Core Insights - TRUNNANO has launched High-Purity Chromium Oxide Powder (Cr₂O₃), which offers superior thermal stability, corrosion resistance, and catalytic performance for various applications [1][7] - The development of this product represents a significant advancement in nanotechnology, overcoming challenges related to purity and stability [3][4] Product Development - Achieving >99.9% purity with minimal particle agglomeration was a key challenge, addressed through a proprietary gas-phase synthesis process [4] - The final product maintains exceptional performance in high-temperature and corrosive environments, making it suitable for aerospace, semiconductor, and advanced coating industries [4] Technical Specifications - The High-Purity Chromium Oxide Powder has a molecular formula of Cr₂O₃ and meets stringent purity standards, with Fe₂O₃, SiO₂, and moisture levels all ≤0.2% [5] - The product's bulk density ranges from 0.6-0.8 g/cm³, with a D50 particle size of 0.5-1 µm [5][6] Company Vision - CEO Roger Luo emphasized the transformative potential of the new product, positioning it as a catalyst for next-generation industrial advancements [7] - TRUNNANO is committed to pushing the boundaries of material science, aiming to enhance the efficiency and lifespan of industrial components [7] Company Background - TRUNNANO is a high-tech enterprise based in Luoyang, China, focusing on the research, development, and production of nanomaterials and specialty chemicals [9] - The company boasts a strong R&D team with multiple PhDs and senior engineers, dedicated to providing high-quality chemical solutions [9]

Financial Performance - Koppers' Q2 2025 sales were $5048 million, a 104% decrease compared to $5632 million in Q2 2024[28] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $771 million, slightly down from $775 million in Q2 2024[31] - The company generated cash flow exceeding $50 million in Q2[6] - Koppers is aiming for mid-to-high teens margins by the end of 2027[6] Segment Performance - Railroad and Utility Products and Services (RUPS) sales decreased from $2539 million in Q2 2024 to $2504 million in Q2 2025[95] - Performance Chemicals (PC) sales decreased from $1769 million in Q2 2024 to $1508 million in Q2 2025, a 15% volume decrease primarily in the Americas[46, 95] - Carbon Materials and Chemicals (CMC) sales decreased from $1324 million in Q2 2024 to $1036 million in Q2 2025, driven by volume decreases and lower sales prices[52, 95] Strategic Initiatives - Koppers launched "Catalyst," a strategic transformation to improve profitability and shareholder value[6, 22] - The company reduced Year-To-Date Selling, General and Administrative Expense (SG&A) by 13% compared to the prior year[6] - Koppers reduced headcount for 14 consecutive months, with Full-Time Employees (FTEs) 11% lower compared to April 2024[6] - The sale of Koppers Railroad Structures is expected to close in Q3 2025, with a 5-year sales average of $36 million and a 5-year EBITDA average of $2 million[6, 21]

Earnings Report - Celanese Corporation is set to release its second-quarter earnings results on August 11, with analysts expecting earnings of $1.40 per share, a decrease from $2.38 per share in the same period last year [1] - Projected quarterly revenue for Celanese is $2.49 billion, down from $2.65 billion a year earlier [1] Dividend Information - Celanese currently offers an annual dividend yield of 0.25%, translating to a quarterly dividend of 3 cents per share, or 12 cents annually [2] - To achieve a monthly income of $500 from dividends, an investor would need to own approximately 50,000 shares, equating to a total investment of about $2,432,500 [3] - For a more conservative monthly income goal of $100, an investor would need 10,000 shares, requiring an investment of approximately $486,500 [3] Dividend Yield Dynamics - The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the current stock price, which means it fluctuates with stock price changes [4] - An increase in stock price results in a lower dividend yield, while a decrease in stock price leads to a higher dividend yield [4] - Changes in the dividend payment itself can also affect the dividend yield; an increase in dividends raises the yield, while a decrease lowers it [5] Stock Performance - Celanese shares increased by 1.7%, closing at $48.65 on Thursday [5] Analyst Ratings - Mizuho analyst John Roberts maintained a Neutral rating on Celanese and raised the price target from $50 to $59 [6]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2025, adjusted EBITDA was just under $56 million, exceeding the high end of guidance range [12] - Adjusted free cash flow was a use of $2 million compared to a use of $14 million in 2024, with guidance raised to $70 million to $80 million for the year [17][21] - Net debt leverage ratio rose to 3.5 times from 3.2 times at the end of the prior quarter, primarily due to the acquisition and share repurchases [18][19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ecoservices sales increased by 14% compared to 2024, driven by favorable pricing and the addition of the Wagaman site [5] - Eco Services sales were $176 million, up $22 million year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA for Eco Services at $49.8 million, unchanged from 2024 [14][15] - Advanced Silicas sales decreased to $24 million from $29 million in the prior year, primarily due to lower custom catalyst sales [15][16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Demand fundamentals for Eco Services remained stable, with high refinery utilization supporting regeneration services [7] - The outlook for virgin sulfuric acid demand remains positive, with expectations for stronger sales in the mining sector as expansion projects come online [7][26] - Sales in the Zeolyst joint venture were projected to be strong, with expectations for hydrocracking catalyst sales to surpass 2024 levels [9][21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company closed the acquisition of the sulfuric acid production assets of Cornerstone Chemical Company, with ongoing integration expected to yield meaningful synergies [6] - Focus on emerging technologies for growth opportunities, including advanced silicas for biocatalysis and carbon capture applications [8][26] - The company is taking an opportunistic approach to share repurchases while targeting a long-term leverage ratio of 2 to 2.5 times [19][49] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The operating environment remains challenging due to global production overcapacity and pricing pressures, but the company has demonstrated resilience [25] - Anticipated strong sales performance for hydrocracking catalysts in 2025, supported by a substantial order book [26] - The company expects stable demand fundamentals across most end uses for the remainder of the year, with some caution regarding polyethylene sales due to trade uncertainties [20][33] Other Important Information - The company repurchased 2.9 million shares of common stock for approximately $22 million during the quarter [6] - The Kansas City expansion project is expected to support growth in customer demand as expansion projects come online in 2026 and 2027 [8] - The strategic review of the Advanced Materials and Catalysts segment is ongoing, with updates expected in the near future [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Initial indications from customers regarding new EPA guidelines for renewable fuel volume - Management is encouraged by the new requirements but noted it is still early as the guidelines are draft [30][32] Question: Outlook for polyethylene sales amid trade uncertainty - Management acknowledged global polyethylene utilization rates have been impacted but still expects year-over-year sales growth [33] Question: Update on synergies from the Cornerstone acquisition - Management believes the acquisition will provide additional opportunities and integration is progressing well [37][38] Question: Sensitivity of the business to proposed RVO changes - Management indicated that increased RVO will drive utilization and lead to more frequent catalyst changeouts, translating into growth [52] Question: Visibility on nylon and mining demand - Management expects year-over-year growth in virgin sulfuric acid sales, with strong momentum in mining due to new projects [54][56] Question: Timeline for Wagaman to contribute to free cash flow - Management does not expect significant free cash flow from Wagaman this year but anticipates positive contributions in 2026 [59] Question: Order timing implications for 2026 - Management expects order timing shifts will not materially impact 2026 [64]

