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22 Jul 2026, 05:00 UTC · 2h ago
Norsk Hydro: Operational strength delivering solid results
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22 Jul 2026, 05:00 UTC · 2h ago
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Norsk Hydro's Q2 2026 adjusted EBITDA increased to NOK 8,923 million from NOK 7,790 million in the prior year period. — Strong year-on-year EBITDA growth and increased EPS indicate robust operational health and profitability.
+0.60Norsk Hydro will restart 75,000 tonnes of capacity at the Slovalco smelter in the second half of 2026 following a government agreement on carbon cost compensation. — Increasing production capacity and securing government subsidies for carbon costs improves long-term output and cost structures.
+0.50Hydro secured a 10-year energy agreement with Eviny, bringing its total Norwegian sourcing needs for the 2030s to 85%. — Reducing energy price volatility and securing long-term renewable supply mitigates a primary operational risk for aluminium smelting.
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The Bauxite & Alumina business segment saw adjusted EBITDA drop to NOK 522 million from NOK 1,521 million due to lower alumina prices and currency headwinds. — Significant earnings decline in a key upstream segment reflects pricing pressure and volatility in raw material markets.
-0.30The government of Guinea is considering restricting annual bauxite export volumes. — Potential supply constraints from a major bauxite producer could increase raw material costs for alumina refineries.
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The company reported increased adjusted EBITDA and earnings per share, driven by operational strength and higher aluminium prices.
The company entered a five-year supply agreement for low-carbon aluminium wire rod to support infrastructure demand.
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