Solvay SA
XBER:SOL

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Solvay SA
XBER:SOL
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Price: 27.5 EUR 2.46% Market Closed
Market Cap: 11.4B EUR

Solvay SA
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In the ever-evolving world of chemicals and advanced materials, Solvay SA stands as a paragon of strategic adaptation and innovation. Founded in 1863 by the visionary Ernest Solvay, the company has journeyed from its inception in Belgium as a producer of soda ash—an essential compound for glass and soap manufacturing—to a global powerhouse in specialty chemicals and advanced materials. The transformation has been guided by a meticulous approach to science and sustainability, as Solvay redefines itself by placing an emphasis on high-performance materials, efficient chemical formulations, and sustainable solutions. Solvay transcends industry norms, developing cutting-edge applications that cater to sectors as varied as automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and electronics.

The crux of Solvay’s business model intertwines innovation with an acute responsiveness to market dynamics. By focusing on high-margin, high-growth areas such as lightweighting materials for efficient energy consumption and eco-friendly composite materials, the company captures value through both product diversity and market relevance. Its profitability is further supported by a robust global distribution network and strategic partnerships that enable it to serve clients' needs comprehensively. In essence, Solvay’s monetization strategy revolves around its ability to deliver tailored, high-performance solutions that align with the megatrends shaping modern industries, thereby ensuring its resilience and continued growth in a competitive landscape.

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Last Earnings Call
Fiscal Period
Q3 2025
Call Date
Nov 6, 2025
AI Summary
Q3 2025

Challenging Market: Solvay continues to face a tough macroeconomic and geopolitical environment, with no improvement in demand or relief from global trade volatility.

Q3 Financials: Revenue fell 7% year-on-year to EUR 1.04 billion and underlying EBITDA also declined 7% to EUR 232 million, reflecting weak volumes and pricing pressure, especially in soda ash and Coatis.

CO2 Credit Sale: Solvay sold part of its CO2 emission rights inventory in Q3, generating a EUR 40 million EBITDA gain and EUR 5 million in cash; management emphasized this is not a one-off and could recur if conditions persist.

Cost Savings Progress: The company achieved EUR 110 million of cost savings in 2024 and aims to surpass EUR 200 million by end of 2025, targeting EUR 350 million in annual savings by 2028 through operational excellence and digital transformation.

Guidance Confirmed: Full-year 2025 guidance for underlying EBITDA (EUR 880–930 million) and free cash flow (around EUR 300 million) was reaffirmed, with CapEx capped at EUR 300 million.

Rare Earth Expansion: Solvay is expanding its rare earths business in Europe, targeting the growing permanent magnet market, with potential for EUR 50–100 million in investments but awaiting customer commitments before major spending.

Key Financials
Revenue
EUR 1.04 billion
Underlying EBITDA
EUR 232 million
EBITDA Margin
22%
CO2 Emission Rights Sale (EBITDA gain)
EUR 40 million
CO2 Emission Rights Sale (cash gain)
EUR 5 million
Free Cash Flow (Q3)
EUR 117 million
Free Cash Flow (first 9 months)
EUR 214 million
CapEx (Q3)
EUR 81 million
CapEx (first 9 months)
EUR 240 million
Net Debt (expected end 2025)
approximately EUR 1.7 billion
Leverage Ratio
1.8x
Cost Savings Achieved (2024)
EUR 110 million
Corporate Segment EBITDA Guidance (FY 2025)
between minus EUR 40 million and minus EUR 50 million
Earnings Call Recording
Other Earnings Calls

Management

Mr. Philippe Kehren
CEO, Chairman of Executive Committee & Director
No Bio Available
Mr. Alexandre Blum
Chief Financial and Strategy Officer & Member of Executive Committee
No Bio Available
Mr. Lanny Duvall
COO & Member of Executive Committee
No Bio Available
Dr. Mark Van Bijsterveld
Chief People Officer & Member of Executive Committee
No Bio Available
Ms. Lisa Jane Brown
General Counsel, Corporate Secretary & Member of Executive Committee
No Bio Available
Mr. Michael Finelli
Chief Technology Officer
No Bio Available
Ms. An Nuyttens
President of Aroma Performance & Silica Businesses
No Bio Available
Mr. Vincent Kamel
President of Performance Polyamides
No Bio Available
Mr. J. Michael Radossich
President of Novecare Business
No Bio Available
Mr. Carlos Silveira
President of Peroxides GBU
No Bio Available

Contacts

Address
BRUXELLES-CAPITALE
Brussels
Rue de Ransbeek 310
Contacts
+3222642111.0
www.solvay.com