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Imerys : Press release (Imerys press release H1 results 29 July 2026 VENG)
Imerys : Press release (Imerys press release H1 results 29 July 2026
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Imerys reports solid H1 2026 results - Higher sales drive adjusted EBITDA and margin expansion Improved sales momentum H1 2026 revenue of €1.74 billion: +1.8% at constant exchange rates, benefitting from higher sales volumes (+0.5% vs H1 2025) amid subdued demand in some end markets Q2 2026 revenue of €906 million: +2.9% at constant exchange rates, after +0.7% in Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA growth H1 2026 EBITDA of €290 million: +10% year-on-year at constant exchange rates, leading to an adjusted EBITDA margin of 16.6%, a 0.6 pp gain over the prior period Q2 2026 EBITDA of €172 million: +14.5% versus last year at constant exchange rates, representing 19% of revenue, underscoring the Group's operating leverage Net current free operating cash flow of €109 million (up from €44 million in the prior year period), resulting from lower capital expenditures and strict working capital management Full year 2026 adjusted EBITDA target between €550 and €580 million, assuming no material deterioration in the current economic environment Consolidated results 1 (in € million) Q2 2025 Q2 2026 Variation Q2 H1 2025 H1 2026 Variation H1 At constant exchange rates Revenue 886 906 +2.2% 1,757 1,740 -0.9% +1.8% Organic growth 2.3% - 1.5% - - Adjusted EBITDA 154 172 +11.7% 281 290 +3.0% +10.0% Adjusted EBITDA margin 2 17.3% 19.0% - 16.0% 16.6% - - Current operating income 87 91 +4.3% 143 137 -4.7% +6.7% Current operating margin 9.8% 10.0% - 8.2% 7.9% - - Operating income 81 92 +13.7% 129 116 -10.6% - Current net income, Group share 52 45 -12.8% 83 66 -19.9% - Net income, Group share 47 49 +3.5% 70 49 -29.9% - Net current free operating cash flow 3 - - - 44 109 - - Current net income per share, Group share - - - €0.98 €0.78 -19.9% - 1 The definition of alternative performance measures can be found in the glossary at the end of the press release 2 Share of net income from joint ventures contributes 1.4 percentage point (pp) and 1.2 pp to Q2 2026 and H1 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin, respectively (0.6 pp in Q2 2025, 0.6 pp in H1 2025) 3 Net current free operating free cash flow: effective January 1, 2026, definition modified as additions to rights of used assets replaced by repayment of lease liabilities to prevent significant fluctuation at contract renewals. Under previous definition "Net Current free operating cash flow" would have been €63.5 million Alessandro Dazza, Chief Executive Officer, said: « Imerys delivered a solid first-half performance, with improved sales momentum and a material increase in adjusted EBITDA and margin. These results confirm the value of the investments we have made in recent years, both organically and through targeted acquisitions, in production capacity, innovation and productivity. These actions are now enabling us to generate growth and improve profitability despite markets that remain largely subdued and an uncertain geopolitical environment ». OUTLOOK Our performance in the first half of 2026 gives us confidence in delivering a solid full-year result, while we remain watchful of uneven demand trends and broader macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty. As a consequence, the Group targets an adjusted EBITDA in the range of €550 to €580 million for the year 2026, assuming no material deterioration in the current macroeconomic environment. We continue to focus on what we can control: serving our customers, managing costs and cash with discipline, and executing our strategic priorities. HIGHLIGHTS Horizon Project The cost and performance improvement plan is progressing as planned across all relevant countries. As of June 30, 2026, €17 million in savings have already been achieved. This demonstrates that the Group is on track to realize over 50% of the expected benefits (€50-60 million versus the 2025 cost base) in 2026, with the full run-rate impact achieved from 2027 onward. As of June 30, 2026, €30 million of restructuring costs