits from strong technical integration with major tire OEMs and is well-positioned to capitalize on the shift toward electric vehicles through its battery material investments. While the company maintains stable margins and reliable dividends, it faces risks from cyclical automotive demand, raw material price volatility, and increasing environmental regulation. It is a suitable candidate for value and dividend-focused investors seeking exposure to industrial materials, though monitoring execution on EV-related growth initiatives remains essential for long-term investment success.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is steady rather than explosive, tied closely to industrial and automotive cycles. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Stock performance is often conditional on broader industrial upswings and commodity price stability. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at reasonable multiples relative to its specialized market position and cash flow. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Cabot has a long history of reliable dividend payments, making it suitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Business is cyclical and sensitive to raw material and automotive market volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | Feedstock costs for carbon black are tied to oil and gas price fluctuations. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market multiples fluctuate based on broader industrial sector sentiment. |
| Competition risk (specialty chemicals) | Medium | Significant competition exists from both established global peers and emerging lower-cost players. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company has a long-standing, defensible position in essential industrial materials. |
| Dividend income | Strong | Consistent payout history supports its role as an income-generating asset. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully scaling new battery additive technologies is critical for future growth. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.71B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.95 | 1Y Target Price 85.33 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.95 | 1Y Target Price 85.33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 391.1K shares | Beta 0.82 | 52 Weeks Range 56.94 - 94.00 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 56.94 - 94.00 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.02 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Basic Materials
Defensive- Sentiment
- Bearish
- Momentum
- Momentum Steady
- BUY participation
- 23.1%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 9 / 39
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +2
- Market state
- Bearish
The number of qualifying BUY stocks has remained relatively stable.
Industry
Specialty Chemicals
- BUY participation
- 57.1%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 4 / 7
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +1
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 29% | Avg. Invested days 48 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Reinforcement Materials | Carbon black for tires and rubber products. | The core revenue driver linked to global vehicle miles driven. |
| Performance Chemicals | Specialty carbons and conductive additives. | High-margin growth area fueled by EVs and advanced electronics. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-02 | When After Market | Estimate 1.55 | Actual 1.61 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.69% | Operating Margin (TTM) 14.85% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.86% | Return on Equity (TTM) 14.21% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.95 | Forward PE 9.94 | Enterprise Value 4.70B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.99 |
Enterprise Value 4.70B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.99 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7 | Shares Outstanding 51.34M | Shares Floating 50.57M |
Shares Outstanding 51.34M | Shares Floating 50.57M | ||
Percent Insiders 1.35 | Percent Institutions 107.64 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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