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GrafTech International (EAF)


Market Price (12/25/2025): $16.8 | Market Cap: $435.7 Mil
Sector: Industrials | Industry: Electrical Components & Equipment

GrafTech International (EAF)


Market Price (12/25/2025): $16.8
Market Cap: $435.7 Mil
Sector: Industrials
Industry: Electrical Components & Equipment

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.


0 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Advanced Materials, Circular Economy & Recycling, and Energy Transition & Decarbonization. Themes include High-Performance Industrial Materials, Show more.
Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -67%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -146%
Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -63 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -12%
1   Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 211%
2   Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -3.7%, Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -26%
3   Not cash flow generative
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -17%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -23%
4   Valuation getting more expensive
P/S 6M Chg %Price/Sales change over 6 months. Declining P/S indicates valuation has become less expensive. is 1576%
5   Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -51%
6   High stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 890%
7   Key risks
EAF key risks include [1] its dependence on petroleum needle coke supply and [2] the potential reduction of anti-dumping tariffs that could significantly weaken its competitive position.
0 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Advanced Materials, Circular Economy & Recycling, and Energy Transition & Decarbonization. Themes include High-Performance Industrial Materials, Show more.
1 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -67%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -146%
2 Not profitable at operating income level
Op Inc LTMOperating Income, Last Twelve Months is -63 Mil, Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is -12%
3 Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 211%
4 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -3.7%, Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -26%
5 Not cash flow generative
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -17%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -23%
6 Valuation getting more expensive
P/S 6M Chg %Price/Sales change over 6 months. Declining P/S indicates valuation has become less expensive. is 1576%
7 Yield minus risk free rate is negative
ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -51%
8 High stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 890%
9 Key risks
EAF key risks include [1] its dependence on petroleum needle coke supply and [2] the potential reduction of anti-dumping tariffs that could significantly weaken its competitive position.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

EAF Stock


Why The Stock Moved


Qualitative Assessment

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Here are five key points that contributed to GrafTech International (EAF) stock movement during the approximate period from August 31, 2025, to December 25, 2025:

1. Regaining NYSE Compliance and Reverse Stock Split: GrafTech International successfully regained compliance with NYSE's continued listing standards by maintaining a minimum share price. This was followed by the announcement and implementation of a 1-for-10 reverse stock split, effective August 29, 2025, which numerically increased the stock price per share and potentially enhanced market perception and institutional investor appeal.

2. Strong Q3 2025 Financial Performance: The company reported Q3 2025 results that met or exceeded analyst expectations. It achieved net sales of $144 million, surpassing estimates, and reported an adjusted loss per share of $1.03, matching or beating consensus. This indicated better-than-anticipated financial stability and performance in a challenging market.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 26.2% change in EAF stock from 9/24/2025 to 12/24/2025 was primarily driven by a 23.0% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
924202512242025Change
Stock Price ($)13.2516.7226.19%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)508.55521.892.62%
P/S Multiple0.680.8323.03%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)25.9225.93-0.06%
Cumulative Contribution26.19%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/24/2025 to 12/24/2025
ReturnCorrelation
EAF26.2% 
Market (SPY)4.4%37.1%
Sector (XLI)3.4%41.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The 60.8% change in EAF stock from 6/25/2025 to 12/24/2025 was primarily driven by a 58.9% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
625202512242025Change
Stock Price ($)10.4016.7260.77%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)514.04521.891.53%
P/S Multiple0.520.8358.94%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)25.8425.93-0.37%
Cumulative Contribution60.77%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

6/25/2025 to 12/24/2025
ReturnCorrelation
EAF60.8% 
Market (SPY)14.0%-8.6%
Sector (XLI)10.0%-10.5%

Fundamental Drivers

The -1.6% change in EAF stock from 12/24/2024 to 12/24/2025 was primarily driven by a -3.7% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).
1224202412242025Change
Stock Price ($)17.0016.72-1.65%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)541.71521.89-3.66%
P/S Multiple0.810.832.74%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)25.7725.93-0.64%
Cumulative Contribution-1.65%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/24/2024 to 12/24/2025
ReturnCorrelation
EAF-1.6% 
Market (SPY)15.8%0.4%
Sector (XLI)18.6%-1.7%

