MINERALS TECHNOLOGIES INC
For the period ended Dec 31, 2025. Filed Feb 20, 2026.
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FY2025 · Filed Feb 20, 2026
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Period ended 2024-12-31; filed 2025-02-21.
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Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsCurrent report: 10-K
Period ended 2025-12-31; filed 2026-02-20.
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Item 7. 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.
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Added paragraphs (40)
Current report
Included in income from operations for 2024 was a $30.0 million provision for credit loss charge relating to the initial funding of the DIP Credit Agreement with Oldco, which was offset by a net gain of $12.3 million for the installment sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China. Inaddition, the Company recorded $11.3 million of litigation expenses incurred in connection with the bankruptcy of Oldco.
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The global trade environment is dynamic. Beginning in the first quarter of 2025, the United States government has imposed tariffs on goods imported into the U.S. from numerous countries and multiple nations have responded with reciprocal tariffs and other actions. The scope and duration of such tariffs has continued to change and remains uncertain. While the Company generally manufactures products in the markets where they are sold, our businesses and suppliers import certain goods subject to U.S. imposed tariffs, in particular in our High-Temperature Technologies product line, as well as goods subject to reciprocal tariffs and other measures imposed by other countries. We continue to pursue available options to mitigate the impact of these tariffs and other measures. We have made operational and supply chain changes, utilized available exemptions or exclusions, and, where feasible, increased the prices of our goods and services. To date, as a result of our mitigation efforts, tariffs have not had a significant effect on our financial results. However, the imposition of tariffs as well as uncertainty about their scope and duration could negatively affect demand, result in increases in some input costs and/or inflation that we are unable to mitigate, or otherwise adversely affect economic conditions. The United States Supreme Court on February 20, 2026 issued a ruling striking down certain tariffs imposed by the United States, including those affecting certain goods that the Company imports. We are currently evaluating the impact of such decision. The Company continues to monitor the economic effects of the trade environment, but the effects associated with the tariffs remain uncertain.
Current report
Increase our presence and market share in global cat litter products, including in emerging markets.
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Deploy new products in pet care such as lightweight litter.
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Increase our sales of calcium carbonate products by further penetration into filling and coating applications in the paper and packaging markets.
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Promote the Company’s expertise in crystal engineering by developing crystal morphologies that help our customers achieve functional benefits.
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Deploy new calcium carbonate products in paint, coating, and packaging applications.
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Continue developing products and processes for waste management and recycling opportunities to reduce the environmental impact of our customers by reducing energy consumption and improving the sustainability of their products.
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Continue to develop innovative applications for our bleaching earth products for edible oil and renewable fuel industries.
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Develop natural and mineral-based solutions for personal care applications.
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Increase our presence and market share globally for retinol delivery technology for personal care applications.
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Expand our bentonite product solutions for animal health applications.
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Increase our presence and market share in fabric care, including in emerging markets.
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Increase our presence and gain penetration of our bentonite-based foundry solutions in emerging markets.
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Deploy value-added formulations of refractory materials.
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Deploy our laser measurement technologies into new applications.
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Expand our refractory maintenance model to other steel makers globally.
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Continue the development and market penetration of our FLUORO-SORB® adsorbent products which address PFAS contamination in soil, groundwater, drinking water sources, landfill leachate, and wastewater treatment facilities.
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Pursue opportunities for the expanded use of our products in environmental, building and construction, infrastructure, and oil and gas drilling, and water treatment globally.
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Increase our presence and market share for geosynthetic clay liners globally.
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Further Operational Excellence principles into all aspects of the organization, including system infrastructure and lean principles.
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Continue to explore selective acquisitions to fit our competencies in minerals and our core technologies.
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Consolidated Income (Loss) Statement Review
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Percentage not meaningful
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In 2025, the Company recorded a provision for litigation accrual and credit losses of $215.0 million to establish an accrual 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 $30.0 million of additional debtor-in-possession financing to the debtors. The Company also recorded litigation expenses of $19.6 million in connection with Oldco’s bankruptcy filing and lawsuits related to talc products sold by Oldco. In addition, the Company recorded a $15.0 million restructuring and other items charge for the write-down of assets and severance and other costs, offset by a $9.9 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China and the sale of our chromite mine in South Africa.
Current report
During 2025, the Company recorded income from operations of $47.4 million, as compared with $286.5 million in the prior year. Income from operations represented 2.3% of sales compared with 13.5% of sales in the prior year. Income from operations in 2025 includes a provision for litigation accrual and credit losses of $215.0 million and a $15.0 million restructuring and other items charge for the write-down of assets and severance and other costs, offset by a $9.9 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China and the sale of our chromite mine in South Africa.
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During 2025 and 2024, the Company recorded litigation expenses of $19.6 million and $11.3 million, respectively, in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing and lawsuits related to talc products sold by Oldco.
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Non-Operating Deductions, net
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Consolidated net loss was $14.0 million in 2025 and included a $191.8 million charge, net of tax. This charge consisted of a provision for litigation accrual and credit losses, litigation expenses, and restructuring and other items, offset by a net gain on sale of assets.
Current report
Net sales in the Consumer & Specialties segment decreased 4% to $1,097.7 million, as compared with $1,140.2 million in the prior year. Household & Personal Care sales decreased 3% to $512.8 million from $530.0 million the prior year. This decrease was primarily driven by a challenging competitive environment in the cat litter products market. Specialty Additives sales decreased 4% to $584.9 million from $610.2 million primarily as a result of declining residential construction demand, as well as a slowdown in the North American and European paper markets.
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Income from operations was $124.2 million in 2025, as compared to $165.5 million in 2024. Included in income from operations for 2025 was $9.5 million of restructuring and other items.
