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Aperam SA (DE:7AAN)
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Aperam SA (7AAN) Price & Analysis

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7AAN Stock Chart & Stats

€49.00
-€0.60(-1.21%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€49.00
-€0.60(-1.21%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue ReboundTTM revenue rebounded 58.4%, showing the company can regain demand and shipment momentum after a downturn. If sustained, the recovery can improve operating absorption, support customer retention, and provide a stronger base for specialty-steel growth.
Positive Cash GenerationTTM operating cash flow of about $479M and free cash flow of about $354M demonstrate meaningful cash conversion despite steel cyclicality. This internally generated liquidity can support investment, debt service, and shareholder returns without relying solely on external funding.
Manageable LeverageDebt-to-equity of roughly 0.41 and equity above $3.1B indicate a generally sound capital structure for a cyclical producer. This financial flexibility can help Aperam withstand weaker steel conditions and continue funding operations through the cycle.
Bears Say
Thin Profit MarginsNet and operating margins near 2% leave limited room for adverse changes in steel prices, raw materials, energy, or product mix. Thin profitability reduces earnings resilience and makes sustained returns dependent on favorable spreads and operating conditions.
Cyclical EarningsThe sharp swing from strong 2021–2022 earnings to near-breakeven results in 2025 demonstrates material earnings cyclicality. Such volatility makes profits, returns, and reinvestment capacity less dependable across the next several quarters.
Volatile Free Cash FlowAlthough free cash flow remains positive, its material decline versus the prior period shows that cash generation is not steady through the cycle. Continued volatility could reduce funding available for investment, debt reduction, or shareholder distributions.

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7AAN FAQ

What was Aperam SA’s price range in the past 12 months?
Aperam SA lowest stock price was €27.40 and its highest was €52.50 in the past 12 months.
    What is Aperam SA’s market cap?
    Aperam SA’s market cap is €3.19B.
      When is Aperam SA’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Aperam SA’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 06, 2026 which is in 43 days.
        How were Aperam SA’s earnings last quarter?
        Aperam SA released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2026. The company reported €1.628 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.567 by €1.061.
          Is Aperam SA overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Aperam SA’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Aperam SA pay dividends?
            Aperam SA does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Aperam SA’s EPS estimate?
            Aperam SA’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does Aperam SA have?
            Aperam SA has 78,036,690 shares outstanding.
              What happened to Aperam SA’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              Aperam SA reported an EPS of €1.628 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.567. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.485%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Aperam SA?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:7AAN
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                  Company Description

                  Aperam SA

                  Aperam S.A., along with its affiliated companies, operates globally as a manufacturer and vendor of stainless and specialized steel products. Its business activities are organized into three primary divisions: Stainless & Electrical Steel, Services & Solutions, and Alloys & Specialties. The company's product portfolio encompasses a variety of stainless steels, including both grain-oriented and non-grain-oriented electrical steels, as well as distinct specialty alloys. Beyond manufacturing, Aperam manages the distribution of its products and delivers processing services, which cover bespoke and value-added steel solutions for clients. Furthermore, Aperam engineers, produces, and processes a wide array of specialty alloys and specific stainless steel types. These materials are available in multiple forms, such as bars, semi-finished products, cold-rolled strips, wires, wire rods, and plates, offered in numerous grades. Its extensive clientele spans diverse sectors, including aerospace, automotive, catering, construction, domestic appliances, electrical engineering, industrial processing, medical, and oil and gas. Products reach customers via an extensive network comprising service centers, processing plants, and sales offices. Established in 2010, Aperam S.A. maintains its headquarters in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.

                  Aperam SA (7AAN) Earnings & Revenues

                  7AAN Company Deck

                  7AAN Earnings Call

                  Q2 2026
                  0:00 / 0:00
                  Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                  The call presents a mix of constructive company-specific progress and near-term market headwinds. Highlights include clear CapEx and investment plans (EUR 200m CapEx in 2026 and EUR 160m site upgrades over 3 years), an articulated Leadership Journey expected to add ~EUR 150m EBITDA (including Universal synergies), a stronger Q1/Q2 EBITDA run-rate (EUR 100m quarterly in H1), improved Brazil performance (EUR ~75m EBITDA) and flexible spare EAF capacity with a 7%–10% potential utilization uplift. Lowlights are primarily market-driven: a Q4 import surge created an H1 inventory overhang, CBAM/trade defense timing and importer behaviors remain uncertain (despite a planned 1 July start), a ~EUR 300/tonne margin gap versus historic averages, and limited forward visibility due to short order books (2.5 months). On balance, company fundamentals, clear targets, capacity to ramp and diversification into alloys/specialties give meaningful upside potential, while the lowlights represent industry and timing risks that management is actively addressing.View all DE:7AAN earnings summaries
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