were booked in relation to this project. Closing of the acquisition of Great Lakes Minerals business (USA) The acquisition of Great Lakes Minerals, a leading United States-based processor and distributor of minerals for the refractory and abrasive industry, was closed on June 1, 2026. This acquisition strengthens Imerys' Solutions for Refractory, Abrasives and Construction portfolio with critical materials, including calcined bauxite, mullite and fused alumina, while positioning the Group as a key supplier to customers across North America. The transaction also expands Imerys' geographical footprint with strategically located industrial assets on the Ohio River in Kentucky, allowing the Group to leverage direct barge-to-plant feedstock handling capabilities. Imerys expects the business to generate revenue of approximately $80 million per year post integration, and to benefit from the ongoing reshoring of industrial activities to the USA. Closing of the acquisition of SB Mineraçao (Brazil) The acquisition of SB Mineraçao, a Brazilian company specializing in the production of ground calcium carbonate was finalized on July 1, 2026. Based in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim (State of Espírito Santo), the company is a leading producer of ground calcium carbonates used in various applications, including polymers, thermosets, paints and coatings in Brazil. In 2025, this business generated more than USD 30 million in revenue. The acquisition is aligned with Imerys' strategic ambition to invest in growing end markets while reinforcing its presence in Latin America to meet current and expected demand. E.ON and Imerys inaugurate landmark energy recovery plant in Willebroek (Belgium) As Europe accelerates its transition to electric mobility, E.ON Power Plants Belgium and Imerys Graphite & Carbon (IGC) inaugurated a state-of-the-art Energy Recovery Plant at Imerys' production site in Willebroek, Belgium, on July 2, 2026. Built, owned, and operated by E.ON, the facility captures the energy content of the industrial syngas - which contains high concentrations of hydrogen and carbon monoxide - produced by Imerys on site, and converts it into electricity via a high-efficiency steam turbine. With an installed power generation capacity of up to 29 MW, the plant supplies the entire Imerys site and feeds surplus power into the Belgian grid equivalent to the annual consumption of roughly 40,000 households. COMMENTARY ON THE RESULTS Revenue Consolidated results (in € million) First quarter 2025 871 2026 Change 2026 / 2025 Reported change At constant exchange rates Volumes Price 835 -4.1% +0.7% +0.5% +0.2% Second quarter 886 906 +2.2% +2.9% +0.5% +1.8% Total 1,757 1,740 -0.9% +1.8% +0.5% +1.0% Revenue in the second quarter of 2026 was €906 million , a 2.9% year-on-year increase at constant exchange rates. Sales volumes were up 0.5% driven by strong sales of conductive additives, dynamic activity in Asia, and market share gains offsetting subdued demand in certain end-markets, such as construction. The conflict in the Middle East had a limited direct impact on revenue as the Group, together with its local partners, has found alternative routes to import/export goods to/from the region . Selling prices rose by 1.8%, partly driven by the pass-through of energy cost increases to customers. Additionally, the integration of Great Lakes Minerals, effective June 1, 2026, contributed €6 million to the quarter's revenue. Foreign exchange rates impact was limited to -0.7%. Revenue in the first half of 2026 was €1,740 million, reflecting a 1.8% increase at constant exchange rates. Sales volumes were up 0.5% reflecting the contribution of recent capacity expansion and the strong performance of our commercial teams. Demand remained muted overall, and in particular in Europe. Pricing remained firm, increasing by 1.0% versus the prior year, while foreign exchange rates had a negative impact of 2.7% on sales, mainly in the first quarter. Adjusted EBITDA Consolidated results (in € million) 2025 2026 Change 2026 / 2025 At constant exchange rates First quarter 128 118 -7.5% +4.0% Second quarter 154 172 11.7% +14.5% Total adjusted EBITDA 281 290 +3.0% +10.0% of which