Element Solutions has reported a record-breaking second quarter of 2026, driven by strong revenue growth, expanding margins and robust cash generation, as the global specialty chemicals technology company continued to execute on its strategic growth initiatives.

 

The company posted net sales of $978 million, representing a 56% increase on a reported basis and a 15% increase on an organic basis compared with the second quarter of 2025.

 

Reported net income climbed to $77 million, up 63% from $48 million in the same period last year, while net income margin improved to 7.9% from 7.6%.

 

Element Solutions also delivered a significant increase in profitability, with adjusted EBITDA rising to $184 million, compared with $136 million a year ago — an increase of 35% on a reported basis and 33% on a constant currency basis. Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 27.8% from 26.6% in the prior-year period.

 

The company generated $100 million in cash flows from operating activities during the second quarter and reported free cash flow of $74 million, highlighting continued financial strength.

 

“We delivered a record quarter of revenue, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EPS,” said Chief Executive Officer Benjamin Gliklich. 

 

“Our strategic execution – marrying operational excellence and prudent capital allocation – continues to generate exceptional profit growth. Core markets remain healthy, and customer engagements continue to accelerate to meet our supply chain’s ever-more challenging technical roadmaps. 

 

"The organic outlook for the year improved over the course of the second quarter as reflected in our increased full year adjusted EBITDA guidance, while progress against strategic priorities, including the Micromax integration and Kuprion scale up, reinforces our confidence in the long-term trajectory for the Company.”

 

Gliklich added that the company’s proposed transaction with Solstice is expected to further accelerate growth and strengthen Element Solutions’ position in the electronics market.

 

“Our proposed transaction with Solstice intends to accelerate value creation by forming a stronger, more differentiated electronics portfolio and unlocking compelling synergies. Element Solutions' market leadership positions and strong, entrepreneurial culture complement Solstice's operational expertise and process discipline. Our combined company is poised to create significant long-term value, leading the market in profitability and cash flow generation with many years runway of double digit earnings growth.”

 

The results underscore Element Solutions’ continued momentum as the company advances strategic initiatives, expands its technology portfolio and positions itself for sustained long-term growth.