Vallourec Third Quarter 2025 Results

Core Insights - Vallourec reported solid results for Q3 2025, with Group EBITDA margin reaching its highest level since Q1 2024, marking three consecutive years of around 20% EBITDA margin and positive cash generation [4][6][9] Financial Performance - Q3 2025 Group EBITDA was €210 million, a 12% increase sequentially, aligning with the midpoint of guidance [6] - EBITDA margin was strong at 23%, the highest since Q1 2024 [6] - Tubes EBITDA per tonne increased by over 25% sequentially to €621 [6] - Adjusted free cash flow was €69 million, with total cash generation of €67 million, and net debt reduced to €140 million [6] Market Dynamics - Robust demand in the US market, with stable customer drilling activity and improved market share, while imports are expected to slow due to higher steel tariffs [5][6] - A new Long-Term Agreement with Petrobras in Brazil is expected to expand market share and could generate up to $1 billion in revenue over four years [7] Strategic Initiatives - The company has made significant progress in crisis-proofing its business and achieving best-in-class profitability since the New Vallourec plan was announced in May 2022 [9] - The focus remains on improving return on invested capital and returning capital to shareholders, with proposed modifications to warrant terms for flexibility in shareholder returns [10] Future Outlook - Q4 2025 Group EBITDA is expected to range between €195 million and €225 million, with full-year EBITDA projected between €799 million and €829 million [4][6] - Production sold in Mine & Forest is expected to be around 1.4 million tonnes [6]