GrafTech International posts $127 million second quarter sales

• GrafTech International generated $127 million in net sales during the second quarter of 2026.
• The company recorded a net loss of $40 million and used $69 million in operating cash.
• Executives stated the negative free cash flow reflects a planned inventory build and scheduled debt interest payments.

GrafTech International (NYSE:EAF) reported $127 million in second-quarter net sales as volume reached 30.8 thousand metric tons.

This financial outcome represents a 3% revenue decrease compared to last year, despite total volume growing by 8%.

The business recorded a net loss of $40 million, or $1.54 per share, alongside $2 million in adjusted EBITDA.

Operations during the quarter resulted in $69 million of net cash used in operating activities.

The company maintains $253 million in total liquidity.

Following the announcement, GrafTech International's share price was up at $7.35.

The manufacturer noted that its negative $75 million adjusted free cash flow reflects a planned quarterly inventory build.

The business also attributed its recent cash position to the scheduled timing of its semi-annual interest payments.