MINERALS TECHNOLOGIES INC
For the period ended Sep 28, 2025. Filed Oct 24, 2025.
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Sep 28, 2025 · Filed Oct 24, 2025
What changed in Management’s Discussion and Analysis?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-Q
Period ended 2025-06-29; filed 2025-07-25.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsCurrent report: 10-Q
Period ended 2025-09-28; filed 2025-10-24.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
Compared 102 previous paragraphs and 122 current paragraphs.
57 unchanged; 36 reworded; 27 added; 8 removed; 1 previous and 2 current paragraphs rearranged.
Tables are not compared: 28 previous and 8 current tables excluded. Dates, whitespace, punctuation and numbering changes are ignored; changes to financial figures remain significant.
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Added paragraphs (27)
Current report
Our consolidated sales for the third quarter of 2025 were $532.4 million, an increase of 1% as compared with $524.7 million in the prior year. Income from operations was $70.9 million, as compared with income of $76.6 million in the prior year. Included in income from operations for the third quarter of 2025 and 2024 was $7.5 million and $2.6 million, respectively of litigation expenses incurred in connection with the bankruptcy of BMI Oldco Inc. (f/k/a Barretts Minerals Inc.) ("Oldco") and lawsuits related to talc products sold by Oldco.
Current report
Increase our presence and market share in global pet litter products, including in emerging markets.
Current report
Deploy new products in pet care such as lightweight litter.
Current report
Increase our sales of calcium carbonate products by further penetration into filling and coating applications in the paper and packaging markets.
Current report
Promote the Company’s expertise in crystal engineering by developing crystal morphologies that help our customers achieve functional benefits.
Current report
Deploy new calcium carbonate products in paint, coating and packaging applications.
Current report
Continue developing products and processes for waste management and recycling opportunities to reduce the environmental impact for our customers by reducing energy consumption and improving the sustainability of their products.
Current report
Continue to develop innovative applications for our bleaching earth products for edible oil and renewable fuel industries.
Current report
Develop new mineral-based solutions for personal care applications.
Current report
Increase our presence and market share globally for retinol delivery technology for personal care applications.
Current report
Expand our bentonite product solutions for animal health applications.
Current report
Increase our presence and market share in fabric care, including in emerging markets.
Current report
Increase our presence and gain penetration of our bentonite-based foundry solutions in emerging markets.
Current report
Deploy value-added formulations of refractory materials that not only reduce costs but improve performance.
Current report
Deploy our laser measurement technologies into new applications.
Current report
Expand our refractory maintenance model to other steel makers globally.
Current report
Continue the development and market penetration of our FLUORO-SORB® products which address PFAS contamination in soil, groundwater, drinking water sources, landfill leachate and wastewater treatment facilities.
Current report
Pursue opportunities for the expanded use of our products in environmental, building and construction, infrastructure, and oil and gas drilling and water treatment globally.
Current report
Increase our presence and market share for geosynthetic clay liners globally.
Current report
Further operational excellence principles into all aspects of the organization, including system infrastructure and lean principles.
Current report
Continue to explore selective acquisitions to fit our competencies in minerals and our core technologies.
Current report
Worldwide net sales increased 1% to $532.4 million in the third quarter from $524.7 million in the prior year.
Current report
The Company recorded income from operations of $70.9 million and $76.6 million during the three-month periods ending September 28, 2025 and September 29, 2024, respectively. Income from operations includes litigation expenses in connection with Oldco’s bankruptcy filing and lawsuits related to talc products sold by Oldco of $7.5 million and $2.6 million during the three-month periods ended September 28, 2025 and September 29, 2024, respectively.
Current report
Provision for taxes on income was $13.5 million, as compared with $13.7 million in the prior year. The effective tax rate was 23.9%, as compared with 23.0% in the prior year.
Current report
Income from operations was $44.8 million and 17.6% of sales, as compared with $38.8 million and 15.9% of sales in the prior year.
