Cabot Corporation — Feb 3, 2026 release

Our operating tax rate for fiscal 2026 is expected to be in the range of 27% to 29%.   Outlook Commenting on the outlook for the Company, Keohane said, “As we look ahead to the remainder of fiscal 2026, we are narrowing our Adjusted EPS for the full year to be in the range of $6.00 to $6.50 per share. This outlook incorporates the outcome of negotiations for our calendar year 2026 tire customer agreements.”   Keohane continued, “While the demand environment in Reinforcement Materials remains challenging and continues to be impacted by elevated levels of tire imports into the western geographies of Europe and the Americas, we are focused on countermeasures to manage this impact. These include cost reductions, optimization actions across our global footprint and capacity rationalization. In Performance Chemicals, we expect our diverse portfolio of applications to deliver earnings growth in fiscal 2026, including continued positive momentum in our Battery Materials product line.”   Keohane concluded, “Our focus on operational execution and prudent capital allocation remains unchanged. We expect to sustain our significant level of cash generation and maintain our investment grade balance sheet. This financial capacity allows us to invest in strategic growth priorities while returning meaningful cash to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. I believe we are taking the right actions to navigate the current environment and to position the Company to deliver long-term