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Koppers Q2 FY26 turns to loss of $147.5 million; net sales rise 3% to $520.1 million

PUBT·08/06/2026 12:03:37
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Koppers Q2 FY26 turns to loss of $147.5 million; net sales rise 3% to $520.1 million
  • Koppers posted a Q2 net loss of USD 147.5 million, swinging from profit as impairment, restructuring, and plant closure costs totaled USD 215.8 million.
  • Net sales rose 3% to USD 520.1 million versus the prior-year quarter.
  • GAAP diluted EPS fell to a loss of USD 7.71.
  • Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) slipped 7.9% to USD 71 million, on higher raw material, freight and legal costs, unfavorable RUPS pricing, and 2025 divestitures.
  • Management accelerated the planned closure of its Stickney, Illinois CMC plant, citing continued market pressure and a more challenging margin environment through 2026.


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