Fundamental Drivers

The -64.4% change in EAF stock from 12/25/2022 to 12/24/2025 was primarily driven by a -62.6% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).
1225202212242025Change
Stock Price ($)46.9116.72-64.36%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1397.02521.89-62.64%
P/S Multiple0.860.83-3.67%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)25.6825.93-0.97%
Cumulative Contribution-64.36%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/25/2023 to 12/24/2025
ReturnCorrelation
EAF-20.4% 
Market (SPY)48.9%1.7%
Sector (XLI)42.7%0.3%

Return vs. Risk


Price Returns Compared

 202020212022202320242025Total [1]
Returns
EAF Return-7%11%-60%-54%-21%-7%-86%
Peers Return33%3041%-49%26%-28%25%2325%
S&P 500 Return16%27%-19%24%23%18%115%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
EAF Win Rate42%58%25%33%42%50% 
Peers Win Rate42%46%21%46%33%50% 
S&P 500 Win Rate58%75%42%67%75%73% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
EAF Max Drawdown-49%-10%-64%-57%-75%-94% 
Peers Max Drawdown-27%-1%-52%-25%-35%-26% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-31%-1%-25%-1%-2%-15% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2020
[2] Peers: ENTG, NMG.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2025 data is for the year up to 12/24/2025 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

Unique KeyEventEAFS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock2022 Inflation Shock  
2022 Inflation Shock% Loss% Loss-85.1%-25.4%
2022 Inflation Shock% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven573.3%34.1%
2022 Inflation ShockTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven655 days464 days
2020 Covid Pandemic2020 Covid Pandemic  
2020 Covid Pandemic% Loss% Loss-54.1%-33.9%
2020 Covid Pandemic% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven117.9%51.3%
2020 Covid PandemicTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven300 days148 days
2018 Correction2018 Correction  
2018 Correction% Loss% Loss-55.7%-19.8%
2018 Correction% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven125.7%24.7%
2018 CorrectionTime to BreakevenTime to BreakevenNot Fully Recovered days120 days

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In The Past

GrafTech International's stock fell -85.1% during the 2022 Inflation Shock from a high on 5/17/2021. A -85.1% loss requires a 573.3% gain to breakeven.

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About GrafTech International (EAF)

GrafTech International Ltd. research, develops, manufactures, and sells graphite and carbon-based solutions worldwide. It offers graphite electrodes to produce electric arc furnace steel and other ferrous and non-ferrous metals; and petroleum needle coke, a crystalline form of carbon used in the production of graphite electrodes. The company sells its products primarily through direct sales force, independent sales representatives, and distributors. GrafTech International Ltd. was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Brooklyn Heights, Ohio.

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1. Intel for industrial graphite electrodes: GrafTech is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered graphite electrodes, which are critical consumable components for electric arc furnaces (EAF) in steel production. It's like Intel supplying the essential processors that power computers, but for the industrial steelmaking process.

2. DuPont for specialized carbon materials in steelmaking: GrafTech produces highly specialized, high-performance graphite materials (electrodes) essential for specific industrial processes like electric arc furnace steelmaking, much like DuPont develops and supplies a wide array of critical advanced materials for various industries.

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  • Graphite Electrodes: These are consumable components primarily used in electric arc furnaces (EAFs) to melt scrap steel and other materials for new steel production.

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GrafTech International (symbol: EAF) primarily sells its products, high-quality graphite electrodes, to other companies.

The company's customer base consists primarily of:

  • Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) Steel Manufacturers: These are industrial companies that produce steel using the electric arc furnace method, which requires graphite electrodes. GrafTech serves a diverse global customer base of approximately 250 EAF steel manufacturers. While GrafTech's 2023 annual report (10-K) indicated that two customers individually accounted for over 10% of its net sales in 2023, the company does not publicly disclose the names of these specific customer companies due to confidentiality agreements. Therefore, specific names and symbols of these major customers cannot be provided.
  • Industrial Distributors: GrafTech also utilizes industrial distributors to reach and serve smaller steel manufacturers globally.