Current report
Nine-month period ended September 28, 2025 as compared with nine-month period ended September 29, 2024
Current report
During thenine-month periods ended September 28, 2025 and September 29, 2024, the Company also recorded litigation expenses of $14.5 million and $8.9 million, respectively, in connection with Oldco’s bankruptcy filing and lawsuits related to talc products sold by Oldco.
Removed paragraphs (8)
Previous report
Our consolidated sales for the second quarter of 2025 were $528.9 million, a decrease of 2% as compared with $541.2 million in the prior year. Income from operations was $74.6 million, as compared with income of $50.6 million in the prior year. In the second quarter of 2025, the Company recorded a $5.8 million charge for the write-down of assets and other charges relating to the consolidation of two facilities in the U.S. and a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China. In the second quarter of 2024, the Company recorded a provision for credit losses of $30 million in connection with the Debtor-in-Possession Credit Agreement (the "DIP Credit Agreement") with BMI Oldco Inc. (f/k/a Barretts Minerals Inc.) ("Oldco"). Additionally, included in income from operations for both the second quarter of 2025 and 2024 was $4.2 million of litigation expenses incurred in connection with the bankruptcy of Oldco.
Previous report
Worldwide net sales decreased 2% to $528.9 million in the second quarter from $541.2 million in the prior year.
Previous report
The Company recorded a $5.8 million charge in restructuring and other items primarily for the write-down of assets and other charges relating to the consolidation of two facilities and a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China during the three-month period ending June 29, 2025.
Previous report
During the three-month period ending June 30, 2024, the Company recorded a $30 million provision for credit losses in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement. In addition, the Company recorded litigation expensesin connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing of $4.2 million during both three-month periods ended June 29, 2025 and June 30, 2024.
Previous report
The Company recorded income from operations of $74.6 million and $50.6 million during the three-month periods ending June 29, 2025 and June 30, 2024, respectively. The Company recorded $5.8 million in restructuring and other charges relating to the consolidation of two facilities and a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China during the three-month period ending June 29, 2025. Income from operations during the three-months period ended June 30, 2024 included a $30 million provision for credit losses in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement. In addition, income from operations includes litigation expenses in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing of $4.2 million during both three-month periods ended June 29, 2025 and June 30, 2024.
Previous report
Provision for taxes on income was $13.9 million, as compared with $15.6 million in the prior year. The effective tax rate was 23.5%, as compared with 45.1% in the prior year. The rate was lower primarily due to the provision in the prior period for expected credit loss in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement entered into in 2024 with Oldco. Such credit loss is not currently deductible as the DIP Credit Agreement is being treated as an equity contribution for tax purposes. The current expected credit loss may become fully deductible in a future period. The timing of such deductibility is dependent on developments in the bankruptcy proceedings.
Previous report
Income from operations was $46.8 million and 18.6% of sales as compared with $44.7 million and 17.4% of sales in the prior year. Included in income from operations for the three-month period ended June 29, 2025 were $2.5 million of restructuring and other items, which was offset by a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
Previous report
Six-month period ended June 29, 2025 as compared with six-month period ended June 30, 2024
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Previous wording
Net income in the second quarter of 2025 was $45.4 million, as compared to income of $19.7 million in the second quarter of 2024. Diluted earnings in the second quarter of 2025 was $1.44 per share, as compared with earnings of $0.61 per share in the second quarter of 2024.
Current wording
Net income in the third quarter of 2025 was $43.0 million, as compared to income of $46.7 million in the third quarter of 2024. Diluted earnings in the third quarter of 2025 was $1.37 per share, as compared with earnings of $1.45 per share in the third quarter of 2024.
Previous wording
Our balance sheet continues to be strong. The Company repurchased $19 million in shares in the second quarter of 2025 under our $200 million buyback program. Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments were $319.9 million as of June 29, 2025 and the Company had more than $650 million of available liquidity, including cash on hand as well as availability under its revolving credit facility. We believe that these factors will allow us to meet our anticipated funding requirements.
