Constellium NV (CSTM) experienced a significant price surge intraday, with shares soaring 7.52%. The sharp upward movement followed the release of a positive analyst report from a major financial institution.
The rally was primarily driven by UBS Securities initiating coverage of Constellium with a Buy rating and a $38 price target. The firm argued that the market is "too bearish" on used beverage can (UBC) spreads and that Constellium is positioned to see "sustainably higher" spreads over the next two to three years, partly due to Section 232 tariffs.
UBS analysts noted that growth in can sheet volume and a rebound in demand for higher-margin aerospace and automotive aluminum products could help offset headwinds from new industry capacity. They highlighted that the market consensus may be overlooking the potential for these improved spreads, with their estimate for 2027 being notably higher than the consensus view.
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