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Net sales in the Engineered Solutions segment decreased slightly to $974.9 million, as compared with $978.3 million in the prior year. High-Temperature Technologies sales decreased 1% to $704.7 million, as compared with $713.2 million in the prior year. This decrease was driven by softer demand in certain industrial end markets, offset by strong growth in the Asia foundry business. Environmental & Infrastructure sales increased 2% to $270.2 million, as compared with $265.1 million in the prior year, primarily driven by higher demand for environmental lining systems, infrastructure drilling products, and offshore water treatment.
Current report
Income from operations was $169.7 million and 17.4% of sales, as compared with $174.0 million and 17.8% of sales in the prior year. Included in income from operations for 2025 was$3.3 million of restructuring and other items, offset bya $9.9 million net gain on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China and the sale of our chromite mine in South Africa. Included in income from operations for 2024 was a $12.3 million net gain on sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
Current report
In the first quarter of 2025, the Company recorded a provision to establish an accrual of $215 million for estimated costs to fund a trust to resolve all current and future talc-related claims as well as fund the Chapter 11 Cases and related litigation costs (including the aforementioned $30 million increase to the maximum principal amount of the DIP Credit Agreement). The parties have not yet reached a final resolution of all matters in the Chapter 11 Cases, and the Company is unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss beyond the amount accrued.
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Legal Contingencies
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The Company is party to a number of lawsuits arising in the normal course of our business. The Company and certain of the Company's subsidiaries are among numerous defendants in a number of cases seeking damages for alleged exposure to asbestos-contaminated talc products sold by the Company's subsidiary BMI Oldco Inc. The Company records accruals for loss contingencies associated with legal matters, including talc-related litigation and the Chapter 11 Cases, when it is probable that a liability will be incurred and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. See Note 17 to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this report for more information.
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Significant under-performance relative to historical or projected future operating results;
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Significant changes in the manner of use of the acquired assets or the strategy for the overall business;
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Significant negative industry or economic trends;
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Market capitalization below invested capital.
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Previous report
The Company refinanced its senior secured revolving credit facility and term loan in the fourth quarter of 2024, increasing the aggregate commitments under the revolving credit facility to $400 million and extending out maturities to 2029 for the revolving credit facility and 2031 for the term loan. In connection with the refinancing, the Company incurred $1.8 million of debt extinguishment expenses.
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Consolidated Income Statement Review
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In 2022, the Company recorded $32.6 million of litigation expenses relating to costs incurred to defend against, opportunistically settle, and establish a reserve for claims associated with certain talc products from Oldco. In addition, the Company recorded a $5.1 million charge foracquisition-related expenses.
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During 2023, the Company recorded income from operations of $171.8 million, as compared with $214.8 million in the prior year. Income from operations represented 7.9% of sales compared with 10.1% of sales in the prior year. Income from operations in 2023 reflected$78.6 million in impairment and restructuring charges and $29.2 million of net litigation expenses.
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Non-Operating Income (Deductions)
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Included in non-operating deductions was net interest expense of $59.2 million in 2023 as compared to $43.9 million in the prior year, primarily due to higher interest rates. In 2022, the Company recorded debt extinguishment expenses of $6.9 million related to the refinancing of its credit facilities. Additionally, the Company recorded a $3.5 million non-cash pension settlement charge relating to some of the Company’s retirement plans in the United States.
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Income from operations was $41.6 million in 2023, as compared to $79.0 million in 2022. In 2023, the Company recorded a $71.7 million non-cash impairment of assets related to Oldco. In addition, litigation expenses of $29.2 million and $32.6 million were recorded in 2023 and 2022, respectively, relating to Oldco.
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Net sales in the Engineered Solutions segment increased 0.9% to $1,009.7 million, as compared with $1,000.9 million in the prior year. High-Temperature Technologies sales increased 2.6% to $720.9 million, as compared with $702.5 million in the prior year. This increase was driven by strong demand in the North America market and volume recovery in China. Environmental & Infrastructure decreased 3.2% to $288.8 million, as compared with $298.4 million in the prior year. This decrease is a result of weak commercial construction activity in 2023.
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Adoption of Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures
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In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-07, “Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures”, which requires entities to report incremental information about significant segment expenses included in a segment’s profit or loss measure, as well as the name and title of the chief operating decision maker. The guidance also requires interim disclosures related to reportable segment profit or loss and assets that had previously only been disclosed annually. The new standard is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023 and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023. The Company adopted this guidance on January 1, 2024 and updated the disclosures contained in Note 21. This guidance did not impact the Company's consolidated financial statements.
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Worldwide sales decreased 2% in 2024 to $2.119 billion as compared with $2.170 billion in 2023. Consolidated income from operations was $286.5 million, as compared with $171.8 million in the prior year. Included in income from operations for 2024 was $11.3 million of litigation expenses incurred in connection with the bankruptcy of the Company’s subsidiaries, BMI Oldco Inc. (f/k/a Barretts Minerals Inc.) ("Oldco") and Barretts Ventures Texas LLC ("BVT" and together with Oldco, the "Chapter 11 Debtors"). In addition, in 2024, the Company entered into a Debtor-in-Possession Credit Agreement with Oldco (the "DIP Credit Agreement") which resulted in a $30.0 million provision for credit loss charge. The Company also recorded a $12.3 million net gain on the sale of assets relating to a facility in the Engineered Solutions segment in 2024. Included in income from operations in 2023 was a$71.7 million non-cash impairment charge for Oldco's fixed assets and $29.2 million of litigation expenses in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing and by Oldco to defend against and restore its reserve for claims associated with certain talc products. In addition, the Company recorded $6.9 million of restructuring charges in 2023. Net income was $167.1 million in 2024, as compared to $84.1 million in the prior year. The Company reported diluted earnings of $5.17 per share in 2024 as compared with $2.58 per share in the prior year.