Perimeter Solutions (PRM) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 07, 2025 08:30 AM ET Company ParticipantsSeth Barker - Head - Investor Relations & VP - FP&AHaitham Khouri - CEO & DirectorKyle Sable - CFOJosh Spector - Executive Director - Chemicals Equity ResearchConference Call ParticipantsDaniel Kutz - VP & Equity AnalystOperatorGreetings, and welcome to the Perimeter Solutions Second Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. A question and answer session w ...

Financial Performance & Outlook - Q2 2025 revenues reached $78 million, with Thermal Barrier revenues accounting for $55.2 million, a 13% QoQ increase[9] - Energy Industrial maintained gross margins of 35%+ on revenues of $22.8 million in Q2 2025[9] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $9.7 million, reflecting ~2X QoQ growth on similar revenues[9] - The company anticipates a ~2X improvement in Adjusted EBITDA on similar revenue in H2 2025[8] - H2 2025 revenue is projected to be in the range of $140 million to $160 million, with Adjusted EBITDA between $20 million and $30 million[7,8,12] - Full year 2025 Adjusted EBITDA is projected to be $35 million to $45 million[12] Cost Management & Capital Expenditure - Fixed cost reductions are expected to drive improved financial performance in H2 2025[6] - CAPEX spend in Q2 2025 was reduced by 50% YoY due to demobilizing Plant II and EV Thermal Barrier Equipment[9] - CAPEX for H2 2025 is projected at $10 million, leading to a full year CAPEX of $25 million[12] Electric Vehicle (EV) Market - General Motors (GM) is gaining EV market share in the US[21] - GM's North American EV production forecast for 2025 is approximately 241,000 units[24] - The Equinox model is expected to represent ~24% of GM's total EV volume in 2026[26]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q2 2025 were $439.7 million, a 1% increase from $435 million a year ago [10] - Overall gross margin decreased by 1.2 percentage points to 28% [11] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $49.1 million compared to $54.1 million last year [11] - Net income for the quarter was $23.5 million, down from $31.2 million a year ago [11] - GAAP earnings per share were $0.94, including special items that decreased earnings by $0.32 per share [11] - Adjusted EPS for the quarter was $1.26 compared to $1.39 a year ago [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - **Performance Chemicals**: Revenues were $173.8 million, up 9% from $160.1 million last year; however, gross margins decreased by 5.1 percentage points to 17.5% [12] - **Fuel Specialties**: Revenues were $165.1 million, down 1% from $166.6 million; gross margins improved by 3.5 percentage points to 38.1% [13] - **Oilfield Services**: Revenues were $101 million, down 7% from $108.3 million; operating income improved sequentially but decreased 15% from $7.3 million a year ago [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company does not anticipate any resumption of Latin America activity for the remainder of the year [8] - The oilfield services segment has seen better diversification in other countries, particularly in the Middle East [35] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The immediate priority is margin improvement in Performance Chemicals and Oilfield Services, focusing on sales, cost actions, and new technology [15] - The company has significant balance sheet flexibility for further organic investment, complementary M&A, and shareholder returns through dividend growth and buybacks [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed cautious optimism about achieving sequential gross margin improvement and operating growth in the second half of the year [6] - There is a noted hesitancy in the market due to geopolitical factors, leading to a consumer shift towards lower-margin products [21] - The company expects to see a lag in pricing recovery, particularly in oleochemicals, affecting margins in Q3 [24] Other Important Information - Corporate costs for the quarter were $20.9 million, including a $2.3 million legacy environmental provision [14] - Cash from operating activities was $9.3 million before capital expenditures of $16.2 million; the company repurchased almost 90,000 shares at a cost of $8.2 million [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on Performance Chemicals business and margin trends - Management noted a shift to lower-margin products due to market hesitancy and emphasized the need for better pricing control internally [21][23] Question: Drivers of strong gross margin performance in Fuel Specialties - The strong performance was attributed to price discipline, product mix, and non-fuel applications, though some normalization is expected in Q3 [25][26] Question: Update on oilfield customer base diversification and Latin America - Management does not foresee orders from the Latin American customer in Q3, citing internal issues within the customer’s operations [33][35] Question: Capital allocation and M&A updates - The company is opportunistically buying back shares and remains focused on long-term shareholder value, with potential M&A opportunities being considered after resolving margin issues [39][43]