Current wording
Our balance sheet continues to be strong. The Company repurchased $17 million in shares in the third quarter of 2025 under our $200 million buyback program. Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments were $328.3 million as of September 28, 2025 and the Company had more than $700 million of available liquidity, including cash on hand as well as availability under its revolving credit facility. We believe that these factors will allow us to meet our anticipated funding requirements.
Previous wording
Net sales in the United States increased slightly to $281.9 million in the second quarter of 2025 from $281.3 million in the second quarter of 2024. International sales decreased to $247.0 million from $259.9 million in the prior year.
Current wording
Net sales in the United States increased to $273.3 million in the third quarter of 2025 from $268.3 million in the third quarter of 2024. International sales increased to $259.1 million from $256.4 million in the prior year.
Previous wording
Cost of goods sold was $392.0 million and represented 74.1% of sales for the three-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared with $397.3 million and 73.4% of sales in the prior year. Production margin decreased from 26.6% of sales in the prior year to 25.9% of sales in the second quarter of 2025.
Current wording
Cost of goods sold was $395.4 million and represented 74.3% of sales for the three-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared with $389.5 million and 74.2% of sales in the prior year. Production margin decreased from 25.8% of sales in the prior year to 25.7% of sales in the third quarter of 2025.
Previous wording
Marketing and administrative costs were $52.2 million and 9.9% of sales for the three-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared to $53.3 million and 9.8% of sales in the prior year.
Current wording
Marketing and administrative costs were $53.0 million and 10.0% of sales for the three-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared to $50.1 million and 9.5% of sales in the prior year.
Previous wording
Research and development expenses were $5.7 million and represented 1.1% of sales for the three-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared with $5.8 million and 1.1% of sales in the prior year.
Current wording
Research and development expenses were $5.6 million and represented 1.1% of sales for the three-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared with $5.9 million and 1.1% of sales in the prior year.
Previous wording
In addition, during the six-month periods ended June 29, 2025 and June 30, 2024, the Company recorded litigation expenses of $7.0 million and $6.3 million, respectively, in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing.
Current wording
The Company recorded litigation expenses in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing of $7.5 million and $2.6 million during the three-month periods ending September 28, 2025 and September 29, 2024, respectively.
Previous wording
In the second quarter of 2025, non-operating deductions were $15.5 million, as compared with $16.0 million in the prior year. Included in other non-operating deductions in the second quarter of 2025 was net interest expense of $13.6 million, as compared to $14.9 million in the second quarter of the prior year.
Current wording
In the third quarter of 2025, non-operating deductions were $14.3 million, as compared with $17.1 million in the prior year. Included in other non-operating deductions in the third quarter of 2025 was net interest expense of $13.8 million, as compared to $14.0 million in the third quarter of the prior year.
Previous wording
Net income attributable to MTI shareholders was $45.4 million for the three-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared with $19.7 million in the prior year.
Current wording
Net income attributable to MTI shareholders was $43.0 million for the three-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared with $46.7 million in the prior year.
Previous wording
Net sales in the Consumer & Specialties segment was $277.7 million for the three-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared with $284.3 million in the prior year. Household & Personal Care sales increased slightly to $127.4 million, as compared with $126.8 million in the prior year. Sales in Specialty Additives decreased 5% to $150.3 million as compared with prior year driven by weaker paper demand in North America and Europe.
Current wording
Net sales in the Consumer & Specialties segment was $277.4 million for the three-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared with $280.3 million in the prior year. Household & Personal Care sales decreased 1% to $129.8 million, as compared with $130.9 million in the prior year. Sales in Specialty Additives decreased 1% to $147.6 million as compared with prior year.
