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Titan America SA (TTAM) - Form 20-F Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

Company: Titan America SA (Belgian public limited liability company, NYSE ticker: TTAM)
Reporting Period: Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2025
Accounting Basis: International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Business Overview: A vertically integrated manufacturer of cement, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, concrete block, and fly ash. Operations are concentrated in the Eastern U.S., split into two reportable segments: Florida (approx. 60% of operations) and Mid-Atlantic. The company is a subsidiary of Titan SA (87% ownership).

Key Financial Metrics (Year Ended Dec 31, 2025)

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Driven by a 37% increase in external aggregate volumes and price increases in aggregates (+3%), ready-mix (+1%), and fly ash (+6%). Cement revenue declined 2% due to lower volumes.
• Profitability: Operating income rose 7% as revenue growth outpaced a 1% increase in Cost of Goods Sold (COGS). COGS as a percentage of revenue improved to 74% from 75%.
• Liquidity Transformation: Net Debt decreased significantly from $448.1M to $250.7M, primarily due to a $144M cash inflow from the February 2025 Initial Public Offering (IPO) and strong operating cash flow ($295.4M).
• Foreign Exchange: The company recorded a $45.1M foreign exchange loss in 2025 (vs. a $20.8M gain in 2024) due to the weakening of the U.S. dollar against the Euro on remeasurement of Euro-denominated debt. This was partially offset by a $41.8M gain on derivative financial instruments.
• Divestiture: The STET segment (fly ash beneficiation technology) was divested on January 1, 2025, resulting in a $2.6M gain on sale.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Management Commentary & Outlook:

• Capital Expenditures: Net CapEx was $163.3M in 2025. The company is investing in capacity expansion at Pennsuco (Florida) and Roanoke (Virginia) plants, targeting a 29% increase in total cement capacity by 2030.
• Decarbonization: Continued focus on lower-carbon cement (Type IL and Type IT) and alternative fuels. CO2 emissions intensity reduced by nearly 20% since 2019.
• Acquisition: Announced an agreement on January 8, 2026, to acquire Keystone Cement Company for $310M, subject to regulatory approval.

Key Risks & Contingencies:

• Internal Controls: The company identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) as of December 31, 2025. Issues included ineffective controls over period-end reporting, revenue recognition (price/quantity verification), and IT general controls. Remediation is ongoing.
• Related Party Dependence: Significant reliance on Titan SA for shared services (IT, HR, legal), financing, and cement supply. Titan SA owns 87% of voting power.
• Market Volatility: Exposure to U.S. construction cycles, energy/fuel price fluctuations, and raw material costs. Approximately 60% of operations are concentrated in Florida, exposing the company to regional weather events (hurricanes) and economic downturns.
• Regulatory: Subject to evolving environmental regulations (EPA, MSHA) regarding emissions, water management, and mine safety.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Internal Control Remediation: Verify the timeline and progress of remediation for the identified material weaknesses in ICFR, specifically regarding revenue recognition and IT controls.
• Related Party Transactions: Review the terms of the Shared Services Agreement and cement supply agreements with Titan SA to ensure arm's-length pricing and service continuity.
• Debt Structure: Confirm the status of Euro-denominated borrowings and the effectiveness of cross-currency swaps in mitigating FX risk, given the significant FX loss in 2025.
• Acquisition Integration: Monitor the regulatory approval status and integration plan for the pending $310M Keystone Cement acquisition.
• Florida Concentration: Assess the impact of Florida-specific risks (hurricanes, insurance costs, local economic shifts) on the 60% of operations located in that state.