Key findings as of early August 2026 data.
| Period | MTRN Return | S&P 500 Return | Outperformance |
|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | ~130% | ~13% | Significant |
| 1-Year | ~164% | ~23% | Significant |
| 3-Year | ~180% | ~73% | Significant |
| 5-Year | ~303% | ~75% | Significant |
Fact: Returns sourced from Yahoo Finance trailing total returns. Interpretation: Strong outperformance likely driven by end-market recovery and earnings beats. Uncertainty: Past performance does not guarantee future results; 52-week range historically spanned ~$105–$299.
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TTM Revenue | $1.92 billion | Annualized |
| TTM Net Income | $76.5 million | Profit margin 3.99% |
| TTM EPS (Diluted) | $3.70 | — |
| Q2 2026 Revenue (Reported) | ~$613.9 million | Beat estimates by ~13% |
| Q2 2026 Adj. EPS | $1.90 | Beat estimates by 25% |
| Q1 2026 Revenue | $549.8 million | — |
Fact: Record Q2 2026 results with raised full-year outlook; value-added sales and adjusted EBITDA at record levels. Interpretation: Strength in aerospace/defense (~50% order growth in prior quarter) and semiconductors supports growth narrative. Uncertainty/Limitation: One large precision clad strip customer quality issue previously impacted Performance Materials; full resolution not confirmed in all reports. TTM figures are approximations from available data. Earnings date Aug 5, 2026 (post-Q2 release).
Yahoo Finance Profile & Financials → | Company Quarterly Results → | Q4/FY2025 Results & 2026 Outlook →
| Consensus | # of Analysts | Avg. Price Target | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moderate Buy / Buy | 3–4 | ~$237 – $253 | $223 – $310 |
Interpretation: Limited analyst coverage (typical for mid-cap materials stock) but positive tilt toward growth in A&D and semis. Uncertainty: Small sample size; targets may not reflect post-Q2 surge. Data as of early Aug 2026.
~800 customers across key end markets
Interpretation: Diversified but concentrated exposure to high-tech/defense cycles. Uncertainty: Specific customer names largely undisclosed due to B2B nature; one large clad strip customer previously noted for quality issue.
| Company | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| NGK Insulators | Ceramics & specialty materials |
| CoorsTek | Advanced ceramics & engineered materials |
| Carpenter Technology | Specialty alloys & metal powders |
| ATI | High-performance specialty metals & alloys |
| IBC Advanced Alloys | Beryllium & specialty alloys |
| Mueller Industries / Others | Specialty metals & components |
Fact: Direct peers in beryllium-containing alloys and advanced materials. Interpretation: Competitive landscape includes both larger diversified players and niche specialists. Limitation: Market share data not publicly detailed in sources.
Materion Corporation produces advanced engineered materials including beryllium and non-beryllium alloys, precision optics, thin-film coatings, and specialty chemicals. Operates in four segments: Performance Materials (beryllium alloys, custom parts), Electronic Materials (chemicals, packaging, targets), Precision Optics (coatings, filters), and Other. Global operations with ~3,000 employees; sells to high-reliability industries.
Yahoo Company Profile → | Company IR Overview →
Uncertainty: Slight variance in founding year across sources (1921 vs 1931); legacy beryllium expertise remains core.
Data Limitations & Assumptions: All information compiled from public web sources (Yahoo Finance, company IR, news aggregators) as of early August 2026. No current stock price displayed per guidelines. Financial figures are TTM or reported quarterly; analyst coverage is limited (3–4 firms). Forward-looking statements (e.g., outlook) involve uncertainty. Verify latest filings (10-Q/10-K) for complete accuracy. Sources linked throughout.