Chemours Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Chemours saw a 1% YoY revenue decline in Q4 2024, impacted by lower pricing. However, Adjusted EBITDA grew by 2%, supported by cost efficiencies in Titanium Technologies and volume growth in Thermal & Specialized Solutions. Net loss improved to $8 million from $18 million in Q4 2023.
Revenue declined by 1% YoY to $1.36 billion due to lower pricing (-3%), partially offset by volume growth (+2%).
Thermal & Specialized Solutions (TSS) achieved record Q4 sales, with Opteon™ Refrigerants growing 23% YoY.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 2% to $179 million, reflecting cost savings and volume growth.
Net loss improved to $8 million from $18 million in Q4 2023.
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Forward Guidance
Chemours expects Adjusted EBITDA to grow in FY 2025, driven by cost savings and segment growth, but faces challenges in pricing and demand fluctuations.
Positive Outlook
- TSS segment expected to see sequential sales growth in Q1 2025, led by Opteon™ Refrigerants.
- Corporate expenses expected to decline by 30% in Q1 2025.
- Operational efficiency initiatives to support profitability in Titanium Technologies.
- Cost savings from the TT Transformation Plan continue to have a positive impact.
- Adjusted EBITDA guidance for FY 2025 set between $825 million and $975 million.
Challenges Ahead
- Freon™ Refrigerants expected to decline due to regulatory transitions.
- Titanium Technologies segment projects lower sales in Q1 2025 due to regional sales mix.
- Advanced Performance Materials segment to face softer demand from hydrogen and semiconductor markets.
- Operational headwinds from cold weather downtime in January 2025.
- Potential cost pressures from ramping up Opteon™ capacity expansion.