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Element Solutions Builds An AI Materials Powerhouse Through Micromax, EFC & Solstice!

Element Solutions, Inc. reported record second quarter 2026 financial results characterized by strong organic growth and margin improvement, particularly driven by its Electronics segment amid continued investments and recent acquisitions. The company’s strategy focuses on penetrating high-value, fast-growing subsegments within its addressable markets, with particular strength in semiconductor packaging, advanced PCB chemistries, and engineered assembly materials supporting AI infrastructure and high-performance computing applications. Organic net sales increased 15% year-over-year, with Electronics segment growth of 20%, supported by double-digit growth across all verticals, including a 31% rise in the semiconductor business. This performance was bolstered by strong customer demand in AI-related applications, thermal management, power density, and advanced packaging. Adjusted EBITDA margins, excluding pass-through metals, expanded by 120 basis points to 27.8%, despite raw material inflation pressures, with adjusted EBITDA up 33% year-over-year. Excluding above-target incentive compensation, margins could have approached 30%, aligning with management’s long-term target.