Previous wording
Income from operations was $34.0 million, as compared to $43.9 million in the prior year due to higher operating costs primarily through unfavorable volume leverage and product mix. Included in income from operations for the three-month period ended June 29, 2025 were $3.3 million of restructuring and other items.
Current wording
Income from operations was $37.4 million, as compared to $41.7 million in the prior year due to higher operating costs primarily through unfavorable volume leverage and product mix.
Previous wording
Worldwide net sales in the Engineered Solutions segment decreased to $474.7 million from $494.5 million in the prior year. High-Temperature Technologies' sales decreased 4% to $347.8 million as compared to $362.0 million in the prior year. Environmental & Infrastructure sales decreased 4% to $126.9 million from $132.5 million in the prior yearas continued stability in environmental and construction projects were offset by lower sales in offshore water filtration and services.
Current wording
Net sales in the Engineered Solutions segment increased 4% to $255.0 million from $244.4 million in the prior year. High-Temperature Technologies sales increased 2% to $178.9 million, as compared with $174.8 million in the prior year. Strong volume growth in Asia foundry and refractory equipment sales were partially offset by lower volumes in North America foundry business. Environmental & Infrastructure sales increased 9% to $76.1 million, as compared with $69.6 million in the prior year driven by an increase in offshore water filtration and services, as well as infrastructure drilling products.
Previous wording
Total net sales decreased 5% from the previous year to $1,020.7 million. Net sales in the United States decreased 2% to $544.3 million from $556.4 million in the prior year. International sales decreased by 8% to $476.4 million from $519.3 million in the prior year.
Current wording
Total net sales decreased 3% from the previous year to $1,553.1 million. Net sales in the United States decreased 1% to $817.6 million from $824.7 million in the prior year. International sales decreased by 5% to $735.5 million from $775.7 million in the prior year.
Previous wording
Cost of goods sold decreased 4% from the prior year and was 74.9% of sales, as compared with 74.0% in the prior year. Gross margin decreased to 25.1% of sales as compared with 26.0% of sales in the prior year.
Current wording
Cost of goods sold decreased 2% from the prior year and was 74.7% of sales, as compared with 74.1% in the prior year. Gross margin decreased to 25.3% of sales as compared with 25.9% of sales in the prior year.
Previous wording
Marketing and administrative costs were $102.8 million and 10.1% of sales for the six-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared to $106.3 million and 9.9% of sales in the prior year.
Current wording
Marketing and administrative costs were $155.8 million and 10.0% of sales for the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared to $156.4 million and 9.8% of sales in the prior year.
Previous wording
Research and development expenses were $11.5 million and represented 1.1% of sales for the six-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared with $11.4 million and 1.1% of sales in the prior year.
Current wording
Research and development expenses were $17.1 million and represented 1.1% of sales for the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared with $17.3 million and 1.1% of sales in the prior year.
Previous wording
During the six-month period ended June 29, 2025, the Company recorded a provision for litigation reserve and credit losses of $215 million to establish a reserve for estimated costs to fund a trust to resolve all current and future talc-related claims, as well as fund the bankruptcy of Oldco and BVT, and related litigation costs. Included in this provision is $30 million of additional debtor-in-possession financing by Minerals Technologies Investments LLC to the debtors. In addition, the Company recorded a $11.3 million restructuring and other items charge for the write-down of assets and severance and other costs, offset by a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
Current wording
During the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025, the Company recorded a provision for litigation reserve and credit losses of $215.0 million to establish a reserve for estimated costs to fund a trust to resolve all current and future talc-related claims, as well as fund the bankruptcy of Oldco and Barretts Ventures Texas LLC ("BVT"), and related litigation costs. Included in this provision is $30 million of additional debtor-in-possession financing to the debtors.
