Core Insights - Garrett Motion Inc. achieved strong operational performance in 2025, with net sales of $3.58 billion and adjusted EBIT of $510 million, reflecting a 14.2% margin [1][4][11] - The company repaid $50 million of its term loan, repurchased $208 million in common stock, and paid $52 million in dividends, demonstrating a disciplined capital allocation strategy [1][9][10] - The outlook for 2026 anticipates net sales of $3.7 billion, adjusted EBIT of $545 million (14.7% margin), and continued focus on zero-emission technologies and industrial cooling [11][12] Financial Performance - Q4 2025 net sales were $891 million, with adjusted EBIT of $122 million and a margin of 13.7% [5][6] - Full-year adjusted free cash flow was $403 million, with a conversion rate of nearly 80% [8][9] - The company experienced a 6% increase in Q4 net sales compared to the previous year, driven by gasoline demand and a recovery in commercial vehicles [6][7] Business Segments - Garrett Motion secured numerous awards in light vehicle turbo applications, increasing its share of demand in gasoline and diesel markets [1][3] - The company is expanding into zero-emission technologies, including a strategic collaboration with Trane Technologies for oil-free high-speed centrifugal compressors [1][2][3] - Industrial cooling is projected to become a significant growth vector, expected to account for over 5% of revenue by the end of the decade [2][3] Market Trends - The global light vehicle industry is expected to decline by 2%, while commercial vehicle markets are anticipated to recover by 1.5% [11] - The company is positioned to gain market share through its technology-driven approach, particularly in hybrid and electric vehicle applications [31][32] - Garrett Motion's differentiated technologies are central to efficiency and emissions reduction, appealing to customers in both automotive and industrial sectors [1][3][31] Strategic Initiatives - The company aims to leverage its capabilities to develop high-speed, efficient technologies that meet customer needs and generate robust returns for shareholders [13][14] - A $250 million share repurchase program has been authorized for 2026, with a target to distribute approximately 75% of adjusted free cash flow to shareholders [10][11] - The partnership with Trane is expected to provide significant opportunities, with the potential for additional revenue streams beyond the initial collaboration [37][39]