Summary of Solstice Advanced Materials Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Solstice Advanced Materials - **Background**: Spin-out from Honeywell, focusing on advanced materials with a strong patent portfolio and unique manufacturing capabilities [1][3] Key Business Segments 1. **Refrigerants** - Transition from HFCs to HFOs is ongoing, with strong growth expected due to regulatory mandates in North America and Europe [3][4] - Projected high single-digit growth for HFOs through the early 2030s, while HFCs are expected to decline in the low single digits [10][11] - The refrigerants business is split approximately 52% stationary and 48% automotive, with a significant portion being aftermarket sales [11] 2. **Nuclear** - Unique position as the only uranium hexafluoride converter in the U.S. with a backlog of $2.2 billion sold out through 2030 [4][27] - The U.S. administration aims for a 400% increase in nuclear energy over the next 25 years, driving demand for conversion services [4] - Capacity is expected to increase from 8,000 to 10,000 with potential for further expansion [30] 3. **Electronics** - Recently announced a $200 million plant expansion for copper manganese production, essential for advanced chip manufacturing [5] - Focus on high-purity materials for leading-edge nodes, with over 40% of the business being specified products [36][37] 4. **Safety and Defense** - Growth in lightweight protective fibers for military and healthcare applications, benefiting from increased investments in safety and defense [5][6] Financial Outlook - Expected low- to mid-single-digit growth rate for the company, with mid-single-digit EBITDA increases anticipated [7][8] - Projected exit margin of approximately 25% by the end of 2025, with expectations for margin expansion due to higher-margin business growth [13][14] - The aftermarket segment is expected to contribute to higher margins as it grows [15] Competitive Landscape - Strong patent position with additional layers of patents extending into the 2030s, providing confidence against competition [12] - Comparison with Chemours indicates a specialized focus on high-growth, non-cyclical markets, with a collaborative relationship in refrigerants [16] Market Dynamics - Recent supply chain challenges related to product 454B have been stabilized, with a positive outlook for future demand [18][19] - Data centers represent a significant growth opportunity, with ongoing R&D in cooling technologies [20][21][22] Strategic Initiatives - Focus on organic growth with potential for bolt-on M&A to enhance capabilities in high-growth sectors [39][41] - Emphasis on educating investors about the unique aspects of the business, differentiating from traditional chemical companies [42] Conclusion - Solstice Advanced Materials is well-positioned for growth across its key segments, with a strong focus on innovation, regulatory compliance, and strategic partnerships. The company aims to leverage its unique capabilities to capitalize on emerging market trends and deliver value to shareholders.

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to investment recommendations, considering the entire investment ecosystem rather than evaluating companies in isolation [1]. Group 1: Analyst Background - Michael Del Monte is a buy-side equity analyst with over 5 years of experience in the investment management industry [1]. - Prior to his current role, he spent over a decade in professional services across various industries, including Oil & Gas, Oilfield Services, Midstream, Industrials, Information Technology, EPC Services, and Consumer Discretionary [1]. Group 2: Investment Philosophy - Investment recommendations are based on a comprehensive understanding of the investment ecosystem, highlighting the interconnectedness of various sectors and companies [1].

Financial Performance - Cboe's net revenue for Q2 2025 reached $587.3 million, a 14% increase year-over-year[37, 45] - Adjusted operating EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $387 million, up 19% year-over-year, with a margin of 65.8%[38, 39] - Adjusted diluted EPS for Q2 2025 was $2.46, a 14% increase year-over-year[41, 42] Segment Performance - Options net revenue increased by 19% to $364.8 million in Q2 2025, driven by higher transaction and clearing fees[14, 66] - North American Equities net revenue remained roughly flat at $98.4 million in Q2 2025[14, 67] - Europe and Asia Pacific net revenue increased by 30% to $70.4 million in Q2 2025, reflecting transaction and non-transaction revenue growth[14, 69] - Futures net revenue decreased by 14% to $30.1 million in Q2 2025, due to a decrease in ADV[14, 72] - Global FX net revenue increased by 19% to $23.6 million in Q2 2025, driven by higher transaction and clearing fees[14, 74] Data and Market Trends - Data Vantage net revenue grew 11% organically year-over-year in Q2 2025, reaching $155.1 million[47, 49] - Total options ADV was up 20%, with index options ADV up 17% and multi-listed options ADV up 22%[14, 66] - U S Equities On-Exchange matched ADV increased 43% to $1.9 billion in Q2 2025[26]