Previous wording
The Company recorded a loss from operations of $85.5 million for the six-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared to income of $125.8 million in the prior year. Loss from operations for the six months ended June 29, 2025 includes a provision for litigation reserve and credit losses of $215.0 million and a $11.3 million restructuring and other items charge for the write-down of assets and severance and other costs, offset by a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China during the six-month period ended June 29, 2025. Income from operations for the six months ended June 30, 2024 includes a $30 million charge related to a provision for credit losses in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement.
Current wording
The Company recorded a loss from operations of $14.6 million for the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared to income of $202.4 million in the prior year. Loss from operations for the nine-months ended September 28, 2025 includes a provision for litigation reserve and credit losses of $215.0 million and a $11.3 million restructuring and other items charge for the write-down of assets and severance and other costs, offset by a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China. Income from operations for the nine-months ended September 29, 2024 includes a $30 million charge related to a provision for credit losses in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement.
Previous wording
In addition, operating income during the six-month periods ended June 29, 2025 and June 30, 2024 includes $7.0 million and $6.3 million, respectively, of litigation expenses in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing.
Current wording
In addition, operating income (loss) during the nine-month periods ended September 28, 2025 and September 29, 2024 includes $14.5 million and $8.9 million, respectively, of litigation expenses in connection with Oldco’s bankruptcy filing and lawsuits related to talc products sold by Oldco.
Previous wording
The Company recorded non-operating deductions of $31.7 million for the six-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared with $31.1 million in the prior year. Included in non-operating deductions for the six-month period ended June 29, 2025 is $27.8 million of net interest expense. Included in non-operating deductions for the six-month period ended June 30, 2024 was $29.8 million of net interest expense.
Current wording
The Company recorded non-operating deductions of $46.0 million for the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared with $48.2 million in the prior year. Included in non-operating deductions for the nine-month periods ended September 28, 2025 and September 29, 2024 is $41.6 million and $43.8 million, respectively, of net interest expense.
Previous wording
Provision (benefit) for taxes was $(18.2) million, as compared to $29.5 million in the prior year. The effective tax rate was 15.5%, as compared to 31.2% in the prior year. The rate was lower primarily due to the provision for litigation reserve and credit losses recorded in the first quarter of 2025.
Current wording
Provision (benefit) for taxes was $(4.7) million, as compared to $43.2 million in the prior year. The effective tax rate was 7.8%, as compared to 28.0% in the prior year. The rate was lower primarily due to the provision for litigation reserve and credit losses recorded in the first quarter of 2025.
Previous wording
Consolidated Net Income (Loss) Attributable to MTI Shareholders
Current wording
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to MTI Shareholders
Previous wording
Consolidated net loss was $98.6 million during the six-month period ended June 29, 2025, as compared with net income of $66.4 million in the prior year.
Current wording
Consolidated net loss was $55.6 million during the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025, as compared with net income of $113.1 million in the prior year.
Previous wording
Net sales in the Consumer & Specialties segment decreased 6% to $546.0 million from $581.2 million in the prior year. Household & Personal Care sales decreased 6% to $250.5 million as compared to $265.2 million in the prior year driven by customer inventory destocking and inconsistent ordering patterns. Sales in Specialty Additives decreased 6% to $295.5 million as compared to $316.0 million in the prior year driven by weaker paper demand in North America and Europe.
Current wording
Net sales in the Consumer & Specialties segment decreased 4% to $823.4 million from $861.5 million in the prior year. Household & Personal Care sales decreased 4% to $380.3 million as compared to $396.1 million in the prior year driven by customer inventory destocking and inconsistent ordering patterns at the beginning of the year. Sales in Specialty Additives decreased 5% to $443.1 million as compared to $465.4 million in the prior year driven by weaker paper demand in North America and Europe.
Previous wording
Income from operations was $61.5 million and 11.3% of sales as compared to $85.9 million and 14.8% of sales in the prior year. Included in income from operations for the six-month period ended June 29, 2025 are $5.8 million of restructuring and other items.
Current wording
Income from operations was $98.9 million and 12.0% of sales as compared to $127.6 million and 14.8% of sales in the prior year. Included in income from operations for the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025 are $5.8 million of restructuring and other items.