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  • Ankerpak Inc.
  • GrafTech USA, LLC

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Timothy K. Flanagan, Chief Executive Officer, President & Director

Mr. Flanagan was appointed Chief Executive Officer, President, and Director of GrafTech International Ltd. on March 26, 2024. Prior to this, he served as interim Chief Executive Officer and President from November 2023 to March 2024, and as Chief Financial Officer, Vice President of Finance, and Treasurer from November 2021 to November 2023. Before joining GrafTech, he was the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., a flat-rolled steel producer, from January 2017 to February 2019, having held various financial leadership roles there since 2008. He also served as CFO at the law firm Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff from June 2019 to November 2021. His involvement as CFO and Treasurer at GrafTech during a "Brookfield driven process" suggests experience with companies potentially backed by private equity.

Rory O'Donnell, Chief Financial Officer & Senior Vice President

Mr. O'Donnell joined GrafTech International Ltd. as Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President, effective September 3, 2024. Previously, he served as Senior Vice President, Controller, and Principal Accounting Officer of Covia Corporation from February 2019, also acting as interim CFO from August 2022 to July 2023. His career also includes a role as Senior Vice President, Controller at Signet Jewelers Limited from 2014 to 2019, and Director, Accounting & Reporting at Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. He began his career at KPMG LLP. His experience includes leadership roles at companies that have undergone restructuring, such as Covia and Signet Jewelers, which can be indicative of involvement with companies in situations often associated with private equity or significant financial transitions.

Jeremy S. Halford, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer

Mr. Halford has served as GrafTech's Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President since 2021. Prior to this, he was the Senior Vice President of Operations and Development at the company. His previous experience also includes serving as Vice President of Global Business Development at Doncasters Group Ltd from 2013 to 2014 and as President of Mayfran International from 2012 to 2013.

Andrew J. Renacci, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary

Mr. Renacci has been the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary of GrafTech International Ltd. since 2025. Before taking on this role, he held positions as Interim Chief Legal Officer, Corporate Secretary, and Senior Corporate Counsel at GrafTech. Earlier in his career, he worked in the corporate and securities group at Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP.

Iñigo Perez Ortiz, Senior Vice President, Commercial

Mr. Perez Ortiz joined GrafTech as Senior Vice President, Commercial in February 2020. His background includes extensive experience at Alcoa Corporation, where he served as Vice President, Europe and Asia, Sales and Customer Service since 2017. Prior to that, he held roles such as Commercial Director, Europe and Asia Pacific (2011-2017), Sales Manager, Europe (2007-2011), and Sales Office Manager (2002-2007) at Alcoa.

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The key risks to GrafTech International (EAF) are primarily centered on market dynamics for its core product, supply chain vulnerabilities, and intense industry competition.

  1. Global Graphite Electrode Overcapacity and Pricing Pressure: GrafTech International faces significant risk from global overcapacity in the graphite electrode industry, which has historically and is currently adversely affecting graphite electrode prices, sales, margins, and overall profitability. Persistent global oversupply, particularly due to low-priced Chinese exports, hinders GrafTech's ability to achieve sustainable margins. Spot prices for graphite electrodes have been materially and adversely affecting the company's business, with further declines possible.
  2. Dependence on Petroleum Needle Coke Supply: A crucial risk for GrafTech is its reliance on petroleum needle coke, which is the primary raw material for producing graphite electrodes. Disruptions in the supply of petroleum needle coke, whether from its internal Seadrift facility or from external third-party sources, could lead to a significant deterioration in its operating results.
  3. Intense Competition in the Graphite Industry: The graphite electrode industry is highly competitive, with competition primarily driven by price, product quality and performance, local market presence, product range, delivery reliability, and customer service. This rigorous price competition could result in a decline in GrafTech's market share, net sales, and net income. Furthermore, the potential reduction or non-extension of existing U.S. and EU anti-dumping duties and tariffs against imports from China and India could materially and adversely impact GrafTech's financial results, cash flow, liquidity, and overall financial condition.

