Cabot Corp. Stock Plummets to New 52-Week Low at $65.40

Cabot Corp., a small-cap player in the specialty chemicals industry, has recently reached a new 52-week low, trading at USD 65.40 on November 3, 2025. This marks a significant decline, with the stock's performance over the past year reflecting a decrease of 32.87%, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's gain of 19.89% during the same period.
Despite the current low price, Cabot Corp. maintains a market capitalization of USD 4,326 million and exhibits a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 9.00. The company also boasts a solid dividend yield of 2.24% and a return on equity of 29.98%, indicating effective management efficiency. Additionally, Cabot Corp. has shown resilience in servicing its debt, with a healthy EBIT to interest ratio of 7.20.

While the stock has faced challenges, it has also reported positive operational metrics, including a record operating cash flow of USD 650 million and a decrease in raw material costs by 4.69% year-over-year. However, the stock's long-term performance has been below par, with a notable underperformance compared to the broader market indices.