share in net income from joint ventures 11 20 - - Margin 4 16.0% 16.6% - - 4 Share of net income from joint ventures contributes 1.4 percentage point (pp) and 1.2 pp to Q2 2026 and H1 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin, respectively (0.6 pp in Q2 2025, 0.6 pp in H1 2025) Q2 2026 adjusted EBITDA was €172 million, a solid 14.5% year-on-year increase at constant exchange rates, driven by higher sales volumes, price increases, strict cost management and improved joint ventures contribution. This led to an H1 2026 adjusted EBITDA of €290 million, a 10% increase versus H1 2025 at constant exchange rates. Imerys achieved an adjusted EBITDA margin of 16.6% in H1 2026, up 0.6 pp versus last year thanks to a strong second quarter performance (19% margin on sales). Current net income Current net income, Group share, totaled €66 million in the first semester of 2026. The current financial result was negative at €46 million. This includes a €7 million non-cash mark-to-market revaluation of Purchase Power Agreements (PPAs) and a €10 million increase in interest expenses. The income tax expense of €24 million corresponds to an effective tax rate of 27%. Net income Net income, Group share in the first semester of 2026 totaled €49 million vs €70 million in prior year. It includes restructuring expenses for Project Horizon, partly offset by a revaluation gain on the EMILI lithium project (now accounted for under the equity method) following the €50 million stake purchase by the Banque des Territoires in April 2026. Net current free operating cash flow 5 Consolidated results (in € million) H1 2025 H1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA 281 290 Increase (-) / decrease (+) in operating working capital -25 10 Notional tax on current operating income -37 -37 Elimination of share of net income from JVs -11 -20 Dividends received from JVs 3 13 Others 1 - Net current operating cash flow (before capital expenditure) 212 256 Repayment of lease liabilities (IFRS 16) -22 -23 Capital expenditure -146 -124 of which strategic capital expenditures -20 -10 Net current free operating cash flow 44 109 Net current free operating cash flow for the first half of 2026 totaled €109 million . The increase versus prior year is largely attributable to enhanced profitability, disciplined control of working capital amid rising sales, lower capital expenditures, and higher dividends received from joint-ventures. Of the total €10 million strategic capital expenditures, €7 million were invested in the EMILI lithium project before the change to equity method consolidation on April 1, 2026. 5 Net current free operating free cash flow: effective January 1, 2026 definition modified as additions to rights of used assets replaced by repayment of lease liabilities to prevent significant fluctuation at contract renewals. Under previous definition "Net Current free operating cash flow" would have been €63.5 million Net financial debt 5 Consolidated results (in € million) H1 2025 H1 2026 Net current free operating cash flow 44 109 Acquisitions and disposals (2) (39) Dividend (123) (64) Acquisition of treasury shares (4) (0) Change in other operating items (47) 25 Adjustment for new leases (4) (46) Other non-recurring income and expenses (13) (19) Financial result paid (24) (34) Exchange rates 36 (9) Change in net financial debt (137) (77) As of June 30, 2026, net financial debt totaled €1,468 million. The € 77 million increase compared to December 31, 2025, takes into account the acquisition of Great Lakes Minerals at the end of May 2026 and new, large non-cash lease adjustments. Consolidated results (in € million) H1 2026 Opening net financial debt Dec 31 -1,391 Change in net financial debt (77) Closing net financial debt June 30 -1,468 Financial structure Consolidated results (in € million) Dec 31, 2025 June 30, 2026 Net financial debt 1,391 1,468 Shareholders' equity 2,615 2,674 Net financial debt / shareholders' equity 53.2% 54.9% Net financial debt / adjusted EBITDA 6 2.5x 2.6x As of June 30, 2026, net financial debt to adjusted EBITDA 6 was 2.6, in line with last year's end (2.5x). 