UBS upgrades Alcoa stock rating on aluminum supply outlook
UBS upgraded Alcoa (NYSE:AA) to Buy from Neutral and raised its price target due to expectations that Middle East smelter outages will bolster aluminum prices, offsetting demand risks. The firm forecasts higher EBITDA and free cash flow for Alcoa, alongside potential debt reduction through divestments, which could enable share buybacks in the second half of 2026. This positive outlook comes despite Alcoa's recent Q1 2026 financial results falling short of analyst expectations.
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