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Worldwide net sales were $2.1 billion in 2025, a 2% decrease from 2024. Consolidated income from operations was $47.4 million in 2025, as compared with $286.5 million in 2024. Included in income from operations for 2025 was a $215 million provision to establish an accrual for estimated costs to fund a trust to resolve all current and future talc-related claims for alleged exposure to asbestos-contaminated talc products sold by the Company’s subsidiary BMI Oldco Inc. (f/k/a Barretts Minerals Inc.) (“Oldco”) as well as fund the bankruptcy of the Company’s subsidiaries, Oldco and Barretts Ventures Texas LLC (“BVT” and together with Oldco, the “Chapter 11 Debtors”), and related litigation costs. Included in this provision was an additional financing of $30 million relating to the Debtor-in-Possession Credit Agreement with Oldco (the “DIP Credit Agreement”). The Company also recorded litigation expenses of $19.6 million in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing and lawsuits related to talc products sold by Oldco. In addition, the Company recorded a $15.0 million charge for restructuring and other items relating to a cost savings program and write-down of assets, which was offset by a net gain of $9.9 million on the final installment for the sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China and the sale of our chromite mine in South Africa.
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Our balance sheet continues to be strong. Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments were $337.1 million as of December 31, 2024. Cash flow from operations for 2024 was $236.4 million. The Company currently has more than $700 million of available liquidity, including cash on hand, as well as availability under its revolving credit facility. We believe these factors will allow us to meet our anticipated funding requirements. Our intention is to maintain a balanced approach to capital deployment, by using cash flow for investments in growth, returns to shareholders, and continued debt reduction.
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Our balance sheet continues to be strong. Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments were $332.6 million as of December 31, 2025. Cash flow from operations for 2025 was $193.7 million. The Company repurchased $58.5 million in shares in 2025 under our $200 million buyback program. The Company currently has more than $700 million of available liquidity, including cash on hand, as well as availability under its revolving credit facility. We believe these factors will allow us to meet our anticipated funding requirements. Our intention is to maintain a balanced approach to capital deployment by using cash flow for investments in growth, returns to shareholders, and continued debt reduction.
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Worldwide net sales in 2023 increased 2.1% from the previous year to $2,169.9 million. Net sales in the United States increased 0.7% to $1,144.0 million in 2023 and represented 53.0% of consolidated net sales. International sales increased 3.6% to $1,025.9 million in 2023 and represented 47.0% of consolidated net sales.
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Worldwide net sales in 2025 decreased 2% from the previous year to $2.1 billion. Net sales in the United States decreased 1% to $1.1 billion in 2025 and represented 52% of consolidated net sales. International net sales decreased 3% to $1.0 billion in 2025 and represented 48% of consolidated net sales.
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Worldwide net sales in 2024 decreased 2.4% from the previous year to $2,118.5 million. Included in sales from the prior year were $40.6 million of sales related to Oldco, which was deconsolidated in the fourth quarter of 2023 and primarily impacted sales in the United States. Net sales in the United States decreased 4.8% to $1,089.4 million in 2024 and represented 51.0% of consolidated net sales. International sales increased 0.3% to $1,029.1 million in 2024 and represented 49.0% of consolidated net sales.
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Worldwide net sales in 2024 decreased 2% from the previous year to $2.1 billion. Included in sales from the prior year were $40.6 million of sales related to Oldco, which was deconsolidated in the fourth quarter of 2023 and primarily impacted sales in the United States. Net sales in the United States decreased 5% to $1.1 billion in 2024 and represented 51% of consolidated net sales. International net sales increased slightly to $1.0 billion in 2024 and represented 49% of consolidated net sales.
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Consolidated cost of sales was $1,570.8 million, $1,662.8 million and $1,660.5 million in 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Production margin as a percentage of net sales was 25.9% in 2024, 23.4% in 2023 and 21.9% in 2022. Production margin increased in 2024 primarily due to improved pricing, lower input costs and higher productivity.
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Consolidated cost of sales was $1.6 billion, $1.6 billion, and $1.7 billion in 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively. Production margin as a percentage of net sales was 25.0% in 2025, 25.9% in 2024, and 23.4% in 2023.
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Marketing and administrative costs were $209.2 million, $206.0 million and $192.1 million in 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Marketing and administrative costs as a percentage of net sales were 9.9% in 2024, 9.5% in 2023 and 9.0% in 2022.
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Marketing and administrative costs were $208.0 million, $209.2 million, and $206.0 million in 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively. Marketing and administrative costs as a percentage of net sales were 10.0% in 2025, 9.9% in 2024, and 9.5% in 2023.
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Research and development expenses were $23.0 million, $21.2 million and $20.4 million in 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Research and development expenses as a percentage of net sales were 1.1% in 2024, 1.0% in 2023 and 1.0% in 2022.
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Research and development expenses were $22.9 million, $23.0 million, and $21.2 million in 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively. Research and development expenses as a percentage of net sales were 1.1% in 2025, 1.1% in 2024, and 1.0% in 2023.
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In 2024, the Company recorded a $30.0 million provision for credit losses in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement. In addition, the Company recorded litigation expenses of $11.3 million in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing. The Company also recorded a $12.3 million net gain on sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
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In 2024, the Company recorded a $30.0 million provision for credit losses in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement. In addition, the Company recorded litigation expenses of $11.3 million in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing. The Company also recorded a $12.3 million net gain on the installment sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
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In 2023, the Company recorded a $71.7 million non-cash impairment charge relating to Oldco's fixed assets within the Consumer & Specialties segment, $6.9 million in restructuring costs to further streamline our cost structure as a result of organization efficiencies gained through our resegmentation, and $0.3 million of acquisition-related expenses. In addition, the Company recorded $29.2 million of net litigation expenses in connection with Oldco’s bankruptcy and by Oldco to defend against and restore its reserve for claims associated with certain talc products.
