Minerals Technologies Reports Q2 Earnings: Strong Performance Amid Segment Challenges
Minerals Technologies (NYSE:MTX) reported solid second-quarter results in fiscal year 2026, with sales rising to $548 million—a 4% increase from the prior year. Operating income reached $75 million and earnings per share rose by 3% to $1.60. The company highlighted strong performance across its Engineered Solutions segment, which saw record profitability driven by growth in steel markets, Asian foundry demand, and infrastructure projects. However, the Consumer & Specialties division faced headwinds from rising freight, energy, and mining costs, with pricing expected to lag behind these expenses. The company also disclosed a $290 million charge related to talc bankruptcy cases and potential funding of about $450 million for a proposed trust. Despite this, Minerals Technologies maintained its full-year sales growth outlook in the mid-single-digit range. Cash flow improved significantly year-to-date with operating cash flow reaching $95 million and net leverage declining to 1.6 times EBITDA.
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