Cabot Corporation
Basic Materials · USD · NYSE
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Long-term compounder with 5.6% yield. Fundamentals (74) and Quality (72) are the primary strengths. I note that technical is the weakest area at 35/100 — this warrants monitoring. Historical volatility is moderate at 31%. I read this as an income profile — a 5.6% dividend yield with its dividend record.
Price
$73.85
Cap
$3.95B
30d Trend
-4.0%
In the lower half of its 52-week range
Analyst data
From our data provider · record dated 23 Oct 2026
6 analysts' ratings · average 3.5 on a 1 (strong sell) to 5 (strong buy) scale
Mean analyst price target $90.33 · 22.4% above the $73.79 close on 23 Oct 2026
FY ending Sep 2027: EPS estimates from 6 analysts
In the 30 days to 24 Oct 2026: 1 raised, 0 lowered
31% annualised over 90 days
Cabot Corporation operates as a specialty chemicals and performance materials company. It operates through two segments, Reinforcement Materials and Performance Chemicals. The company offers reinforcing carbons that are used in tires as a rubber reinforcing ag…
BRAIN47 SIGNAL
Raw weighted: 62×Macro 0.99 (−1%)=61
RISK LEVEL
QUALITY
MOMENTUM
TECHNICAL
FUNDAMENTALS
Macro: neutral (×0.99) - Fear/Greed: 59 (Mixed) - Data: 100%
BRAIN47 HORIZON ANALYSIS
Long-term compounder with 5.6% yield
PAST PERFORMANCE
1 MONTH
-5.1%
3 MONTHS
-16.2%
12 MONTHS
+8.2%
Trailing returns — past performance, not a projection.
Recent news (6)
Cabot Corporation to Announce Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Operating Results
Cabot Corporation announced on April 9, 2026, that it will release its operating results for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, after market close. A conference call and live webcast to review these results will begin at 8:00 AM ET on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
Cabot Corporation to Increase Prices Globally for Products Sold by its Specialty Compounds Business
Effective March 12, 2026, Cabot Corporation will raise prices globally for products sold by its specialty compounds business by up to 20 percent. The company will also implement an additional ongoing surcharge, with adjustments evaluated as market conditions evolve. This price increase is necessitated by supply chain disruptions related to the Middle East conflict, as well as escalating transportation, energy, and raw material costs.
Mizuho downgrades Cabot stock to Neutral on weak carbon black demand
Mizuho downgraded Cabot Corp. (CBT) from Outperform to Neutral on February 4, 2026, and reduced its price target to $75.00 from $80.00. The research firm cited no recovery in sight for tire and rubber product demand for carbon black, a key business segment for the specialty chemicals company. Mizuho also lowered its earnings per share estimates for fiscal 2026 to $6.30 from $6.65 and for fiscal 2027 to $6.95 from $7.60.
Cabot Corporation Completes Acquisition of Mexico Carbon Manufacturing S.A. de C.V. from Bridgestone Corporation
Cabot Corporation completed its acquisition of Mexico Carbon Manufacturing S.A. de C.V. (MXCB) from Bridgestone on February 2, 2026. This acquisition, which followed a definitive agreement and receipt of regulatory approvals, enhances Cabot's global manufacturing footprint and operational flexibility in reinforcing carbon products.
Cabot Corporation Demonstrates Continuous Sustainability Progress in CDP Assessment
On January 13, 2026, Cabot Corporation demonstrated continuous sustainability progress in its CDP assessment. The company achieved an A- rating for Water Security, an improvement from its B rating in 2024. Cabot maintained its B rating for Climate Change.
Cabot Corporation Board Declares Dividend
On January 9, 2026, the Board of Directors of Cabot Corporation declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.45 per share on all outstanding common stock. This dividend is payable on March 13, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on February 27, 2026.
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