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In 2023, the Company recorded a $71.7 million non-cash impairment charge relating to Oldco's fixed assets within the Consumer & Specialties segment, $6.9 million in restructuring costs to further streamline our cost structure as a result of organization efficiencies gained through our resegmentation, and $0.3 million of acquisition-related expenses. In addition, the Company recorded $29.2 million of net litigation expenses in connection with Oldco’s bankruptcy and by Oldco to defend against and restore its accrual for claims associated with certain talc products.
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During 2024, the Company recorded income from operations of $286.5 million, as compared with $171.8 million in the prior year. Income from operations represented 13.5% of sales compared with 7.9% of sales in the prior year. Income from operations in 2024 reflected a $30.0 million charge for a provision of credit losses in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement and $11.3 million of litigation expenses. In addition, the Company recorded a $12.3 million net gain on sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
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During 2024, the Company recorded income from operations of $286.5 million, as compared with $171.8 million in the prior year. Income from operations represented 13.5% of sales compared with 7.9% of sales in the prior year. Income from operations in 2024 reflected a $30.0 million charge for a provision of credit losses in connection with the DIP Credit Agreement, offset by a $12.3 million net gain on sale of refractories manufacturing assets in China.
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The Company recorded non-operating deductions, net of $62.9 million in 2024 as compared with $64.1 million in the previous year.
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The Company recorded non-operating deductions, net of $61.4 million in 2025 as compared with $62.9 million in the previous year.
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Provision for taxes was $59.4 million, $23.7 million and $32.1 million in 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively. The effective tax rates were 26.6%, 22.0% and 20.5% during 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
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Provision for taxes was $4.9 million, $59.4 million, and $23.7 million in 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively. The effective tax rates were (35.0)%, 26.6%, and 22.0% during 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively.
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The higher effective tax rate in 2023 as compared to 2022 was primarily due to the impact of rate differentials related to foreign earnings indefinitely invested.
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The lower effective tax rate in 2025 as compared to 2024 was primarily due to the net loss recorded in 2025.
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The other factors having the most significant impact on our effective tax rates in recent periods are percentage depletion, the Global Intangible Low-Tax Income provision ("GILTI"), Foreign-Derived Intangible Income (“FDII”), 162(m) disallowance, and the tax benefits on restructuring and impairment charges.
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The other factors having the most significant impact on our effective tax rates in recent periods are percentage depletion, the Global Intangible Low-Tax Income provision ("GILTI"), Foreign-Derived Intangible Income (“FDII”), 162(m) disallowance, and the non-deductible DIP Credit Agreement.
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Percentage depletion allowances (tax deductions for depletion that may exceed our tax basis in our mineral reserves) are available to us under the income tax laws of the United States for operations conducted in the United States. The tax benefits from percentage depletion were $10.0 million in 2024, $11.1 million in 2023 and $9.6 million in 2022.
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Percentage depletion allowances (tax deductions for depletion that may exceed our tax basis in our mineral reserves) are available to us under the income tax laws of the United States for operations conducted in the United States. The tax benefits from percentage depletion were $8.9 million in 2025, $10.0 million in 2024, and $11.1 million in 2023.
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The Company has elected, as its accounting policy, to treat the taxes due from GILTI as a current period expense when incurred. The net charge to the Company for GILTI was $1.5 million, $1.1 million and $3.5 million for 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
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The Company has elected, as its accounting policy, to treat the taxes due from GILTI as a current period expense when incurred. The net charge to the Company for GILTI was $1.8 million, $1.5 million, and $1.1 million for 2025,2024, and 2023, respectively.
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We operate in various countries around the world that have tax laws, tax incentives and tax rates that are significantly different than those of the United States. These differences combine to move our overall effective tax rate higher or lower than the United States statutory rate depending on the mix of income relative to income earned in the United States. The effects of foreign earnings and the related foreign rate differentials resulted in increases of $10.5 million, $8.2 million and $3.8 million in 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
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We operate in various countries around the world that have tax laws, tax incentives, and tax rates that are significantly different than those of the United States. These differences combine to move our overall effective tax rate higher or lower than the United States statutory rate depending on the mix of income relative to income earned in the United States. The effects of foreign earnings and the related foreign rate differentials resulted in increases of $7.1 million, $10.5 million, and $8.2 million in 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively.
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In December 2021, as part of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (“OECD”) Inclusive Framework, 140 member countries agreed to the implementation of the Pillar Two Global Minimum Tax (“Pillar 2”). The Company began implementation of the Pillar 2 Model Rules in the first quarter of 2024. The Company continues to assess the effect of the Pillar 2 rules in all jurisdictions and does not expect that Pillar 2 will have a material impact on its consolidated financial statements.
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In December 2021, the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (“OECD”) released the Pillar Two Model Rules which aim to reform international corporate taxation rules, including the implementation of a global minimum tax rate. The Company began implementation of the Pillar Two Model Rules in the first quarter of 2024. The Company continues to assess the effect of the Pillar Two Model Rules in all jurisdictions and does not expect that Pillar Two will have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Consolidated Net Income Attributable to MTI Shareholders
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Consolidated Net Income (Loss) Attributable to MTI Shareholders
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Consolidated net income was $170.9 million in 2024 and included a $31.7 million charge, net of tax. This charge consisted of a provision for credit loss and litigation expenses, offset by a gain on a sale of assets.