6 Based on the last twelve months adjusted EBITDA plus proforma for Great Lakes Minerals PERFORMANCE BY ACTIVITY Performance Minerals Q2 2025* Q2 2026 At constant exchange rates Consolidated results (in € million) H1 2025* H1 2026 At constant exchange rates 212 220 +4.2% Revenue Americas 426 418 +2.5% 343 342 +0.4% Revenue Europe, Middle East and Africa and Asia-Pacific 671 659 -0.3% -21 -25 - Eliminations -41 -43 - 534 537 +1.2% Total revenue 1,056 1,034 +0.5% - - - Adjusted EBITDA 186 189 +8.1% - - - Adjusted EBITDA margin 17.6% 18.3% - *Q2 and H1 2025 figures have been adjusted compared to actual results announced on July 29, 2025, to reflect the internal transfer of the Asian filtration business from the Americas to Europe, Middle East and Africa and Asia-Pacific region for operational management purposes. Totals remain unchanged. Performance Minerals generated revenue o f €1,034 million in the first half of 2026, representing positive organic growth year-on-year, largely driven by good activity in the Americas in the second quarter. Revenue in the Americas grew 2.5% at constant exchange rates to reach €418 million in H1 2026. Sales volumes were flat (+0.1% vs H1 2025), as declining sales in the construction sector were offset by strong growth in filtration. Second quarter revenue reached €220 million , driven by positive volume growth (+1.2% vs Q2 2025), fueled primarily by thriving filtration business and market share gains in polymers. Pricing remained firm. Revenue in Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacifi c was broadly in line with the prior year (-0.3% YoY at constant exchange rates) at €659 million in H1 2026. Volumes fell 2.3% vs H1 2025 as sales to ceramics were severely impacted by high energy costs and soft construction demand, only partially offset by market share gains in polymers and filtration. Second-quarter revenue came in at €342 million , in line with the previous year. Sales volumes declined by 2.7% compared with the second quarter of 2025. Prices rose 2.1% in H1, driven in part by higher energy costs passed on to customers. Adjusted EBITDA rose 8.1% at constant exchange rates, supported by positive price-cost balance and strict cost management. Solutions for Refractory, Abrasives and Construction Q2 2025 Q2 2026 At constant Consolidated results exchange (in € million) rates H1 2025 H1 2026 At constant exchange rates 291 297 +3.1% Revenue Refractory, Abrasives & 580 571 +1.6% - - - Adjusted EBITDA 69 70 +11.5% - - - Adjusted EBITDA margin 11.9% 12.2% - Construction Revenue generated by Solutions for Refractory, Abrasives & Construction reached €571 million in H1 2026, up 1.6% at constant exchange rates compared to the prior year. Sales volumes grew by 1.7%, driven by strong performance in the abrasives and advanced ceramics segments, particularly in China and to a lesser extent in the US. Sales to the refractory and construction markets remained flat, even with market share gains, due to weak end markets. Q2 showed a stronger performance of the business amid similar market trends. In a targeted effort to win back market share, prices were adjusted downward by 1.1% compared to the prior year. The price/cost balance remained positive. Adjusted EBITDA rose 11.5% at constant exchange rates, supported by positive volumes and cost savings. Solutions for Energy Transition H1 2025 Solutions for Energy Transition (in € million) H1 2026 Variation H1 Graphite & Carbon TQC (50%) SET Graphite & Carbon TQC (50%) SET 123 123 Revenue 137 137 11.3% 34 34 Adjusted EBITDA 38 38 11.9% 6 6 Share in net income from JVs 14 14 141.7% 40 Adjusted EBITDA 52 +31.2%* * Reported variation Q2 2025 Q2 2026 At constant exchange rates Graphite & Carbon (in € million) H1 2025 H1 2026 At constant exchange rates 62 72 17.3% Revenue 123 137 +13.6% - - - Adjusted EBITDA 34 38 +16.4% - - - Adjusted EBITDA margin 27.3% 27.5% - The Graphite and Carbon business generated €137 million in revenue in H1 2026 , delivering a 13.6% increase in sales at constant exchange rates, confirming its impressive growth from an already high comparison base (+20.6% in H1 2025 vs prior year). Revenue was driven by robust end markets (electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and conductive polymers), market share gains, and new product launches. Fueled by higher sales , Adjusted EBITDA surged by 16.4% at constant exchange rates. The Quartz Corporation (100%) (in € million) H1 2025 H1 2026 Variation H1 Revenue 82 EBITDA** 24 Adjusted EBITDA margin 29.3% Net income 12 86 44 50.6% 29 6.0% 83.3% 141.7% **For the definition of TQC's EBITDA, see Imerys' 2025 Universal Registration Document The Quartz Corporation (high-purity quartz joint venture, 50% owned by Imerys) generated revenue of €86 million (at 100%), a 6.0% increase versus last year's first half. Part of the significant improvement in EBITDA and net income is related to one-off sales. 