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GrafTech International (EAF) primarily operates in the global markets for graphite electrodes and petroleum needle coke. The company is a leading manufacturer of high-quality graphite electrode products, essential for the production of electric arc furnace (EAF) steel and other ferrous and non-ferrous metals. GrafTech is also substantially vertically integrated into petroleum needle coke, a key raw material for graphite electrode manufacturing.

Graphite Electrodes

  • The global graphite electrodes market size was estimated to be between USD 4.25 billion and USD 14.30 billion in 2024.
  • Projections indicate the global market is expected to grow to a range of USD 6.95 billion by 2032 and USD 20.54 billion by 2033, with Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGR) ranging from 3.5% to 6.48% during the forecast periods.
  • Regionally, Asia-Pacific dominates the graphite electrodes market, holding over 45% to 70% of the global share in 2024.
  • North America accounted for approximately 18% of the global market in 2024.
  • Europe represents about 20% of global consumption.

Petroleum Needle Coke

  • The global needle coke market size was estimated to be between USD 4.4 billion and USD 6.6 billion in 2024.
  • The market is projected to grow to a range of USD 6.7 billion by 2033 and USD 12 billion by 2034, with CAGRs generally ranging from 4.57% to 15.11% during the forecast periods.
  • Asia-Pacific is the leading region in the needle coke market, commanding 88.31% of the market in 2024 and is projected to continue with a high CAGR through 2030.
  • The U.S. led the North American needle coke market with a 94% share, generating USD 2.3 billion in 2024.
  • The European needle coke market is expected to exceed USD 1.3 billion by 2034.

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GrafTech International (EAF) is expected to experience future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years driven by several key factors:

  1. Increased Sales Volume, particularly in the United States: GrafTech has a strategic focus on expanding its sales volume and market share, with a notable shift towards the U.S. market. The company achieved a 9% year-over-year increase in overall sales volume for the third quarter of 2025 and a significant 53% year-over-year growth in U.S. sales volume during the same period. Year-to-date, U.S. sales volume growth was 39% compared to the previous year. GrafTech anticipates a low-double-digit percentage point year-over-year increase in its total sales volume for the full year 2025. This strategy is expected to result in cumulative sales volume growth of over 20% since the end of 2023.
  2. Long-term Demand Growth from Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) Steelmaking Decarbonization: The company is confident that the steel industry's decarbonization efforts will lead to increased adoption of the electric arc furnace method of steelmaking, which in turn will drive long-term demand growth for graphite electrodes.
  3. Growth of the 800-millimeter Electrode Product Offering: GrafTech successfully launched its 800-millimeter product offering in 2024, which is anticipated to be a significant growth platform in the coming years.
  4. Favorable Steel Industry Trends and Trade Protections in Europe: World Steel projects a return of steel demand growth in Europe for 2026, forecasting a 3.2% increase. This growth is attributed to factors such as increased investment in infrastructure and defense spending. Additionally, new trade protection measures announced by the European Commission, effective next year, are expected to cut steel import quotas by 47% and significantly increase out-of-quota tariffs, which should drive higher levels of domestic steel production in this key region for GrafTech.
  5. Expected Recovery in Global Steel Production: Although near-term demand for graphite electrodes in key regions is expected to remain relatively flat, World Steel forecasts overall steel demand growth in the U.S. of 1.8% in 2026, driven by pent-up demand for residential construction and easing financing conditions. A general recovery in global steel production would directly translate to increased demand for GrafTech's graphite electrodes.

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Share Repurchases

  • A share buyback program of $150 million was initiated on November 4, 2021, supplemented by an additional $13 million remaining from a prior authorization.
  • As of August 30, 2022, $99 million remained authorized for future share repurchases under this program.
  • No shares were repurchased in 2024, despite the continued authorization of the $99 million program.