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Consolidated net income was $170.9 million in 2024 and included a $31.7 million charge, net of tax. This charge consisted of a provision for credit loss and litigation expenses, offset by a net gain on sale of assets.
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Net sales in the Consumer & Specialties segment decreased 1.7% to $1,140.2 million, as compared with $1,160.2 million in the prior year. Household & Personal Care sales increased 2.4% to $530.0 million from $517.6 million the prior year. This increase was primarily driven by strong demand for our pet litter products in all regions and growth in other high-margin consumer-oriented products. Specialty Additives sales decreased 5.0% to $610.2 million from $642.6 million primarily as a result of the deconsolidation of Oldco in the fourth quarter of 2023. Included in Specialty Additives' sales from the prior year were $40.6 million of sales related to Oldco.
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Net sales in the Consumer & Specialties segment decreased 2% to $1,140.2 million, as compared with $1,160.2 million in the prior year. Household & Personal Care sales increased 2% to $530.0 million from $517.6 million the prior year. This increase was primarily driven by strong demand for our cat litter products in all regions and growth in other high-margin consumer-oriented products. Specialty Additives sales decreased 5% to $610.2 million from $642.6 million primarily as a result of the deconsolidation of Oldco in the fourth quarter of 2023. Included in Specialty Additives' sales from the prior year were $40.6 million of sales related to Oldco.
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Income from operations was $165.5 million in 2024, as compared to $41.6 million in 2023. In 2023, the Company recorded a $71.7 million non-cash impairment of Oldco's fixed assets and litigation expenses of $29.2 million in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing and by Oldco to defend against and restore its reserve for claims associated with certain talc products.
Current wording
Income from operations was $165.5 million in 2024, as compared to $41.6 million in 2023. In 2023, the Company recorded a $71.7 million non-cash impairment of Oldco's fixed assets and litigation expenses of $29.2 million in connection with Oldco's bankruptcy filing and by Oldco to defend against and restore its accrual for claims associated with certain talc products.
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Net sales in the Engineered Solutions segment decreased 3.1% to $978.3 million, as compared with $1,009.7 million in the prior year. High-Temperature Technologies sales decreased 1.1% to $713.2 million, as compared with $720.9 million in the prior year. This decrease was driven by softer demand in some industrial end markets. Environmental & Infrastructure sales decreased 8.2% to $265.1 million, as compared with $288.8 million in the prior year as a result of low levels of project activity.
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Net sales in the Engineered Solutions segment decreased 3% to $978.3 million, as compared with $1,009.7 million in the prior year. High-Temperature Technologies sales decreased 1% to $713.2 million, as compared with $720.9 million in the prior year. This decrease was driven by softer demand in some industrial end markets. Environmental & Infrastructure sales decreased 8% to $265.1 million, as compared with $288.8 million in the prior year as a result of low levels of project activity.
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Income from operations was $174.0 million and 17.8% of sales, as compared with $147.8 million and 14.6% of sales in the prior year. Included in income from operations for 2024 is a $12.3 million net gain on sale of assets. Included in income from operations for 2023 are $3.2 million of restructuring expenses.
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Income from operations was $174.0 million and 17.8% of sales, as compared with $147.8 million and 14.6% of sales in the prior year. Included in income from operations for 2024 was a $12.3 million net gain on sale of assets. Included in income from operations for 2023 was $3.2 million of restructuring expenses.
Previous wording
Cash provided from continuing operations in 2024 was $236.4 million, compared with $233.6 million in prior year. Cash flows provided from operations in 2024 were principally used to fund capital expenditures, repay debt, repurchase shares and to pay the Company’s dividend to common shareholders. The Company’s intention is to use cash flow for investments in growth, returns to shareholders, and continued debt reduction.
Current wording
Cash flow provided from continuing operations in 2025 was $193.7 million, compared with $236.4 million in prior year. Cash flows provided from operations in 2025 were principally used to fund capital expenditures, repay debt, repurchase shares, and pay the Company’s dividend to common shareholders. The Company’s intention is to use cash flow for investments in growth, returns to shareholders, and continued debt reduction.
Previous wording
On November 26, 2024, the Company, entered into a Refinancing Facility Agreement and Incremental Facility Amendment (the “Amendment”) to amend the Company's previous credit agreement (the "Previous Credit Agreement; the previous credit agreement, as amended by the Amendment, being the "Amended Credit Agreement"). The Amendment provides for, among other things, a new senior secured revolving credit facility with aggregate commitments of $400 million (the “Revolving Facility”), a portion of which may be used for the issuance of letters of credit and swingline loans, and a new senior secured term loan facility with aggregate commitments of $575 million (the “Term Loan Facility” and, together with the Revolving Facility, the "Senior Secured Credit Facilities"). The Revolving Facility and the Term Loan Facility replace the facilities under the Previous Credit Agreement, which provided for, among other things, a $550 million senior secured term loan facility and a $300 million senior secured revolving credit facility. The maturity date for loans and commitments under the Revolving Facility is November 26, 2029, and the maturity date for loans under the Term Loan Facility is November 26, 2031; provided that the maturity dates of the Revolving Facility and the Term Loan Facility will be adjusted to the date that is 91 days prior to the stated maturity date of the Company’s 5.0% Senior Notes due 2028 (the “Notes”) unless, prior to the date that is 91 days prior to the stated maturity date of the Notes, all amounts in excess of $50 million of the Notes have been either (a) refinanced with indebtedness permitted under the Amended Credit Agreement maturing later than 90 days after the scheduled maturity date of the Revolving Facility or of the Term Loan Facility, as applicable, or (b) repaid, discharged or repaid (other than with the proceeds of any indebtedness maturing earlier than 91 days after the scheduled maturity date of the Revolving Facility or of the Term Loan Facility, as applicable). Loans under the Term Loan Facility amortize at a rate equal to 1.00% per annum, payable in equal quarterly instalments, and were issued with original issue discount at 99.875% of par.