2026 first semester results webcast The press release is available on the Group's website www.imerys.com . The Group will hold a live webcast to discuss the first semester of 2026 results at 6.30 PM (CET) on July 29, 2026, which can be accessed via this link . Financial Calendar October 29, 2026 Third quarter 2026 results February 18, 2027 2026 Full year results These dates are subject to change and may be updated on the Group's website https://www.imerys.com/investors . Imerys is the world's leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers' products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts. Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA . More comprehensive information about Imerys may be obtained from its website ( www.imerys.com ) in the Regulated Information section, particularly in its Registration Document filed with the French financial markets authority (Autorité des marchés financiers, AMF) on March 19, 2026 under number D.26-0117 (also available from the AMF website, www.amf-france.org ). Imerys draws investors' attention to chapter 2 "Risk Factors and Internal Control" of its Registration Document. Disclaimer: This document contains projections and other forward-looking statements. Investors should be aware that such projections and forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties (many of which are difficult to predict and generally beyond the control of Imerys) that could cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Relations investisseurs/analystes Contacts Presse Cyrille Arhanchiague : + 33 (0)6 07 16 67 26 Mathieu Gratiot : + 33 (0)7 87 53 46 60 [email protected] Hugues Schmitt (Primatice) : + 33 (0)6 71 99 74 58 Olivier Labesse (Primatice) : + 33 (0)6 79 11 49 71 APPENDIX KEY INCOME STATEMENT INDICATORS (€ million) H1 2025 H1 2026 Revenue 1,757 1,740 Adjusted EBITDA 281 290 of which share of net income from JVs 11 20 Current operating income 143 137 Current financial expense (32) (46) Current income tax (29) (24) Minority interests 0 0 Current net income, Group share 83 66 Other operating income and expenses, net, Group share (12) (17) Net income, Group share 70 49 CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT (€ million) 06.30.2026 06.30.2025 Revenue 1,740.2 1,756.6 Raw materials and consumables used (564.9) (574.3) External expenses (453.3) (456.0) Staff expenses (453.5) (441.6) Taxes and duties (16.0) (17.1) Amortization, depreciation and impairment (147.5) (144.3) Other current income and expenses 11.4 9.0 Share in net income of joint ventures and associates 20.4 11.1 Current operating income 136.7 143.4 Gain (loss) from obtaining or losing control 13.4 (5.6) Other non-recurring items (34.5) (8.5) Operating income 115.6 129.3 Income from securities 6.8 3.8 Gross financial debt expense (41.0) (31.0) Net financial debt expense (34.3) (27.2) Other financial income 20.1 21.7 Other financial expenses (32.3) (28.0) Other financial income (expenses) (12.2) (6.3) Foreign exchange gain (loss) 0.4 1.6 Financial income (loss) (46.1) (32.0) Income taxes (20.1) (26.9) NET INCOME 49.4 70.5 Net income, Group share(1) 49.4 70.5 Net income attributable to non-controlling interests 0.0 (0.0) (1) Earnings per share Basic net earnings per share, Group share (in €) 0.58 0.83 Diluted net earnings per share, Group share (in €) 0.57 0.82 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION (€ million) 06.30.2026 12.31.2025 Non-current assets 4,171.8 4,057.5 Goodwill 1,374.9 1,347.3 Intangible assets 294.8 368.4 Right-of-use assets 190.9 144.7 Mining assets 402.4 395.5 Property, plant and