For Q4, the company reported sales of $1.67 billion, which were flat year over year (YoY) compared with the same quarter last year. Sales in its largest segment, Chlor Alkali Products and Vinyls, were down 10% YoY, which weighed on overall sales. However, profitability also fell short of expectations, with adjusted EBITDA declining 65% YoY to $67.7 million. Reported net loss for the quarter widened to $85.7 million or $0.75 per share, down from a net income of $10.7 million or $0.09 per share. The consensus ...

Company Overview - Olin Corporation is a leading vertically integrated global manufacturer and distributor of chemical products and a prominent U.S. manufacturer of ammunition [4] - The chemical products produced by the company include chlorine, caustic soda, vinyls, epoxies, chlorinated organics, bleach, hydrogen, and hydrochloric acid [4] - Winchester, a division of Olin, manufactures and distributes sporting ammunition, law enforcement ammunition, reloading components, small caliber military ammunition, industrial cartridges, and clay targets [4] Upcoming Financial Results - Olin Corporation will review its fourth quarter 2025 financial results on January 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time [1] - A press release with financial statements and segment information will be distributed after the market closes on January 29, 2026 [1] Conference Call Details - U.S. callers can access the conference call toll-free by dialing (877) 883-0383, while Canadian callers can dial (877) 885-0477, and international callers can dial (412) 902-6506 [2] - The call will also be available via a live webcast on the company's website [2] - A replay of the conference call will be available for one year on the company's website, with a telephonic replay available for 7 days starting at 12:00 p.m. Eastern time [3]

Q2 2025 Performance - Celanese's Q2 2025 adjusted EPS was $1.44[10] - Acetyl Chain (AC) adjusted EBIT was $196 million[10] - Engineered Materials (EM) adjusted EBIT was $214 million[10] - The company generated $311 million in free cash flow in Q2 2025[10] Q3 2025 Outlook - Celanese anticipates an adjusted EPS guidance of $1.10 to $1.40 for Q3 2025[13] - The company projects an adjusted EBIT for Acetyl Chain between $195 million and $215 million, and for Engineered Materials between $170 million and $190 million[13] Cost Reduction Initiatives - Celanese expects cost reduction initiatives to deliver $120 million in cost savings in 2025[16] - The company identifies future incremental cost reduction opportunities of $50 million - $100 million[16] Free Cash Flow - Celanese is on track to achieve a target of $700 million to $800 million FY2025 free cash flow generation[18] - The company's 1H 2025 free cash flow is higher year-over-year by approximately 80%[18] Acetyl Chain (AC) Business - Approximately 70% of AC revenue in the Western Hemisphere is derived from contracted business in 2024[38] - AC Operating EBITDA margin has consistently been greater than 20% for the past five years[26]

Core Insights - Olin Corporation appointed General Edward Daly as a new director on its Board effective March 5, 2025, and he will serve on the Compensation Committee [1] - General Daly has over 36 years of military experience, with his last role as the 20th Commanding General of the U.S. Army Materiel Command, overseeing a budget exceeding $50 billion [2] - Since retiring, General Daly founded Virtus 9, focusing on U.S. national security, and serves as President of Daly Consulting & Logistics, along with advisory roles in other companies [3] Company Overview - Olin Corporation is a leading vertically integrated global manufacturer and distributor of chemical products and a major U.S. manufacturer of ammunition [5] - The chemical products produced by Olin include chlorine, caustic soda, vinyls, epoxies, chlorinated organics, bleach, hydrogen, and hydrochloric acid [5] - Winchester, a subsidiary of Olin, manufactures and distributes various types of ammunition, including sporting, law enforcement, and military ammunition [5]