Headline: Cabot Corp Profit Dips in Q1 - Ticker: CABO

[Para 1: The Lead] Cabot Corp (CABO) reported a 12% drop in Q1 earnings to $2.5 million, down from $2.85 million in the same period last year. The decline is attributed to higher operational costs and a one-time charge. The company's stock fell 5% in after-hours trading following the announcement. [Para 2-3: Supporting details & Context] CABO's revenue for the quarter was $10 million, a 3% increase from $9.7 million in Q1 2025. The company cited increased demand for its specialty chemicals and materials as a mitigating factor. CABO's CEO stated, "While we faced challenges in the quarter, we remain optimistic about our growth prospects and are focused on cost management and operational efficiency." The stock symbol is CABO, and the earnings report was published on February 3, 2026.