equipment 1,443.0 1,471.0 Joint ventures and associates 296.2 170.0 Other financial assets 44.2 45.9 Other receivables 39.2 38.4 Derivative financial assets 16.0 2.7 Deferred tax assets 70.2 73.8 Current assets 2,288.3 2,100.4 Inventories 744.2 698.1 Trade receivables 456.6 334.7 Other receivables 177.2 208.9 Derivative financial assets 26.5 12.1 Other financial assets 370.9 376.5 Cash and cash equivalents 512.8 470.2 Consolidated assets 6,460.0 6,158.0 Equity, Group share 2,660.8 2,600.9 Share capital 169.9 169.9 Share premium 614.4 614.4 Treasury shares (15.0) (15.4) Reserves 1,842.1 2,240.9 Net income, Group share 49.4 (408.8) Equity attributable to non-controlling interests 13.7 14.0 Equity 2,674.5 2,614.9 Non-current liabilities 2,434.6 2,688.9 Provisions for employee benefits 94.7 94.8 Other provisions 391.3 356.5 Borrowings and financial debt 1,693.9 2,038.7 Lease liabilities 154.3 102.4 Other debts 10.9 9.2 Derivative financial liabilities 15.0 11.8 Deferred tax liabilities 74.5 75.5 Current liabilities 1,350.9 854.1 Other provisions 24.2 29.5 Trade payables 482.7 349.1 Income tax payable 55.7 71.9 Other debts 281.1 293.7 Derivative financial liabilities 12.6 16.3 Borrowings and financial debt 418.2 16.9 Lease liabilities 47.6 49.0 Bank overdrafts 28.7 27.7 Consolidated equity and liabilities 6,460.0 6,158.0 ADJUSTED EBITDA At June 30, 2026 (€ million) PM Americas PM EMEA & APAC Other PM Total PM Revenue 417.5 659.0 (42.6) 1,034.0 Current operating income Adjustments 36.2 64.0 (0.2) 99.9 Amortization, depreciation and impairment 39.2 51.1 - 90.3 Change in current operating write-downs and provisions (0.2) (0.9) - (1.1) Adjusted EBITDA 75.3 114.1 (0.2) 189.2 (€ million) Revenue Current operating income Adjustments Amortization, depreciation and impairment Change in current operating write-downs and provisions Adjusted EBITDA PM 1,034.0 99.9 RAC 571.0 28.9 IG&C 137.0 17.6 TQC (1) - 14.3 Other (1.8) (23.9) Total 1,740.2 136.7 90.3 (1.1) 189.2 41.3 (0.6) 69.6 14.6 5.5 37.6 - - 14.3 1.3 1.7 (21.0) 147.5 5.5 289.7 (1) Contribution of TQC in the Consolidated Income Statement. At June 30, 2025 (€ million) PM Americas PM EMEA & APAC Autres PM Total PM Revenue 444.1 648.3 (36.7) 1,055.7 Current operating income Adjustments 39.4 62.3 0.7 102.4 Amortization, depreciation and impairment 39.9 47.3 - 87.2 Change in current operating write-downs and provisions (0.3) (3.6) - (3.9) Adjusted EBITDA(1) 79.0 106.0 0.7 185.7 (1) Including €3.6 million related to the transfer in 2026 of the FLS APAC business from PM Americas to PM EMEA & APAC. (€ million) PM RAC IG&C TQC (1) Other Total Revenue 1,055.7 579.9 123.1 - (2.1) 1,756.6 Current operating income 102.4 30.8 17.6 5.9 (13.2) 143.4 Adjustments Amortization, depreciation and impairment 87.2 42.8 13.3 - 0.9 144.3 Change in current operating write-downs and provisions (3.9) (4.3) 2.7 - (0.9) (6.4) Adjusted EBITDA 185.7 69.2 33.6 5.9 (13.1) 281.3 (1) Contribution of TQC in the Consolidated Income Statement. FREE OPERATING CASH FLOW (€ millions) 06.30.2026 06.30.2025 Items from the Consolidated Income Statement Revenue 1,740.2 1,756.6 Raw materials and consumables used (564.9) (574.3) External expenses (453.3) (456.0) Staff expenses (453.5) (441.6) Taxes and duties (16.0) (17.1) Other current income and expenses 11.4 9.0 Share in net income of joint ventures and associates 20.4 11.1 Adjustments Change in provisions for employee benefits 2.4 (3.6) Change in current operating write-downs and provisions 3.1 (2.8) Adjusted EBITDA 289.7 281.3 Income taxes (36.9) (37.3) Notional income tax on current operating income Adjustments Elimination of share in net income of joint ventures and associates (20.4) (11.1) Dividends received from associates 13.2 3.0 Change in operating working capital requirement (1) 9.9 (25.3) Carrying amount of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment disposed of 0.7 0.8 Net current operating cash flow 256.2 211.6 Investing activities Acquisitions of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (2) (123.9) (146.1) Repayment of lease liabilities (IFRS 16) (23.2) (21.6) Net current free operating cash flow 109.1 43.9 (1) Change in operating working capital requirement (Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows) 9.9 (25.3) Adjustments for decrease (increase) in inventories (7.0) (12.2) Adjustments for decrease (increase) in trade receivables (99.7) (60.9) Adjustments for increase (decrease) in trade payables 116.6 47.8 (2) Acquisitions of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows) (123.9) (146.1) Acquisitions of intangible assets (19.9) (32.0) Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment (78.7) (82.0) Change in payables on acquisitions of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (25.3) (32.2) CHANGE IN NET FINANCIAL DEBT (€ million) 06.30.2026 06.30.2025 Net current free operating cash flow 109.1 43.9 Items from the Consolidated Income Statement Financial income (loss) (46.1) (32.0) Other operating income and expenses (21.1) (14.1) Income taxes Notional income tax on financial income (loss) 12.5 8.3 Deferred tax on current operating and financial income (loss) (6.8) 3.5 Change in income tax payables and receivables 13.9 (9.5) Current income taxes on non-recurring income and expenses 5.1 6.0 Adjustments Change in non-operating working capital requirement 10.6 (46.7) Change in financial write-downs and provisions (0.4) (0.6) Change in fair value of hedging instruments 3.1 0.7 Change in non-recurring write-downs and provisions 15.4 (7.9) Non-recurring share in net income of joint-ventures and associates (16.4) - (Gain) loss on businesses disposed of (0.2) 3.3 (Gain) loss on intangible assets and property, plant and equipment disposed of (2.1) 0.1 Adjustment for new leases (45.6) (3.9) Investing activities Acquisition of businesses (53.4) 0.0 Disposal of businesses 14.3 (0.0) Disposal of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment 2.1 0.1 Loans and advances in cash received from (granted to) third parties (2.0) (1.9) Equity Share capital increases (decreases) 0.0 0.0 Disposals (acquisitions) of treasury shares 0.1 (4.4) Share-based payments 4.1 5.4 Dividends (63.6) (122.9) Change in net financial debt excl. exchange rate effects (67.4) (172.7) (€ million) 06.30.2026 12.31.2025 Opening net financial debt (1,391.3) (1,274.9) Change in net financial debt excl. exchange rate effects (67.4) (152.8) Reclassification to/from liabilities related to assets held for sale(1) - 0.3 Exchange rate effects (9.4) 36.1 Change in net financial debt (76.8) (116.4) Closing net financial debt (1,468.1) (1,391.3) (1) At December 31, 2025, +€0.3 million with respect to the business serving the paper market. CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (€ million) 06.30.2026 06.30.2025 Net income 49.4 70.5 Adjustments - - Net increase in amortization, depreciation and impairment 146.9 141.7 Change in provisions 20.7 (12.2) Gains (losses) on non-current asset disposals (2.9) 2.5 Share in net income of joint ventures and associates (20.4) (11.1) Income tax expense 20.1 26.9 Other adjustments 14.3 74.4 Change in working capital requirement 23.5 (72.0) Net cash flow from (used in) operations 251.5 220.7 Income taxes refund (paid) (12.3) (28.9) Dividends received from joint ventures and associates 13.2 3.0 Net cash flows related to operating activities 252.5 194.8 Acquisitions of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment, net of change in payables on acquisitions (123.9) (146.1) Cash flows from gaining control of subsidiaries or other businesses (52.8) - Proceeds from disposals of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment 3.4 0.4 Cash flows from losing control of subsidiaries or other businesses (0.2) - Cash advances, deposits and guarantees (12.9) (7.2) Cash receipts from repayment of advances, deposits and guarantees 6.0 4.2 Interest received and other financial income 6.9 3.7 Other cash inflows (outflows) related to investing activities (1) 22.8 - Net cash flows related to investing activities (150.7) (145.0) Payments to acquire or redeem treasury shares 0.1 (4.4) Dividends paid (63.6) (122.9) Loans issued (0.5) 0.5 Repayments of borrowings (1.2) - Repayments of lease liabilities (23.2) (21.6) Interest paid (15.8) (31.0) Other cash inflows (outflows) related to financing activities (2) 40.5 0.4 Net cash flows related to financing activities (63.7) (178.9) Change