Tronox Holdings plc Q1 FY26 Results

Tronox delivered a strong top-line performance and achieved EBITDA above the mid-point of our guidance in the first quarter of 2026. Volumes for both TiO2 and zircon exceeded our expectations, reflecting disciplined commercial execution, enhanced customer engagement, and the strategic positioning of our products in key markets, supported by our global operating footprint. TiO2 volumes reached the highest first quarter level since 2022, and zircon volumes achieved the highest level since Q4 2021. TiO2 volume growth was driven by normal seasonal demand patterns in key end markets during the quarter in addition to meaningful benefits from structural shifts as a result of antidumping measures, particularly in Europe, Brazil, and Saudi Arabia. While volumes in India were impacted by the temporary stay of the duties in the region, demand was better than anticipated. We saw a clear inflection on pricing during the first quarter. TiO2 price actions took effect as planned, and we announced additional pricing actions and targeted surcharges that are beginning to take effect in the second quarter. Zircon pricing was stable in the first quarter, and the announced pricing increases for the second quarter are being implemented as communicated on our last earnings call. From a cost perspective, we saw sequential benefits from actions underway, including our cost improvement program, which remains on track to deliver $125-$175 million of run-rate savings at the end of 2026. These benefits were partially offset by near-term headwinds related in part to higher sales volumes pulling forward sales of higher‑cost inventory, reflective of deliberate actions previously taken to preserve cash, including lower operating rates resulting from idled mining and pigment assets. As the quarter progressed, ongoing geopolitical developments contributed to increased costs from inputs such as natural gas, sulfur, diesel, freight, and insurance, some of which was reflected in our first quarter cost profile. In response, we implemented increases through surcharges, though there will be a lag between when these take effect versus the more immediate impact to our operations. We will continue to assess input cost headwinds and take necessary targeted actions as needed to avoid margin erosion. Cash generation remains our primary focus. Free cash flow for the first quarter was better than expected, driven by strong execution on working capital. We reduced inventory levels by approximately $75 million compared to year‑end, reflecting higher TiO2 and zircon sales and actions taken across our mining operations to reduce production. Given our strong commercial performance, we also increased the capacity of our accounts receivable securitization facility, further supporting liquidity. While the conflict in the Middle East adds additional variables, based on our outlook today, we continue to expect to generate meaningful positive free cash flow for the full year.”