Alcoa Shares Tumble After Cyclone Cuts Into Alumina Output

Alcoa cut its production forecast for alumina after operational problems at an Australian refinery weighed on output. While higher aluminum prices supported revenue during the quarter, the updated outlook signals near-term production risk that could pressure margins and earnings expectations.

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Alcoa cut its production forecast for alumina after operational problems at an Australian refinery weighed on output. While higher aluminum prices supported revenue during the quarter, the updated outlook signals near-term production risk that could pressure margins and earnings expectations.