Previous wording
Net sales in the Engineered Solutions segment decreased 2% to $251.2 million from $256.9 million in the prior year. High-Temperature Technologies sales decreased 3% to $178.4 million, as compared with $184.7 million in the prior year driven by weaker demand in Europe. Environmental & Infrastructure sales increased 1% to $72.8 million, as compared with $72.2 million in the prior year.
Current wording
Net sales in the Engineered Solutions segment decreased to $729.7 million from $738.9 million in the prior year. High-Temperature Technologies’ sales decreased 2% to $526.7 million as compared to $536.8 million in the prior year. Environmental & Infrastructure sales increased slightly to $203.0 million from $202.1 million in the prior year.
Previous wording
Income from operations was $80.4 million and 16.9% of net sales as compared to $83.2 million and 16.8% of sales in the prior year. Included in income from operations for the six-month period ended June 29, 2025 are $3.3 million of restructuring and other items, offset by a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
Current wording
Income from operations was $125.2 million and 17.2% of net sales as compared to $122.0 million and 16.5% of sales in the prior year. Included in income from operations for the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025 are $3.3 million of restructuring and other items, offset by a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
Previous wording
Cash flow provided by operations during the six-month period ended June 29, 2025, was approximately $58.5 million. Cash flows from operations during the first six months of 2025 were principally used to fund capital expenditures, repurchase shares, and to pay the Company’s dividend to common shareholders. The aggregate maturities of long-term debt are as follows: remainder of 2025 - $5.1 million; 2026 - $6.4 million; 2027 - $6.0 million; 2028 - $405.8 million; 2029 - $5.7 million; thereafter - $546.3 million.
Current wording
Cash flow provided by operations during the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025, was approximately $129.4 million. Cash flows from operations during the first nine months of 2025 were principally used to fund capital expenditures, repurchase shares, and to pay the Company’s dividend to common shareholders. The aggregate maturities of long-term debt are as follows: remainder of 2025 - $3.4 million; 2026 - $6.4 million; 2027 - $6.0 million; 2028 - $405.8 million; 2029 - $5.7 million; thereafter - $546.3 million.
Previous wording
As of June 29, 2025, there were $17.0 million in loans and $9.2 million in letters of credit outstanding under the Revolving Facility.
Current wording
As of September 28, 2025, there were $13.0 million in loans and $9.3 million in letters of credit outstanding under the Revolving Facility.
Previous wording
The Company has a committed loan facility in Japan. As of June 29, 2025, $0.8 million was outstanding under this loan facility. Principal will be repaid in accordance with the payment schedule ending in 2026. The Company repaid $0.1 on this loan during the first six months of 2025.
Current wording
The Company has a committed loan facility in Japan. As of September 28, 2025, $0.7 million was outstanding under this loan facility. Principal will be repaid in accordance with the payment schedule ending in 2026. The Company repaid $0.2 million on this loan during the first nine months of 2025.
Previous wording
As part of the Concept Pet acquisition, the Company assumed $1.9 million in long-term debt, recorded at fair value, consisting of two terms loans, one that matures in 2025 and one that matures in 2027. Both loans have annual payments and carry a variable interest rate. The Company did not make repayments on these loans during the first six months of 2025.
Current wording
As part of the Concept Pet acquisition, the Company assumed $1.9 million in long-term debt, recorded at fair value, consisting of two terms loans, one that matures in 2025 and one that matures in 2027. Both loans have annual payments and carry a variable interest rate. The Company repaid $0.1 million on these loans during the first nine months of 2025.
Previous wording
As of June 29, 2025, the Company had $13.3 million in uncommitted short-term bank credit lines, of which $0.7 million were in use. The credit lines are primarily outside the U.S. and are generally one year in term at competitive market rates at large, well-established institutions. The Company typically uses its available credit lines to fund working capital requirements or local capital spending needs.
