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Element Solutions Inc

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Element Solutions Inc NYSE
$25.93 0.08% (+0.02)

Market Cap $6.27 B
52w High $28.78
52w Low $16.77
Dividend Yield 0.32%
P/E 26.19
Volume 1.23M
Outstanding Shares 241.98M

Income Statement

Period Revenue Operating Expense Net Income Net Profit Margin Earnings Per Share EBITDA
Q3-2025 $656.1M $176.2M $39.3M 5.99% $0.16 $75M
Q2-2025 $625.2M $172.1M $47.4M 7.582% $0.2 $114.4M
Q1-2025 $593.7M $173.1M $98M 16.507% $0.4 $167.3M
Q4-2024 $624.2M $181.1M $54.7M 8.763% $0.23 $118.5M
Q3-2024 $645M $172.5M $40.3M 6.248% $0.17 $130.8M

Balance Statement

Period Cash & Short-term Total Assets Total Liabilities Total Equity
Q3-2025 $594.3M $5.045B $2.376B $2.654B
Q2-2025 $529.9M $5.003B $2.361B $2.626B
Q1-2025 $499.2M $4.795B $2.26B $2.52B
Q4-2024 $359.4M $4.874B $2.475B $2.383B
Q3-2024 $376M $5.098B $2.643B $2.439B

Cash Flow Statement

Period Net Income Cash From Operations Cash From Investing Cash From Financing Net Change Free Cash Flow
Q3-2025 $39.3M $100.1M $-18.2M $-15.1M $64.4M $83.6M
Q2-2025 $47.4M $72.6M $-14.5M $-38.7M $30.7M $54.9M
Q1-2025 $98M $26M $337.6M $-227.3M $139.8M $15M
Q4-2024 $54.7M $138.7M $-17.4M $-124.3M $-16.6M $116.4M
Q3-2024 $40.3M $98.5M $-12.6M $-28.2M $66.7M $85.9M

Revenue by Products

Product Q4-2024Q1-2025Q2-2025Q3-2025
Electronics Segment
Electronics Segment
$400.00M $390.00M $440.00M $470.00M
Industrial And Specialty Segment
Industrial And Specialty Segment
$220.00M $200.00M $190.00M $190.00M

Five-Year Company Overview

Income Statement

Income Statement Revenue has grown steadily over the last several years, with only a brief soft patch before resuming its upward trend. Profitability has improved as well: gross profit has moved higher, and operating profit rebounded nicely after a weaker year, reaching one of its best levels in the most recent period. Net income and earnings per share have strengthened meaningfully, suggesting better cost control, improved mix, or pricing power in key product lines. Overall, the income statement shows a business that is maturing into more consistent and higher-quality earnings, though it remains somewhat exposed to cycles in electronics and industrial demand.


Balance Sheet

Balance Sheet The balance sheet looks relatively stable and balanced. Total assets have been fairly steady, indicating no aggressive expansion or contraction. Equity has inched up over time, pointing to gradual value build rather than heavy dilution. Debt sits at a meaningful but seemingly manageable level, implying some leverage but not an overly stretched position for a specialty chemicals company. Cash on hand is moderate, giving the company some flexibility but not an excessive cushion, so continued access to credit markets and ongoing cash generation remain important.


Cash Flow

Cash Flow Cash generation is a clear strength. Operating cash flow has been consistently positive and has trended upward, broadly tracking earnings growth. Free cash flow has also been solid year after year, even after funding regular investment in the business. Capital spending is relatively modest, which fits with the company’s asset-light model and helps keep free cash flow healthy. This profile suggests Element Solutions can comfortably support its operations, invest in targeted growth initiatives, and still retain financial flexibility, as long as end-market conditions remain supportive.


Competitive Edge

Competitive Edge Element Solutions holds a strong position in niche, high-value segments of the specialty chemicals market, especially in electronics and advanced industrial applications. Its products are deeply integrated into customers’ manufacturing processes, creating high switching costs and sticky relationships. An asset-light, formulation-focused model allows it to emphasize technology and service over heavy manufacturing, which supports margins and adaptability. A global footprint, local technical support, and a history of strategic acquisitions further reinforce its standing against both large diversified rivals and smaller specialty players.


Innovation and R&D

Innovation and R&D Innovation is central to the company’s strategy. It focuses R&D on mission-critical materials for fast-growing areas like electric vehicles, advanced semiconductors, and high-performance electronics. Technologies such as advanced sintered silver, copper chemistries, and nano-copper platforms show a push toward enabling higher performance, better thermal management, and more reliable electronic devices. The firm complements internal R&D with acquisitions of specialized technologies and works closely with customers in co-development, which helps keep its offerings embedded in next-generation manufacturing flows and supports long-term relevance.


Summary

Element Solutions appears to be a steadily improving specialty chemicals business anchored in high-value electronics and industrial niches. The income statement shows rising quality of earnings, the balance sheet looks sound with moderate leverage, and cash flows are consistently strong and supportive of ongoing investment. Its competitive edge comes from technology, close customer integration, and an asset-light model, while its innovation efforts are tightly aligned with secular trends such as EVs, AI, and advanced packaging. Key watch points include how well it sustains growth through industry cycles and how effectively it integrates and monetizes recent technology-driven acquisitions.