Share Issuance

  • A 1-for-10 reverse stock split became effective on August 29, 2025, which reduced the total number of authorized common shares from 3,000,000,000 to 300,000,000 and preferred shares from 300,000,000 to 30,000,000.
  • The number of shares outstanding increased by 0.48% in the year leading up to November 5, 2025.

Inbound Investments

  • Institutional investors collectively owned 60% of GrafTech International's stock as of September 15, 2025.
  • Franklin Resources Inc. significantly increased its stake in GrafTech International by 57.2% during the second quarter of 2025, acquiring an additional 2,594,562 shares.
  • Prescott Group Capital Management L.L.C. made a new investment in GrafTech International during the first quarter of 2025, valued at $1,433,000.

Capital Expenditures

  • Capital expenditures amounted to $54 million in 2023.
  • Capital expenditures were $34 million in 2024.
  • Expected capital expenditures for the full year 2025 are projected to be approximately $40 million, with a primary focus on managing working capital levels and supporting the business amidst the steel industry's decarbonization efforts and the anticipated increase in electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaking.

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Financials

EAFENTGNMGMedian
NameGrafTech.Entegris Nouveau . 
Mkt Price16.7285.492.6516.72
Mkt Cap0.413.00.40.4
Rev LTM5223,2230522
Op Inc LTM-63412-63-63
FCF LTM-120331-65-65
FCF 3Y Avg-37220-59-37
CFO LTM-87680-48-48
CFO 3Y Avg9607-449

Growth & Margins

EAFENTGNMGMedian
NameGrafTech.Entegris Nouveau . 
Rev Chg LTM-3.7%0.6%--1.5%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg-25.7%3.8%--11.0%
Rev Chg Q10.2%-0.1%-5.1%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM2.6%-0.0%-1.3%
Op Mgn LTM-12.0%12.8%-0.4%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg-6.6%13.6%-3.5%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM4.5%-0.4%-2.0%
CFO/Rev LTM-16.7%21.1%-2.2%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg-0.5%18.2%-8.9%
FCF/Rev LTM-23.1%10.3%--6.4%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg-7.7%6.8%--0.5%

Valuation

EAFENTGNMGMedian
NameGrafTech.Entegris Nouveau . 
Mkt Cap0.413.00.40.4
P/S0.84.0-2.4
P/EBIT-5.325.2-3.1-3.1
P/E-2.145.0-3.1-2.1
P/CFO-5.019.1-8.4-5.0
Total Yield-47.1%2.5%-32.4%-32.4%
Dividend Yield0.0%0.2%0.0%0.0%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg-28.8%1.5%-27.0%-27.0%
D/E2.50.30.00.3
Net D/E2.10.3-0.10.3

Returns

EAFENTGNMGMedian
NameGrafTech.Entegris Nouveau . 
1M Rtn33.1%15.5%6.4%15.5%
3M Rtn26.2%-8.5%5.2%5.2%
6M Rtn60.8%4.3%59.6%59.6%
12M Rtn-1.6%-16.5%68.8%-1.6%
3Y Rtn-64.4%32.2%-30.4%-30.4%
1M Excs Rtn29.7%12.2%3.0%12.2%
3M Excs Rtn18.9%-11.9%3.2%3.2%
6M Excs Rtn37.7%-10.5%45.8%37.7%
12M Excs Rtn-11.1%-30.5%68.4%-11.1%
3Y Excs Rtn-146.0%-47.2%-117.7%-117.7%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20242023202220212020
Graphite Electrodes - Non-LTAs339351258124261
Graphite Electrodes - LTAs2538701,0401,0701,437
By-products and other2860473192
Total6201,2811,3461,2241,791


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$16.72 
Market Cap ($ Bil)0.4 
First Trading Date04/19/2018 
Distance from 52W High-15.6% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$14.91$11.49
DMA Trendupup
Distance from DMA12.1%45.5%
 3M1YR
Volatility90.5%893.1%
Downside Capture310.22-50.56
Upside Capture360.52-44.36
Correlation (SPY)37.2%0.6%
EAF Betas & Captures as of 11/30/2025