Current wording
On November 26, 2024, the Company entered into a Refinancing Facility Agreement and Incremental Facility Amendment (the “Amendment”) to amend the Company’s previous credit agreement (the “Previous Credit Agreement;” the previous credit agreement, as amended by the Amendment, being the “Amended Credit Agreement”). The Amendment provides for, among other things, a new senior secured revolving credit facility with aggregate commitments of $400 million (the “Revolving Facility”), a portion of which may be used for the issuance of letters of credit and swingline loans, and a new senior secured term loan facility with aggregate commitments of $575 million (the “Term Loan Facility” and, together with the Revolving Facility, the “Senior Secured Credit Facilities”). The Revolving Facility and the Term Loan Facility replace the facilities under the Previous Credit Agreement, which provided for, among other things, a $550 million senior secured term loan facility and a $300 million senior secured revolving credit facility. The maturity date for loans and commitments under the Revolving Facility is November 26, 2029, and the maturity date for loans under the Term Loan Facility is November 26, 2031; provided that the maturity dates of the Revolving Facility and the Term Loan Facility will be adjusted to the date that is 91 days prior to the stated maturity date of the Company’s 5.0% Senior Notes due 2028 (the “Notes”) unless, prior to the date that is 91 days prior to the stated maturity date of the Notes, all amounts in excess of $50 million of the Notes have been either (a) refinanced with indebtedness permitted under the Amended Credit Agreement maturing later than 90 days after the scheduled maturity date of the Revolving Facility or of the Term Loan Facility, as applicable, or (b) repaid, discharged, or repaid (other than with the proceeds of any indebtedness maturing earlier than 91 days after the scheduled maturity date of the Revolving Facility or of the Term Loan Facility, as applicable). Loans under the Term Loan Facility amortize at a rate equal to 1.00% per annum, payable in equal quarterly installments, and were issued with original issue discount at 99.875% of par.
Previous wording
As of December 31, 2024, there were $4.5 million in loans and $9.1 million in letters of credit outstanding under the Revolving Facility.
Current wording
As of December 31, 2025, there were no loans and $9.2 million in letters of credit outstanding under the Revolving Facility.
Previous wording
The Amended Credit Agreement and the Indenture both contain certain customary affirmative and negative covenants that limit or restrict the ability of the Company and its restricted subsidiaries to enter into certain transactions or take certain actions, as well as customary events of default. In addition, the Amended Credit Agreement contains a financial covenant that requires the Company to maintain a maximum Net Leverage Ratio of 4.00 to 1.00 for each four fiscal quarter period (subject to an increase to 5.00 to 1.00 for four quarters in connection with certain significant acquisitions).
Current wording
The Amended Credit Agreement and the Indenture both contain certain customary affirmative and negative covenants that limit or restrict the ability of the Company and its restricted subsidiaries to enter into certain transactions or take certain actions, as well as customary events of default. In addition, the Amended Credit Agreement contains a financial covenant that requires the Company to maintain a maximum Net Leverage Ratio of 4.00 to 1.00 for each four fiscal quarter period (subject to an increase to 5.00 to 1.00 for four quarters in connection with certain significant acquisitions). The Company is in compliance with all the covenants contained in the Amended Credit Agreement throughout the period covered by this report.
Previous wording
The Company has a committed loan facility in Japan. As of December 31, 2024, there was an outstanding balance of $0.9 million on this facility. Principal will be repaid in accordance with the payment schedule ending in 2026. The Company repaid $0.4 million on these loans in 2024.
Current wording
The Company has a committed loan facility in Japan. As of December 31, 2025, there was an outstanding balance of $0.4 million on this facility. Principal will be repaid in accordance with the payment schedule ending in 2026. The Company repaid $0.5 million on this loan in 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 repaid $0.3 million on these loans during 2024.
Current wording
As part of the acquisition of Concept Pet Heimtierprodukte GmbH, the Company assumed $1.9 million in long-term debt, recorded at fair value, consisting of two term loans, one that matured in 2025 and one that matures in 2027. Both loans have annual payments and carry a variable interest rate. The Company repaid $0.4 million on these loans during 2025.
Previous wording
As of December 31, 2024, the Company had $24.3 million in uncommitted short-term bank credit lines, $0.6 million of which 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. We anticipate that capital expenditures for 2025 should be between $90 million and $100 million, principally related to opportunities to improve our operations and meet our strategic growth objectives. We expect to meet our other long-term financing requirements from internally generated funds and committed and uncommitted bank credit lines.
Current wording
As of December 31, 2025, the Company had $18.4 million in uncommitted short-term bank credit lines, $0.4 million of which 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. We anticipate that capital expenditures for 2026 should be between $90 million and $100 million, principally related to opportunities to improve our operations and meet our strategic growth objectives. We expect to meet our other long-term financing requirements from internally generated funds and committed and uncommitted bank credit lines.
Previous wording
In the second quarter of 2023, the Company entered into a floating to fixed interest rate swap for a notional amount of $150 million. The fair value of this instrument as of December 31, 2024 is an asset of $0.3 million.
Current wording
In the second quarter of 2023, the Company entered into a floating to fixed interest rate swap for a notional amount of $150 million. The fair value of this instrument as of December 31, 2025, is a liability of $0.2 million.
