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Constellium's A&T segment posts 18% shipment growth and 30% higher revenues in Q1 2026, aided by aerospace demand, defense strength and aluminum prices.

Alcoa stock extends gains as aluminum prices climb further to a four-year high. Here’s why AA shares remain worth buying at current levels.

During these busy times, it pays to stay on top of the latest profit opportunities. And today’s blog post should be a great place to start. After taking a close look at the latest data on institutional buying pressure and each company’s fundamental health, I decided to revise my Stock Grader recommendations for 104 big blue chips. Chances are that you have at least one of these stocks in your portfolio, so you may want to give this list a skim and act accordingly. This Week’s Ratings Changes: Up

CSTM surges 92.9% in six months as packaging, aerospace growth, rising aluminum prices and buybacks fuel momentum despite cost pressures.

ETN, CAT, FCX, GEV and AA are five non-tech stocks benefiting from rising power, infrastructure and metal demand for AI data centers.

Dow Jones giants Amazon and Caterpillar are setting up in short consolidations. The AI stocks lead five names near buy points.

Key recent performance signals Alcoa (AA) has drawn fresh attention after a period of strong stock performance, with returns of 3.3% over the past day, 14% over the past week and about 20% over the past month. See our latest analysis for Alcoa. The recent share price strength, with the stock at $75.58 and a 90 day share price return of 21.75%, sits alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 176.11%, pointing to momentum that has built over time. If Alcoa’s run has you thinking about other...

Century Aluminum is Thursday's IBD Stock Of The Day as the largest U.S. aluminum producer is humming like rarely before thanks to Trump tariffs and fallout from the Middle East conflict. The good news has legs, which is why CENX stock continued to rise within buy range even amid a report that U.S. and Iranian negotiators see eye-to-eye on a potential 60-day ceasefire. Aluminum prices climbed 0.8% to a four-year-high $3,650 per metric ton and have climbed around 18% since the conflict began Feb. 28, according to CME Group data.

AA's Alumina segment faces shipment, pricing and cost pressure after Q1 declines, but maintained 2026 guidance points to expected improvement.

Freeport-McMoRan, Anglo American and Alcoa were among metal and mining stocks flashing buy signals or close to it on Tuesday morning on hopes for a sustainable end to the U.S.-Iran conflict. Meanwhile, the copper price dipped 0.4%, gold 0.3% and silver 0.1%. UBS upgraded Alcoa to buy from neutral, while raising its AA stock price target to 80 from 75.

AA and RYI ride higher aluminum prices, capacity expansion and shipment growth, but debt, costs and valuation gaps shape the aluminum stock debate.

Sensient Technologies delivers specialty ingredients and proprietary solutions to global food, beverage, and personal care markets.

UBS upgraded Alcoa (NYSE:AA) to Buy, citing sustained disruptions to aluminium production in the Middle East. The bank expects these supply issues to keep aluminium prices and physical premiums elevated for an extended period. UBS links this environment to potential improvement in Alcoa's earnings, cash flow and capacity for shareholder returns. Alcoa is a major producer of primary aluminium and related products, so prolonged supply constraints can materially influence its revenue mix and...

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed up +0.37%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.58%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.42%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.35%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Aluminum usually doesn’t get the spotlight like gold or copper, but right now the market is unusually tight. A mix of Middle East supply disruptions, shipping issues, and U.S. tariffs has pushed prices higher and given Alcoa (NYSE:AA) a massive boost. The stock is up nearly 134% over the past year and is now trading close to its highs around $70.

A UBS analyst upgraded Alcoa, touting higher prices from Middle East smelter outages due to the Iran war. The stock surged past two buy points.

Investing.com -- UBS has upgraded Alcoa shares to “Buy” from “Neutral,” raising its price target to $80 per share from $75, citing expectations that prolonged disruptions to Middle East aluminium production will keep prices and premiums elevated for years.

Alcoa (NYSE:AA) is facing higher energy expenses, particularly diesel, along with increased raw material costs. These cost pressures are affecting the company’s expense base and prompting operational adjustments. Management focus is shifting more toward cost efficiency and expanding the use of renewable energy sources. For investors watching NYSE:AA at a share price of $66.27, these cost pressures come after a period of strong longer term returns, including 139.1% over the past year and...

The Iran war started on February 27, and the aluminum market has not been the same since. Alcoa CEO William Oplinger told investors on the company’s Q1 2026 call that London Metal Exchange prices had recently exceeded $3,600 per metric ton on tight inventories and Middle East supply disruptions. Reuters dubbed it a shock that ... Aluminum Prices Have Surged Nearly 90% Since the Iran War Began, and Kiplinger Says Your Portfolio Should Respond

AA faces rising energy, raw material and restart costs, with higher diesel prices expected to hurt Q2 2026 results.

Alcoa Corporation (NYSE:AA) is one of the 8 Best American Mining Stocks to Buy Right Now. On May 11, 2026, Alcoa Corporation (NYSE:AA) announced a $65M investment to expand foundry production capabilities at its Mosjoen smelter in Norway to incorporate recycled content into the casting process. The company said the project will help expand its […]

AA shares surge 91% in six months as higher aluminum prices, tariff support and stronger demand boosted sales growth.

Highways, railroads and ports in Saudi Arabia, the U.A.E. and Oman have been transformed into an emergency logistics lifeline during the Iran war.

Alcoa (AA) has recently drawn fresh interest after its share price moved 3.4% in the latest session, following a period where the stock is down 10.5% over the past month but up 5.8% in the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Alcoa. That recent 1-day share price return of 3.42% comes after a mixed stretch, with short term momentum softening over the past month. This is set against a year-to-date share price return of 15.56% and a very large 1-year total shareholder return of 134.97%,...

Alcoa Corporation recently declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.10 per share, payable on June 5, 2026, to shareholders of record on May 19, 2026, following its filing of a US$506.08 million shelf registration for up to 8,000,000 common shares tied to an ESOP-related offering. The combination of maintaining a regular cash dividend and preparing an employee stock ownership plan-linked share offering highlights Alcoa’s focus on shareholder returns alongside broader employee participation...

AA gains from strong aluminum demand, higher prices and U.S. tariffs, as production restarts and sales growth lift its 2026 outlook.

Pre-Market Stock Futures: Futures are trading modestly higher after a blowout midweek rally spurred by reports that a peace agreement with Iran could be forthcoming soon and by incredible technology earnings and forecasts that destroyed Wall Street estimates. All of the major indices were once again printing new highs as investors cheered the potential for ... Here Are Thursday’s Top Wall Street Analyst Research Calls: Alcoa, Chiron Real Estate, Clear Secure, Fortinet, Fresh Pet, Kennametal, Ora

Alcoa (NYSE:AA) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 6, with directors and management highlighting a renewed focus on safety, continued operational execution in 2025, and a disciplined approach to capital allocation and growth. Board chair cites safety recommitment and 2025 execution

The market seemed underwhelmed by the solid earnings posted by Alcoa Corporation ( NYSE:AA ) recently. We have done...

In April 2026, Alcoa Corporation reported that first-quarter 2026 sales eased to US$3,193 million and net income to US$425 million, with basic earnings per share from continuing operations of US$1.61, while aluminum production rose to 607 kmt alongside steady alumina output. The company also reaffirmed its 2026 production and shipment guidance for both alumina and aluminum, signaling confidence in its operating plan despite softer quarterly earnings. We'll now examine how Alcoa's combination...