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta3.542.192.22-9.820.150.82
Up Beta-0.50-1.002.01-6.321.221.14
Down Beta4.422.884.18-0.944.582.60
Up Capture637%336%241%-146%-33%30%
Bmk +ve Days12253873141426
Stock +ve Days11223462111356
Down Capture351%233%57%-1876%-120%106%
Bmk -ve Days7162452107323
Stock -ve Days8192863132366

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
 Comparison of EAF With Other Asset Classes (Last 1Y)
 EAFSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return-2.2%20.9%19.2%71.9%8.9%6.0%-10.4%
Annualized Volatility887.9%18.8%19.5%19.3%15.3%17.1%35.0%
Sharpe Ratio0.940.870.782.690.360.18-0.12
Correlation With Other Assets -1.7%0.4%3.1%1.8%5.0%-8.0%

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Based On 5-Year Data
 Comparison of EAF With Other Asset Classes (Last 5Y)
 EAFSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return-28.6%14.0%14.9%18.7%11.7%4.8%32.6%
Annualized Volatility402.5%17.2%17.1%15.5%18.7%18.9%48.7%
Sharpe Ratio0.380.660.700.970.510.170.59
Correlation With Other Assets 4.2%4.5%3.1%2.5%6.5%-0.5%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLI, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 10-Year Data
 Comparison of EAF With Other Asset Classes (Last 10Y)
 EAFSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return-23.4%13.4%14.7%14.9%6.9%5.2%69.2%
Annualized Volatility327.2%19.9%18.0%14.8%17.6%20.8%55.8%
Sharpe Ratio0.310.600.700.830.310.220.90
Correlation With Other Assets 7.6%7.4%2.4%3.8%7.8%0.2%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLI, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date12152025
Short Interest: Shares Quantity670,893
Short Interest: % Change Since 11302025-15.2%
Average Daily Volume186,722
Days-to-Cover Short Interest3.59
Basic Shares Quantity25,933,254
Short % of Basic Shares2.6%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
10/24/2025-2.1%-26.9%-30.0%
7/25/202514.1%3.0%-92.8%
4/25/20257.8%-9.1%59.2%
2/7/2025-9.4%-26.2%-26.2%
11/12/20245.3%1.4%-7.2%
7/26/2024-4.7%-16.9%-13.0%
4/26/2024-1.9%9.9%10.6%
2/14/20241.5%0.0%25.8%
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SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive799
# Negative181616
Median Positive7.0%7.6%10.6%
Median Negative-7.9%-10.4%-16.2%
Max Positive19.1%19.7%59.2%
Max Negative-22.6%-30.4%-92.8%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
93020251024202510-Q 9/30/2025
6302025725202510-Q 6/30/2025
3312025425202510-Q 3/31/2025
12312024214202510-K 12/31/2024
93020241112202410-Q 9/30/2024
6302024726202410-Q 6/30/2024
3312024426202410-Q 3/31/2024
12312023214202410-K 12/31/2023
93020231103202310-Q 9/30/2023
6302023804202310-Q 6/30/2023
3312023428202310-Q 3/31/2023
12312022214202310-K 12/31/2022
93020221104202210-Q 9/30/2022
6302022805202210-Q 6/30/2022
3312022506202210-Q 3/31/2022
12312021222202210-K 12/31/2021

Insider Activity

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 OwnerTitleFiling DateActionPriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
0Shivaram Sachin M 5152025Buy0.8530,00025,50025,500Form
1Germain Jean-Marc 5122025Buy0.7850,00039,00070,200Form
2Roegner Eric V 3172025Buy1.11226250250Form
3O'Donnell Rory F.Chief Financial Officer & SVP2132025Buy1.0450,00051,950103,900Form
4Flanagan Timothy KCEO and President2132025Buy1.0750,00053,64578,935Form