Koppers Holdings

KOP · NYSE

$41.70−$1.21 (−2.82%)TodayMarket closed · Oct 20, 4:05 PM ET

Prev close $42.91

KOP analyst rating

BuyConsensus of 1 analyst over the last 12 months. 100% rate it a buy.

Strong buy0
Buy1
Hold0
Underperform0
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12-month price target · 5 analysts

Average $59.16 (+41.9% upside)

Low: $54.54
Now: $41.70
High: $65.10

Upgrades and downgrades

The latest rating actions, newest first

KOP analyst upgrades, downgrades and rating actions
Firm	Date	Action	Rating	Price target	Hit rate
Barrington Research	May 4, 2026	Maintains	Outperform	$55.00	53%
Barrington Research	Apr 2, 2026	Maintains	Outperform	$55.00	53%
Barrington Research	Mar 2, 2026	Maintains	Outperform	$55.00	53%
Barrington Research	Feb 27, 2026	Maintains	Outperform	$55.00	53%
Barrington Research	Nov 13, 2025	Maintains	Outperform	$55.00	53%
Barrington Research	Nov 11, 2025	Maintains	Outperform	$55.00	53%
Barrington Research	Nov 3, 2025	Maintains	Outperform	$55.00	53%

The case for and against

Updated Aug 18, 2026

Bull case

Koppers Holdings is expected to see improved financial performance in the coming years, as the company focuses on its Catalyst initiative, which has already generated significant expense savings and increased free cash flow. The company's net long-term debt of $881 million in 2025 is well within its target range, and its operating cash flow of $122.5 million, combined with its disciplined capital expenditures and cash return to shareholders, demonstrate strong financial management. While the CMC segment may face some challenges due to higher oil prices, overall market sentiment for the company is positive, particularly in its UIP and PC segments, which are expected to drive sales and EBITDA growth in the near future.

Bear case

Koppers Holdings is facing a challenging market environment in its key segments, with reductions in capital spending by railroads and ongoing turmoil in the CMC market. Despite its cost-cutting and strategic transformation efforts, the company's financial performance continues to decline, with lowered earnings expectations for 2026 and 2027. In addition, significant debt levels and a high net leverage ratio are cause for concern in the long term.

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