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OLIN Corp. 10-Q Summary: Period Ended June 30, 2026

Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 10-Q covers the quarterly period ended June 30, 2026, and the six months ended on that date. Olin Corporation is a vertically integrated global manufacturer of chemical products (Chlor Alkali Products and Vinyls, Epoxy) and a leading U.S. manufacturer of ammunition (Winchester). The company operates as a large accelerated filer.

Key Financial Metrics

Note: Q2 2025 cash and debt figures are not explicitly listed in the summary table above but are available in the balance sheet data (Cash: $223.8M; Long-Term Debt: $2,977.5M).

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue: Sales decreased 1% in Q2 2026 and 2% in the first six months of 2026 compared to the prior year. The decline was driven by lower volumes and pricing in the Chlor Alkali segment, partially offset by growth in Epoxy and Winchester.
• Profitability: The company reported a net loss of $96.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to a net income of $0.1 million in the prior year period. This deterioration was primarily due to operating issues at the Freeport, TX VCM plant ($40.1M impact), legacy litigation charges ($36.1M), and higher raw material costs.
• Segment Performance:
  • Chlor Alkali: Segment income dropped significantly due to VCM plant outages and lower pricing.
  • Epoxy: Improved results due to higher volumes and pricing, though global demand remains weak.
  • Winchester: Sales increased 16% year-over-year for the six months, driven by military project revenue, though segment income declined slightly due to higher raw material costs.
• Debt: Total long-term debt increased to $3.03 billion as of June 30, 2026, following net borrowings of $202.3 million in the first half of the year to refinance term loans and fund operations.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

• Merger with Huntsman: On June 15, 2026, Olin entered into a definitive agreement to merge with Huntsman Corporation in an all-stock transaction. The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2027. Acquisition-related costs of $10.6 million were incurred in the first half of 2026, with an additional $35–$40 million expected for the full year.
• Outlook: Management expects Q3 2026 operating results to be comparable to or slightly lower than Q2 2026. Full-year 2026 capital spending is expected to be approximately $200 million, and depreciation/amortization is expected to be around $475 million.
• Litigation: The company expects to pay approximately $195 million in 2026 related to the Shintech litigation matter and previously accrued VCM pricing disputes. A new lawsuit was filed by the State of Texas regarding emissions at the Freeport facility.
• Credit Ratings: All three major rating agencies (Fitch, Moody's, S&P) downgraded Olin's credit rating to "junk" status (BB+/Ba2/BB) with negative outlooks in February 2026.
• Restructuring: The company expects to incur approximately $70 million in additional restructuring charges through 2030 related to ongoing optimization efforts.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Merger Approval: Verify the status of regulatory approvals and shareholder votes required to close the Huntsman merger.
• VCM Plant Status: Confirm the timeline for resolving operating issues at the Freeport, TX VCM facility and the associated cost recovery.
• Litigation Exposure: Monitor the $195 million payment schedule for the Shintech settlement and the outcome of the new Texas state lawsuit.
• Liquidity Covenants: Review compliance with the net leverage ratio covenant under the Senior Secured Credit Facility, especially given the recent credit downgrades.
• Raw Material Costs: Assess the impact of ongoing inflation in commodity metals and energy costs on the Winchester and Chlor Alkali margins.