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Sensient Technologies Corporation This document contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Federal securities laws including under "2025 Financial Outlook", "Long-Term Outlook", and "Consolidated Full Year 2025 Outlook" in this presentation. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors concerning the Company's operations and business environment. Important factors ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 4% local currency revenue growth, 10% local currency adjusted EBITDA growth, and 11% local currency adjusted EPS growth for Q1 2025 compared to the previous year [9][21] - Revenue for Q1 2025 was $392.3 million, up from $384.7 million in Q1 2024, with operating income increasing to $53.5 million from $49.4 million [36] - Adjusted operating income for Q1 2025 was $56.4 million, a 10.3% increase in local currency from $52.2 million in the prior year [36] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Color Group achieved 8.2% local currency revenue growth and 13.5% local currency operating profit growth, with an adjusted EBITDA margin improvement to 24.4% from 23.2% [15][16] - The Flavors & Extracts Group reported 1.7% local currency revenue growth and 6.2% local currency operating profit growth, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 16.9%, up 70 basis points [17][18] - The Asia Pacific Group delivered 4.8% local currency revenue growth and 7% local currency operating profit growth, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 23.9% [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. food market is experiencing flat volume growth, with Europe showing slightly better performance at around 50 basis points growth [98][99] - Asia continues to see positive customer volume growth, particularly in the personal care sector [100] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on the conversion from synthetic to natural colors, which is seen as a significant revenue opportunity, with an estimated $110 million in synthetic colors revenue at stake [10][27] - Capital expenditures are expected to increase to between $80 million and $90 million for 2025 to support growth in natural color capabilities [23][109] - The company is committed to optimizing its cost structure and supply chain to minimize disruptions and capitalize on market trends [14][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the growth opportunities in 2025, driven by strong sales execution and customer service [9][34] - The impact of tariffs is anticipated to be around $10 million annually, which the company plans to address through pricing strategies [11][80] - The company maintains its guidance for mid-single-digit revenue growth and high single-digit to double-digit adjusted EPS growth for the year [21][41] Other Important Information - The portfolio optimization plan is on track to be completed by the end of the year, with expected annual cost savings of approximately $8 million to $10 million [15] - The company is investing in natural color innovations, including new products like Marine Blue Capri and Sienna Fortis, to meet market demands [30][32] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you elaborate on the growth opportunity related to natural colors and your competitive advantages? - Management highlighted the significant revenue opportunity from converting synthetic colors to natural colors, estimating a conversion factor of about 10:1 [51][52] - The company differentiates itself through its ability to formulate natural colors across various applications and manage complex supply chains [56][60] Question: How do you plan to address the $10 million tariff impact? - The company plans to mitigate the tariff impact through pricing adjustments, with approximately two-thirds of the impact affecting the Color segment [80][84] Question: What are the volume trends across key geographies? - The U.S. market is flat, while Europe shows slight growth, and Asia continues to experience positive volume growth, particularly in personal care [98][100] Question: What will the increased capital expenditures focus on? - Capital expenditures will primarily focus on increasing capacity and optimizing the supply chain, with most investments directed towards U.S. operations [106][109]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company ended Q1 2025 with record assets under management (AUM) of $840 billion, driven by record money market assets of $637 billion [6][20] - Total revenue for Q1 decreased slightly from the prior quarter, with higher revenue from money market assets offset by lower revenue from equity assets [25] - Q1 operating expenses decreased by $22.5 million from the prior quarter, mainly due to lower FX-related expenses [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Equity assets increased by $1.5 billion from year-end, primarily due to net sales of $1.4 billion [6] - Fixed income assets increased by about $1.4 billion in Q1, mainly due to higher market valuations, partially offset by net redemptions [11] - Alternative private markets saw an increase of $562 million in Q1, driven by FX rates and net sales of about $61 million [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company’s money market mutual fund market share was approximately 7.10% at the end of Q1, down slightly from 7.22% at the end of 2024 [23] - Managed assets were approximately $828 billion, including $629 billion in money markets, $78.5 billion in equities, and $98 billion in fixed income [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on developing its private markets business for growth, including the acquisition of a majority interest in a U.K. renewable energy company [17] - The company plans to continue adding active ETFs, with a goal of launching a handful each year [91] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the first quarter is typically the worst quarter of the year for the industry, but this year saw positive flows [37] - There are expectations for higher interest rates for a longer period, which is anticipated to continue driving positive flows into money market products [52] Other Important Information - The company declared a $0.34 per share dividend, an increase of nearly 10% from the prior quarter [29] - The company purchased over 3 million shares for about $120 million during Q1 [30] Q&A Session Summary Question: Comments on money market market-share - Management clarified that the company had $3 billion of increased money market fund AUM, indicating positive inflows despite competitive pressures [32][36] Question: Update on fixed-income outflows - Management attributed elevated fixed-income outflows primarily to the Total Return Bond Fund and High Yield, with performance improving [42][44] Question: Flows since tax date - Management reported an increase of about $5 billion in assets since the tax date, indicating positive flows from both retail and institutional sides [55] Question: Capacity issues with MDT - Management confirmed there are no capacity issues with MDT despite significant organic growth [96]

April 25, 2025 Overview 1Q 2025 First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release 1 Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements other than statements of historical fact are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements. Words such as "anticipates," "expects," "estimates," "intends," "goals," "targets," "projects," "plans, ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record revenue of $2.5 billion, record adjusted earnings of $770 million or $1.53 per share, and record adjusted EBITDA of $1.6 billion [18] - Gold production was approximately 874,000 ounces, with cash costs of $903 per ounce, which were similar to the previous year's first quarter [18][19] - The company returned $0.25 billion to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Detour mine achieved a new tonnage record, while Meliadine and Macassa also reported strong operational performance [29][44] - Hope Bay is projected to add 400,000 ounces per year in the 2030s, with significant progress made in project preparations [34] - The Malartic project aims to reach a production target of one million ounces per year, with ongoing construction and exploration efforts [37][41] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gold prices have increased by over $1,000 an ounce, benefiting the company's financial performance [7] - The company maintained its cost guidance for the year, expecting cash costs to be within the range of $915 to $965 per ounce [20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on building a long-term, sustainable business, with significant investments in exploration and growth projects [12] - The strategy includes maintaining a strong balance sheet, increasing returns to shareholders, and investing in high-return internal growth projects [26][27] - The company emphasizes operational risk management and maintaining a disciplined approach to capital allocation [64] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to deliver strong performance for the rest of the year, supported by solid production and cost control [6][10] - The management highlighted the importance of sustainability and community engagement in their operations [12][17] - Future growth is expected to come from ongoing projects and exploration results, with a focus on regions with geological potential and political stability [66] Other Important Information - The company has largely eliminated its net debt, ending the quarter with close to zero net debt, significantly improving its financial flexibility [22] - Moody's revised the company's rating outlook from stable to positive, reflecting its improving credit profile [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: How might the medium-term mine planning and shaft positioning be impacted by Eclipse? - Management indicated that Eclipse will be more relevant in the mid-long term and could assist in the second shaft development [72] Question: What is the drilling plan for Marban? - The drilling is focused on the Eastern Extension, with an update on reserves expected by the end of the year [75] Question: What is the timeline for the second shaft at Malartic? - The second shaft is expected to be in production in the early 2030s [84] Question: How does the company view the potential for buying back royalties? - Management is open to evaluating opportunities to buy back royalties if it makes sense for shareholders [122] Question: What is the company's stance on moving into base metals? - The company remains gold-centric but is open to opportunities in base metals if they present a competitive advantage [130]

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