Tronox Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results
- Tronox reported Q3 2023 revenue of $662 million, within the guided range of $105-125 million for adjusted EBITDA in Q4 2023
- None.
Delivered Adjusted EBITDA within the guided range despite softer market conditions
Proactively strengthened balance sheet with incremental term loan
Third Quarter 2023 Financial Highlights:
- Produced revenue of
, a$662 million 17% decrease compared to the prior quarter, or a26% decrease compared to the prior year - Generated income from operations of
, and a net loss of$32 million ; adjusted net loss was$14 million (non-GAAP)$12 million - GAAP diluted EPS was
; adjusted diluted EPS was$(0.09) (non-GAAP)$(0.08) - Delivered Adjusted EBITDA of
and an Adjusted EBITDA margin of$116 million 17.5% , both within the guided range - Invested
in capital expenditures in the quarter$54 million - Proactively reinforced balance sheet with
incremental term loan raise in August, the proceeds of which were used to pay outstanding borrowings under existing revolving credit facilities and enhance available liquidity$350 million
Q4 2023 Outlook:
- Adjusted EBITDA expected to be
assuming TiO2 volumes will be relatively flat compared to Q3 2023 levels, with little to no seasonal decline, and zircon volumes continue to improve substantially off third quarter trough levels$105 -125 million
This outlook is based on Tronox's views on current global economic activity and is subject to changes and impacts associated with the macroeconomic conditions, global supply chain, and inflation-related challenges, among others.
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Note: For the Company's guidance with respect to fourth quarter 2023 non-GAAP measures, we are not able to provide without unreasonable effort the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, or reconciliation to such GAAP financial measure, because certain items that impact such measures are uncertain, out of the Company's control or cannot be reasonably predicted.
Summary of Select Financial Results for the Quarter Ending September 30, 2023
($M unless otherwise noted) | Q3 2023 | Q3 2022 | Y-o-Y % ∆ | Q2 2023 | Q-o-Q % ∆ | |
Revenue | (26) % | (17) % | ||||
TiO2 | (17) % | (9) % | ||||
Zircon | (74) % | (65) % | ||||
Other products | (24) % | (19) % | ||||
Income from operations | (80) % | (62) % | ||||
Net (Loss) Income | ( | n/m | ( | n/m | ||
Net (Loss) Income attributable to Tronox | ( | n/m | ( | n/m | ||
GAAP diluted (loss) earnings per share | ( | n/m | ( | n/m | ||
Adjusted diluted (loss) earnings per share | ( | n/m | n/m | |||
Adjusted EBITDA | (53) % | (31) % | ||||
Adjusted EBITDA Margin % | 17.5 % | 27.6 % | (1,010) bps | 21.2 % | (370) bps | |
Free cash flow | ( | n/m | n/m | |||
Y-o-Y % ∆ | Q-o-Q % ∆ | |||||
Volume / Mix | Price | FX | Volume / Mix | Price | FX | |
TiO2 | (14) % | (5) % | 2 % | (5) % | (4) % | — % |
Zircon | (71) % | (3) % | — % | (61) % | (4) % | — % |
Co-CEOs' Remarks and Outlook
"We delivered third quarter performance within the previously guided range despite softer market conditions by maintaining an unrelenting focus on managing what is within our control," commented John Romano, co-chief executive officer. Mr. Romano continued, "TiO2 volumes improved sequentially in the
Jean-François Turgeon, co-chief executive officer, added, "We are continuing to prudently manage operating rates at our pigment, mining and upgrading sites as a result of lower customer demand levels to reduce inventory and generate cash. Overall finished goods inventories decreased in the quarter, driven by reduced pigment inventory levels, partially offset by higher zircon inventories as Atlas ramped up against a backdrop of softer market demand. We bolstered the balance sheet by proactively raising
Mr. Romano added, "Looking ahead to the fourth quarter, we expect pigment volumes to be relatively flat compared to the third quarter. We anticipate little to no seasonality in the fourth quarter as we believe customers have largely completed destocking. This represents an approximate
Mr. Turgeon concluded, "Our strategy of being vertically integrated and the value it provides to our customers continues to prove to be a significant differentiator for Tronox. As a result of our unique portfolio, we are currently evaluating a range of options to leverage our expertise to further unlock the value of the rare earths generated from our operations. Our differentiated, integrated position sets us apart as a global leader in sustainable mining and upgrading solutions."