Previous wording
In addition to long-term debt, the Company has committed cash outflow related to pension and post-retirement benefit obligations, non-cancelable operating leases, primarily for office space and equipment, and other long-term contractual obligations. Other long-term liabilities include tax liabilities, including contingent obligations associated with gross unrecognized tax benefits for uncertain tax positions and a tax liability for the one-time transition tax on accumulated foreign subsidiary earnings, asset retirement obligations relating to the retirement of certain tangible long-lived assets and land restoration obligations at the Company’s PCC satellite facilities and mining operations. See Notes 2, 8, 15, 16 and 20 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Current wording
In addition to long-term debt, the Company has committed cash outflow related to pension and postretirement benefit obligations, non-cancelable operating leases, primarily for office space and equipment, and other long-term contractual obligations. Other long-term liabilities include tax liabilities, including contingent obligations associated with gross unrecognized tax benefits for uncertain tax positions and a tax liability for the one-time transition tax on accumulated foreign subsidiary earnings, asset retirement obligations relating to the retirement of certain tangible long-lived assets and land restoration obligations at the Company’s PCC satellite facilities and mining operations. See Notes 2, 8, 15, 16 and 20 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
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 December 31, 2024, 34,934 shares have been repurchased under this program for $2.8 million, or an average price of approximately $79.27 per share. This authorization has no expiration date.
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 December 31, 2025, 1,000,122 shares have been repurchased under this program for $61.3 million, or an average price of approximately $61.24 per share. This authorization has no expiration date.
Previous wording
On January 22, 2025, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend on its common stock of $0.11 per share. No dividend will be payable unless declared by the Board and unless funds are legally available for payment thereof.
Current wording
On January 21, 2026, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend on its common stock of $0.12 per share. No dividend will be payable unless declared by the Board and unless funds are legally available for payment thereof.
Previous wording
The Company and certain of the Company’s subsidiaries are among numerous defendants in over six 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, 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. In the second quarter of 2024, Oldco sold its talc assets under section 363 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. In addition, in the second quarter of 2024, the Company entered into a Debtor-in-Possession Credit Agreement with Oldco (the "DIP Credit Agreement") and recorded a provision for credit loss of $30 million for the maximum principal amount under such DIP Credit Agreement. Proceeds of the sale of Oldco's talc assets, as well as the funds drawn by Oldco under the DIP Credit Agreement, will be used to fund the Chapter 11 Cases. The Chapter 11 Debtors' ultimate goal in the Chapter 11 Cases is to confirm a plan of reorganization under Section 524(g) of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and utilize this provision of the Bankruptcy Code to establish a trust that will address all current and future talc-related claims. In January 2024, the Chapter 11 Debtors and Minerals Technologies Inc. commenced a court-approved mediation process with the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors (appointed in the Chapter 11 Cases as the representative of current talc claimants) and the Future Claimants Representative (appointed in the Chapter 11 Cases as the representative of future talc claimants) regarding the terms of a potential consensual plan of reorganization and the ultimate amount to be contributed to any trust. The mediation process is ongoing. During the pendency of the Chapter 11 Cases, the Company anticipates that the Chapter 11 Debtors will benefit from the operation of the automatic stay, which stays ongoing litigation in connection with talc-related claims against Oldco. In addition, subject to certain exceptions, the filing or continued prosecution of all talc-related claims against Oldco’s non-debtor affiliates is temporarily stayed through April 15, 2025 (subject to further extensions), the date on which a hearing is scheduled on the status of the Chapter 11 Cases. The Chapter 11 Debtors have been deconsolidated from the Company’s financial statements since the Petition Date. Although the Chapter 11 Cases are progressing, it is not possible to predict the form of any ultimate resolution or when an ultimate resolution might occur…
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Current wording
The Company and certain of the Company’s subsidiaries are among numerous defendants in over nine 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.
Previous wording
The allowance for credit losses (ACL) is management's estimate of the current expected credit losses at the balance sheet date. Our credit exposure includes an unfunded load commitment. For this exposure, we recognized an ACL associated with the unfunded amount, which is reported as a liability in accrued expenses and other current liabilities on our consolidated balance sheet.
Current wording
The allowance for credit losses (ACL) is management's estimate of the current expected credit losses at the balance sheet date. Our credit exposure includes an unfunded loan commitment. For this exposure, we recognized an ACL associated with the unfunded amount, which is reported as a liability in accrued expenses and other current liabilities on our consolidated balance sheet.
Previous wording
Property, plant and equipment are depreciated over their useful lives. Useful lives are based on management’s estimates of the period that the assets can generate revenue, which does not necessarily coincide with the remaining term of a customer’s contractual obligation to purchase products made using those assets. Our sales of PCC are predominately pursuant to long-term evergreen contracts, initially ten years in length, with paper mills at which we operate satellite PCC plants. The terms of many of these agreements have been extended, often in connection with an expansion of the satellite PCC plant. Failure of a PCC customer to renew an agreement or continue to purchase PCC from our facility could result in an impairment of assets or accelerated depreciation at such facility.
Current wording
Property, plant, and equipment are depreciated over their useful lives. Useful lives are based on management’s estimates of the period that the assets can generate revenue, which does not necessarily coincide with the remaining term of a customer’s contractual obligation to purchase products made using those assets. Our sales of PCC are predominately pursuant to long-term evergreen contracts, initially ten to fifteen years in length, with paper mills at which we operate satellite PCC plants. The terms of many of these agreements have been extended, often in connection with an expansion of the satellite PCC plant. Failure of a PCC customer to renew an agreement or continue to purchase PCC from our facility could result in an impairment of assets or accelerated depreciation at such facility.
Previous wording
As part of the process of preparing our consolidated financial statements, we are required to estimate our income taxes in each of the jurisdictions in which we operate. This process involves estimating current tax expense together with assessing temporary differences resulting from differing treatments of items for tax and accounting purposes. These differences result in deferred tax assets and liabilities, which are included in the consolidated balance sheet. We must then assess the likelihood that our deferred tax assets will be recovered from future taxable income, and to the extent we believe that recovery is not likely, we must establish a valuation allowance. To the extent we establish a valuation allowance or change this allowance in a period, we must include an expense within the tax provision in the Consolidated Statements of Income.