Current wording
As of September 28, 2025, the Company had $15.2 million in uncommitted short-term bank credit lines, of which $0.4 million were in use. The credit lines are primarily outside the U.S. and are generally one year in term at competitive market rates at large, well-established institutions. The Company typically uses its available credit lines to fund working capital requirements or local capital spending needs.
Previous wording
In the second quarter of 2023, the Company entered into a new floating to fixed interest rate swap for a notional amount of $150 million. The fair value of this instrument at June 29, 2025 is an asset less than $0.1 million.
Current wording
In the second quarter of 2023, the Company entered into a new floating to fixed interest rate swap for a notional amount of $150 million. The fair value of this instrument at September 28, 2025 is a liability of $0.1 million.
Previous wording
On October 16, 2024, the Company's Board of Directors authorized the Company's management to repurchase, at its discretion, up to $200 million of the Company's shares. As of June 29, 2025, 535,514 shares have been repurchased under this program for $33.3 million, or an average price of approximately $62.11 per share.
Current wording
On October 16, 2024, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the Company’s management to repurchase, at its discretion, up to $200 million of the Company’s shares. As of September 28, 2025, 816,990 shares have been repurchased under this program for $50.3 million, or an average price of approximately $61.56 per share.
Previous wording
The Company is required to make future payments under various contracts, including debt agreements and lease agreements. The Company also has commitments to fund its pension plans and provide payments for other post-retirement benefit plans. During the six-month period ended June 29, 2025, there were no material changes in the Company’s contractual obligations.
Current wording
The Company is required to make future payments under various contracts, including debt agreements and lease agreements. The Company also has commitments to fund its pension plans and provide payments for other post-retirement benefit plans. During the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025, there were no material changes in the Company’s contractual obligations.
Previous wording
The Company and certain of the Company’s subsidiaries are among numerous defendants in over seven hundred cases seeking damages for alleged exposure to asbestos-contaminated talc products sold by the Company’s subsidiary Oldco. The Company’s position is that these cases are meritless and all talc products sold by Oldco are safe. On October 2, 2023 (the “Petition Date”), notwithstanding the Company’s confidence in the safety of Oldco’s talc products, Oldco and Barretts Ventures Texas LLC ("BVT" and together with Oldco, the "Chapter 11 Debtors")filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas (the “Chapter 11 Cases”) to address and comprehensively resolve Oldco’s liabilities associated with talc. Minerals Technologies Inc. and the Company’s other subsidiaries were not included in the Chapter 11 filing.
Current wording
The Company and certain of the Company’s subsidiaries are among numerous defendants in over eight hundred cases seeking damages for alleged exposure to asbestos-contaminated talc products sold by the Company’s subsidiary Oldco. The Company’s position is that these cases are meritless and all talc products sold by Oldco are safe. On October 2, 2023 (the “Petition Date”), notwithstanding the Company’s confidence in the safety of Oldco’s talc products, Oldco and Barretts Ventures Texas LLC (“BVT” and together with Oldco, the“Chapter 11 Debtors”) filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas (the “Chapter 11 Cases”) to address and comprehensively resolve Oldco’s liabilities associated with talc. Minerals Technologies Inc. and the Company’s other subsidiaries were not included in the Chapter 11 filing.
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Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
In the second quarter of 2024, the Company, through its subsidiary by Minerals Technologies Investments LLC, entered into a Debtor-in-Possession Credit Agreement with Oldco (the "DIP Credit Agreement") and recorded a $30 million provision for credit losses for the maximum principal amount under the DIP Credit Agreement.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
In addition, during the nine-month period ended September 28, 2025, the Company recorded a $11.3 million restructuring and other items charge for the write-down of assets and severance and other costs, offset by a $5.6 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
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Previous report — wording carried elsewhere
In the second quarter of 2024, the Company recorded a $30 million provision for credit losses in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement.