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Algoma guides Q2 2026 with EAF ramp and insurance tailwinds

Jun 30, 2026, 5:34 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Positive near-term sentiment from higher Adjusted EBITDA visibility, insurance tailwinds, and imminent EAF ramp; however, tariffs remain a risk and full upside depends on second-EAF timing and sustained demand.

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Algoma guided for Q2 2026 with shipments of 175k–180k tons and Adjusted EBITDA of $5–$15 million, aided by a $45 million insurance settlement and a $50–$55 million capacity-utilization gain. The company highlighted record plate sales, ramping of its first EAF unit, and plans to bring the second EAF online in H2 2026, reinforcing a Canada-centric, lower-emissions strategy under the Volta brand.

  • Q2 shipments: 175k–180k tons. EBITDA: $5–15m.
  • Insurance settlement adds $45m; capacity-utilization benefit $50–55m.
  • First EAF ramping; second EAF online in H2 2026. Tariffs remain headwind.
  • Canada-centric pivot; Volta brand underpins green, domestic steel strategy.

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