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Commercial Metals Company Is Benefiting From Strong Steel Spreads—But How Vulnerable Is This Advantage To Input Cost Volatility?

Commercial Metals Company reported solid financial performance in the second quarter of fiscal 2026, driven by operational execution, a generally favorable market environment, and the strategic acquisition of its precast concrete platform. The company posted net earnings of $93 million, or $0.83 per diluted share, with adjusted earnings of $130.1 million, or $1.16 per diluted share, after excluding acquisition-related and other specified charges. Consolidated core EBITDA was $297.5 million, representing a 14% margin and a 114% increase from the prior year, supported by improvements in North American steel operations and contribution from the newly acquired businesses. The integration of the precast businesses, CP&P and Foley, which bolstered the Construction Solutions Group, progressed according to schedule, with near-term goals achieved and early commercial synergies realized. Precast contributed $33.6 million to segment adjusted EBITDA on revenues of $145 million for the quarter, exceeding expectations in a typically slower seasonal period.