Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights ESAB, TriMas and Kaiser Aluminum

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For Immediate ReleaseChicago, IL – August 4, 2025 – Today, Zacks Equity Research discusses ESAB Corp. ESAB, TriMas Corp. TRS and Kaiser Aluminum KALU.Industry: Metal FabricationLink: https://www.zacks.com/commentary/2649581/3-metal-fabrication-stocks-to-watch-amid-improving-industry-trendsThe Zacks Metal Products - Procurement and Fabrication industry is well-positioned from strong demand across its varied end markets. Recent improvements in order levels, combined with strategic pricing and cost-control initiatives, are expected to help companies maintain margins despite the impact of tariffs.Companies in the industry like ESAB Corp., TriMas Corp. and Kaiser Aluminum are expected to gain from improvement in end-market demand, efforts to gain market share and investments in automation. Their continued focus on cost efficiency and operational improvements is expected to further enhance profitability.About the IndustryThe Zacks Metal Products - Procurement and Fabrication industry primarily comprises metal processing and fabrication service providers that transform metal into metal parts, machinery or components used across various other industries. Their processes include forging, stamping, bending, forming and machining, which are used to shape individual pieces of metal, and welding and assembling to join parts. The companies either use one of these processes or a combination of these.The most common raw materials utilized by metal fabrication companies include plate metal, formed or expanded metal, tube stock, welding wire or rod, and casting. The industry players serve an array of markets, including construction, mining, aerospace and defense, automotive, agriculture, oil and gas, electronics/electrical components, industrial equipment, and general consumer.What's Shaping the Future of Metal Products - Procurement and Fabrication IndustrySigns of Recovery Emerge in Manufacturing Sector: The Institute for Supply Management’s manufacturing index has been in contraction since March amid tariff tension. However, the last reading of 49% in June marked a slight increase from the 48.5% in May. The Production Index entered expansion territory for the first time in four months in June, registering 50.3%. It was 4.9 percentage points higher than the May reading of 45.4%. The recent uptick in both indices in June looks promising for the industry. Also, industrial ...

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