Ecovyst Inc.

Ecovyst Inc. reported a significant improvement in its first-quarter 2026 financial results, with sales increasing by 50.2% to $214.95 million and a swing to a net income of $4.31 million from a net loss in the prior year. The company also saw a substantial rise in operating income and cash flow from operations. These results reflect strong performance in its continuing operations, particularly in the Industrial, mining & automotive segment, following the divestment of its Advanced Materials & Catalysts business in late 2025.

Ecovyst Inc. reported strong first quarter 2026 results, with sales increasing 50% to $215.0 million and Adjusted EBITDA growing 87% to $39.8 million. The company achieved a net income of $5.7 million, a significant improvement from a net loss in the prior year. Following these results, Ecovyst revised its full-year 2026 guidance upwards for sales, Adjusted EBITDA, and Adjusted Free Cash Flow, reflecting confidence in continued growth. Additionally, the company repurchased $35.7 million of common stock during the quarter and highlighted the strategic benefits of its year-end divestiture.

Ecovyst Inc., through its wholly-owned subsidiaries New Structure Subco Inc. and EV Industrial Chemical Subsidiary Holdings Inc., has entered into a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire the entire issued share capital of INEOS Calabrian Holdings Corp. and INEOS Calabrian Corporation Canada, Inc. The transaction is valued at $190 million, subject to customary adjustments, and is anticipated to close in the second quarter of 2026. The agreement includes standard warranties, covenants, and termination rights, with the purchasers securing a warranty and indemnity insurance policy.