Current wording
As part of the process of preparing our consolidated financial statements, we are required to estimate our income taxes in each of the jurisdictions in which we operate. This process involves estimating current tax expense together with assessing temporary differences resulting from differing treatments of items for tax and accounting purposes. These differences result in deferred tax assets and liabilities, which are included in the consolidated balance sheet. We must then assess the likelihood that our deferred tax assets will be recovered from future taxable income, and to the extent we believe that recovery is not likely, we must establish a valuation allowance. To the extent we establish a valuation allowance or change this allowance in a period, we must include an expense within the tax provision in the Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss).
Previous wording
Deferred tax liabilities represent the amount of income taxes payable in future periods. Such liabilities arise because of temporary differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities. Deferred income tax assets represent amounts available to reduce income taxes payable on taxable income in future years. Such assets arise because of temporary differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities, as well as from net operating losses. We evaluate the recoverability of these future tax deductions by assessing the adequacy of future expected taxable income from all sources, including reversal of taxable temporary differences and forecasted operating earnings. These sources of income inherently rely heavily on estimates. We use our historical experience and business forecasts to provide insight. The amount recorded for the net deferred tax liability was $115.7 million and $123.3 million at December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Current wording
Deferred tax liabilities represent the amount of income taxes payable in future periods. Such liabilities arise because of temporary differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities. Deferred income tax assets represent amounts available to reduce income taxes payable on taxable income in future years. Such assets arise because of temporary differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities, as well as from net operating losses. We evaluate the recoverability of these future tax deductions by assessing the adequacy of future expected taxable income from all sources, including reversal of taxable temporary differences and forecasted operating earnings. These sources of income inherently rely heavily on estimates. We use our historical experience and business forecasts to provide insight. The amount recorded for the net deferred tax liability was $75.5 million and $115.7 million at December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
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Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
Net loss was $18.4 million in 2025, as compared to income of $167.1 million in the prior year. The Company reported a loss of $0.59 per share in 2025 as compared with diluted earnings of $5.17 per share in the prior year.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
Included in non-operating deductions was net interest expense of $54.5 million in 2025 as compared to $56.4 million in the prior year.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
The Chapter 11 Debtors’ ultimate goal in the Chapter 11 Cases is to confirm a plan of reorganization under Section 524(g) of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and utilize this provision of the Bankruptcy Code to establish a trust that will address all current and future talc-related claims. Discussions regarding the terms of a potential consensual plan of reorganization and the ultimate amount to be contributed to any trust are ongoing.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
In the second quarter of 2024, Oldco sold its talc assets under section 363 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. In addition, in the second quarter of 2024, the Company entered into a Debtor-in-Possession Credit Agreement with Oldco (the “DIP Credit Agreement”) and recorded a provision for credit loss of $30 million for the maximum principal amount under such DIP Credit Agreement. In the second quarter of 2025, the Company amended the DIP Credit Agreement to increase the maximum principal amount available under the DIP Credit Agreement by $30 million. Proceeds of the sale of Oldco’s talc assets, as well as the funds drawn by Oldco under the DIP Credit Agreement, have been and will be used to fund the Chapter 11 Cases.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
During the pendency of the Chapter 11 Cases, the Company anticipates that the Chapter 11 Debtors will benefit from the operation of the automatic stay, which stays ongoing litigation in connection with talc-related claims against Oldco. In addition, the Bankruptcy Court temporarily enjoined the filing or continued prosecution of all talc-related claims against the Chapter 11 Debtors’ non-debtor affiliates, subject to certain exceptions. Such exceptions consist of claims premised solely on alleged inadequacies in testing of talc sold by Oldco. The Company is vigorously opposing and defending against these claims. The Chapter 11 Debtors have been deconsolidated from the Company’s financial statements since the Petition Date.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
Although the Chapter 11 Cases are progressing, it is not possible to predicthow the District Court will rule on the pending motions, whether an appellate court will affirm or reverse the Bankruptcy Court order denying the Committee’s motion to dismiss, the form of any ultimate resolution, or when an ultimate resolution might occur at this time. Accordingly, the Company is unable to estimate the possible loss or range of loss related to the amount that will be necessary to fully and finally resolve all of the Chapter 11 Debtors’ current and future talc-related claims in connection with a confirmed Chapter 11 plan of reorganization beyond the amount accrued. See Note 17 to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this report for more information.
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Previous report — wording carried elsewhere
Net sales in the Consumer & Specialties segment increased 3.2% to $1,160.2 million, as compared with $1,124.6 million in the prior year. Household & Personal Care sales increased 8.7% to $517.6 million from $476.2 million in the prior year. This increase was primarily driven by strong demand for our pet litter products in all regions and growth in other high-margin consumer-oriented products. Specialty Additives sales decreased 0.9% to $642.6 million from $648.4 million primarily as a result of the deconsolidation of Oldco in the fourth quarter of 2023. Sales for Oldco in the fourth quarter of 2022 were $12.0 million.
Previous report — wording carried elsewhere
Income from operations was $147.8 million and 14.6% of sales, as compared with $147.1 million and 14.7% of sales in the prior year. Included in income from operations for 2023 are $3.2 million of restructuring expenses.
Previous report — wording carried elsewhere
On October 18, 2023, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the Company’s management to repurchase, at its discretion, up to $75 million of the Company’s shares over a one-year period. Over this program's one-year period, 1,034,692 shares have been repurchased under this program for $75 million, or an average price of approximately $72.48 per share. This program is now complete.