Carpenter Technology to Increase Base Prices on Specialty Alloy Portfolio

Rhea-AI Summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation (NYSE: CRS) announced a price increase of 12% to 15% on new, non-contract orders for its specialty alloy products, effective for orders placed after March 22, 2022. This decision underscores Carpenter Technology's response to rising costs and market demands while maintaining existing surcharges. The company is recognized for its high-performance specialty alloy materials used in various critical applications, including aerospace and defense.

Positive

• Implementation of a 12%-15% price increase on non-contract orders, indicating a proactive approach to cost management and market adaptation.

Negative

• Potential challenges in achieving cash generation and profitability amidst cyclical market conditions.

PHILADELPHIA, March 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carpenter Technology Corporation (NYSE: CRS) announced today that it will increase base prices by an average of twelve percent (12%) to fifteen percent (15%) on new, non-contract orders across the majority of its specialty alloy products. The increases will be effective with new orders placed after March 22, 2022. All applicable surcharges will remain in effect.

About Carpenter Technology

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a recognized leader in high-performance specialty alloy-based materials and process solutions for critical applications in the aerospace, defense, transportation, energy, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics markets. Founded in 1889, Carpenter Technology has evolved to become a pioneer in premium specialty alloys, including titanium, nickel, and cobalt, as well as alloys specifically engineered for additive manufacturing (AM) processes and soft magnetics applications. Carpenter Technology has expanded its AM capabilities to provide a complete “end-to-end” solution to accelerate materials innovation and streamline parts production. More information about Carpenter Technology can be found at www.carpentertechnology.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those projected, anticipated or implied. The most significant of these uncertainties are described in Carpenter Technology’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2021 and Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2021 and December 31, 2021 and the exhibits attached to those filings. They include but are not limited to: (1) the cyclical nature of the specialty materials business and certain end-use markets, including aerospace, defense, medical, transportation, energy, industrial and consumer, or other influences on Carpenter Technology’s business such as new competitors, the consolidation of competitors, customers, and suppliers or the transfer of manufacturing capacity from the United States to foreign countries; (2) the ability of Carpenter Technology to achieve cash generation, growth, earnings, profitability, operating income, cost savings and reductions, qualifications, productivity improvements or process changes; (3) the ability to recoup increases in the cost of energy, raw materials, freight or other factors; (4) domestic and foreign excess manufacturing capacity for certain metals; (5) fluctuations in currency exchange rates; (6) the effect of government trade actions; (7) the valuation of the assets and liabilities in Carpenter Technology’s pension trusts and the accounting for pension plans; (8) possible labor disputes or work stoppages; (9) the potential that our customers may substitute alternate materials or adopt different manufacturing practices that replace or limit the suitability of our products; (10) the ability to successfully acquire and integrate acquisitions; (11) the availability of credit facilities to Carpenter Technology, its customers or other members of the supply chain; (12) the ability to obtain energy or raw materials, especially from suppliers located in countries that may be subject to unstable political or economic conditions; (13) Carpenter Technology’s manufacturing processes are dependent upon highly specialized equipment located primarily in facilities in Reading and Latrobe, Pennsylvania and Athens, Alabama for which there may be limited alternatives if there are significant equipment failures or a catastrophic event; (14) the ability to hire and retain key personnel, including members of the executive management team, management, metallurgists and other skilled personnel; (15) fluctuations in oil and gas prices and production; (16) uncertainty regarding the return to service of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft and the related supply chain disruption; (17) potential impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on our operations, financial results and financial position; (18) our efforts and efforts by governmental authorities to mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic, such as travel bans, shelter in place orders and business closures, and the related impact on resource allocations and manufacturing and supply chains; (19) our status as a “critical”, “essential” or “life-sustaining” business in light of COVID-19 business closure laws, orders and guidance being challenged by a governmental body or other applicable authority; (20) our ability to execute our business continuity, operational, budget and fiscal plans in light of the COVID-19 pandemic; (21) our ability to successfully carry out restructuring and business exit activities on the expected terms and timelines. (22) our ability to successfully complete equipment repair activities on the expected terms and timelines, and (23) the timing, amount and products related to base price increases and surcharges. Any of these factors could have an adverse and/or fluctuating effect on Carpenter Technology’s results of operations. The forward-looking statements in this document are intended to be subject to the safe harbor protection provided by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Carpenter Technology undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

Media Inquiries:	Investor Inquiries:
Heather Beardsley	The Plunkett Group
+1 610-208-2278	Brad Edwards
hbeardsley@cartech.com	+1 914-582-4187
	brad@theplunkettgroup.com

FAQ

What is Carpenter Technology's recent price change for specialty alloys?

Carpenter Technology announced a price increase of 12% to 15% on new, non-contract orders for specialty alloys, effective after March 22, 2022.

Why is Carpenter Technology increasing prices on its products?

The price increase is a response to rising costs and market demands for Carpenter Technology's specialty alloy products.

When will the new prices for Carpenter Technology's products take effect?

The new prices will be effective for orders placed after March 22, 2022.

How does this price increase impact Carpenter Technology's stock (CRS)?

The price increase could positively impact Carpenter Technology's revenue, although market conditions may influence overall cash generation and profitability.