Q2 2025 Overall Performance - The company reported GAAP EPS of 94 cents and adjusted non-GAAP EPS of $1.26[5] - Revenue increased by 1 percent[11] - The company has $266.6 million in net cash[5, 25] - $20.8 million semi-annual dividend was paid in the quarter and $8.2 million was spent on buybacks[5, 25] Segment Performance - Performance Chemicals revenue increased by 9 percent, but operating income decreased by 33 percent[12, 14, 15] - Fuel Specialties operating income increased by 16 percent, despite a 1 percent decrease in revenue[16, 18] - Oilfield Services revenue decreased by 7 percent and operating income decreased by 15 percent[19, 21] Financial Focus - Gross margin decreased by 1.2 percentage points[11] - Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 9 percent[11] - The company's effective tax rate was 26.3 percent[22, 24]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported strong second quarter results, surpassing expectations with improved performance across all three business segments [8] - Adjusted EBITDA margin for the TSS business was 35%, reflecting the strength of the differentiated portfolio [11] - The company anticipates third quarter net sales to decrease 4% to 6% sequentially, with adjusted EBITDA expected to range between $175 million to $195 million [21] Business Segment Performance Changes - TSS business saw net sales of Opteon refrigerants grow 65% year over year, with Opteon now making up 75% of total refrigerants revenues, up from 57% in the prior year [10][12] - TT delivered sequential net sales up 10%, supported by increased volumes of 9% despite operational issues [13][14] - APM's performance reflected a sequential sales increase of 14%, driven by product sales into the data center cable market, with Advanced Materials seeing a 20% sequential sales increase [16][17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted the effects of Chinese producer capacity rationalization, which has provided opportunities in Western markets [15] - The demand for Opteon refrigerants is expected to continue growing in the second half of the year, moderated by typical seasonality [11] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company is focused on executing its Pathway to Thrive strategy, with significant progress in resolving legacy litigation and improving operational excellence [23] - The company aims to be the lowest cost manufacturer and is focused on gaining share in fair trade markets [66] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged operational challenges but expressed confidence in the team's ability to address these issues and drive long-term improvements [39] - The company expects to deliver adjusted EBITDA of $775 million to $825 million for the full year 2025, with capital expenditures anticipated to approximate $250 million [21][22] Other Important Information - A settlement with New Jersey was reached, resolving all environmental claims related to PFAS, with a net present value of approximately $250 million [7] - The company has established a new agreement with DuPont and Corteva to acquire rights to insurance proceeds, providing approximately $150 million to fund the New Jersey settlement [7] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for the full year and seasonal patterns - Management indicated that while there will be a seasonal decline, strength in TSS and continued execution across businesses will help offset typical seasonal patterns [32] Question: Drivers of TSS performance - Management highlighted that the strong performance was driven by the transition to Opteon and some potential hoarding due to shortages, but confidence remains for continued growth [35] Question: Vulnerability of TT operations - Management reassured that cost-cutting efforts have not impacted operational reliability and emphasized a clear plan to address operational issues [39] Question: APM outage impact - The outage at Washington Works is expected to have a one-time impact of approximately $20 million, with management confident in the business's overall performance [41] Question: Insurance proceeds and liquidity - The $150 million insurance proceeds relate to past claims and will be realized over the next five years to offset payments under the New Jersey settlement [44] Question: Long-term sales growth expectations - Management anticipates greater than 5% sales growth starting in 2026, driven primarily by TSS [48] Question: Competitive dynamics in TiO2 - The company is focused on being the lowest cost manufacturer and gaining share in fair trade markets, with significant capacity taken out of the market [66][75]

Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Presentation August 6, 2025 Safe Harbor Statement and Other Matters This presentation contains forward-looking statements, within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements provide current expectations of future events based on certain assumptions and include any statement that does not directly relate to a historical or current fact. The words ...