in cash and cash equivalents 38.1 (129.1) (1) In the first half of 2026, the cash inflows related to investing activities were made up of the acquisitions and sales of investment securities. (2) In the first half of 2026, the cash inflows related to financing activities were mainly made up of a current account between the holding Emili Lithium and Imerys SA following the loss of control over the French lithium entities. GLOSSARY Imerys uses "current" indicators to measure the recurrent performance of its operations, excluding significant items that, because of their nature and their relatively infrequent occurrence, cannot be considered as inherent to the recurring performance of the Group (see section 5.5 Definitions and reconciliation of alternative performance measures to IFRS indicators in the 2025 Universal Registration Document). Alternative Performance Measures Definitions and reconciliation to IFRS indicators Growth at constant scope and exchange rates (also called life-for-like change, LFL growth organic or internal growth) Calculated by stripping out the impact of currency fluctuations as well as acquisitions and disposals (scope effect). Restatement of the currency effect consists of calculating aggregates for the previous year at the exchange rate of the current year. The impact of exchange rate instruments qualifying as hedging instruments is taken into account in current data. Restatement of Group structure to take into account newly consolidated entities consists of: subtracting the contribution of the acquisition from the aggregates of the current year, for entities entering the consolidation scope in the current year; subtracting the contribution of the acquisition from January 1 of the current year, until the last day of the month of the current year when the acquisition was made the prior year, for entities entering the consolidation scope in the prior year. Restatement of entities leaving the consolidation scope consists of: subtracting the departing entity's contribution from the aggregates of the prior year as from the first day of the month of divestment, for entities leaving the consolidation scope in the current year; subtracting the departing entity's contribution from the aggregates of the prior year, for entities leaving the consolidation scope in the prior year. Volume effect The sum of the change in sales volumes of each business area between the current and prior year, valued at the average sales price of the prior year. Price mix effect The sum of the change in average prices by product family of each business area between the current and prior year, applied to volumes of the current year. Current operating income The operating income before other operating income and expenses (income from changes in control and other non-recurring items). Net income from current operations The Group's share of income before other operating income and expenses, net (income from changes in control and other non-recurring items, net of tax) and income from discontinued operations. Adjusted EBITDA Effective January 1, 2024 adjusted EBITDA is calculated from current operating income before operating amortization, depreciation, impairment losses and adjusted for changes in operating provisions and write-downs. It includes the share in net income of joint ventures (instead of dividends received, in the prior definition) to better reflect their contribution to the Imerys Group. Net current free operating cash flow Calculated from current operating income before operating amortization, depreciation and impairment losses and adjusted for changes in operating provisions and write-downs, share in net income and including dividends received from joint ventures and associates, adjusted for notional income tax on current operating income, changes in operational working capital requirement, proceeds from divested intangible and tangible assets, paid intangible and tangible capital expenditure and repayments of lease liabilities. Net financial debt Difference between financial liabilities (borrowings, financial debts, and IFRS 16 liabilities) and cash and cash equivalents. Notional income tax rate Income tax rate on current operating income.