Third Quarter 2023 Results
(Comparisons are to prior year (Q3 2023 vs. Q3 2022) unless otherwise noted)
The Company recorded third quarter revenue of
Revenue from TiO2 sales was
Zircon revenue decreased
Revenue from other products was
Net loss attributable to Tronox in the quarter was
Adjusted EBITDA of
Sequentially, Adjusted EBITDA decreased
The Company's selling, general and administrative expenses were
Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and Capital Allocation
Tronox ended the quarter with
Free cash flow for the quarter was a use of
Sustainability
As an update on the renewable solar project in
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About Tronox
Tronox Holdings plc is one of the world's leading producers of high-quality titanium products, including titanium dioxide pigment, specialty-grade titanium dioxide products and high-purity titanium chemicals, and zircon. We mine titanium-bearing mineral sands and operate upgrading facilities that produce high-grade titanium feedstock materials, pig iron and other minerals, including the rare earth-bearing mineral, monazite. With approximately 6,500 employees across six continents, our rich diversity, unmatched vertical integration model, and unparalleled operational and technical expertise across the value chain, position Tronox as the preeminent titanium dioxide producer in the world. For more information about how our products add brightness and durability to paints, plastics, paper and other everyday products, visit tronox.com.
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Moreover, we operate in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New risks and uncertainties emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for our management to predict all risks and uncertainties, nor can management assess the impact of all factors on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Although we believe the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance, synergies or achievements. Neither we nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of any of these forward-looking statements. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Unless otherwise required by applicable laws, we undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information or future developments.
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TRONOX HOLDINGS PLC | |||||||
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS ( | |||||||
(UNAUDITED) | |||||||
(Millions of | |||||||
Three Months Ended | Nine Months Ended | ||||||
2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | ||||
Net sales | $ 662 | $ 895 | $ 2,164 | $ 2,805 | |||
Cost of goods sold | 568 | 663 | 1,780 | 2,078 | |||
Gross profit | 94 | 232 | 384 | 727 | |||
Selling, general and administrative expenses | 62 | 69 | 206 | 220 | |||
Venator settlement | — | — | — | 85 | |||
Income from operations | 32 | 163 | 178 | 422 | |||
Interest expense | (42) | (32) | (113) | (92) | |||
Interest income | 4 | 2 | 10 | 6 | |||
Loss on extinguishment of debt | — | — | — | (21) | |||
Other income, net | — | 8 | 6 | 12 | |||
(Loss) income before income taxes | (6) | 141 | 81 | 327 | |||
Income tax (provision) benefit | (8) | (18) | (339) | 187 | |||
Net (loss) income | (14) | 123 | (258) | 514 | |||
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | |||
Net (loss) income attributable to Tronox Holdings plc | $ (14) | $ 121 | $ (260) | $ 512 | |||
(Loss) Earnings per share: | |||||||
Basic | $ (0.09) | $ 0.78 | $ (1.66) | $ 3.30 | |||
Diluted | $ (0.09) | $ 0.77 | $ (1.66) | $ 3.23 | |||
Weighted average shares outstanding, basic (in thousands) | 156,816 | 154,548 | 156,260 | 155,027 | |||
Weighted average shares outstanding, diluted (in thousands) | 156,816 | 156,948 | 156,260 | 158,201 | |||
Other Operating Data: | |||||||
Capital expenditures | 54 | 112 | 202 | 314 | |||
Depreciation, depletion and amortization expense | 67 | 66 | 206 | 201 |
TRONOX HOLDINGS PLC | |||||||
RECONCILIATION OF NON- | |||||||
(UNAUDITED) | |||||||
(Millions of | |||||||
RECONCILIATION OF NET (LOSS) INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO TRONOX HOLDINGS PLC ( | |||||||
TO ADJUSTED NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO TRONOX HOLDINGS PLC (NON- | |||||||
Three Months Ended | Nine Months Ended | ||||||
2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | ||||
Net (loss) income attributable to Tronox Holdings plc ( | $ (14) | $ 121 | $ (260) | $ 512 | |||
Venator settlement (a) | — | — | — | 85 | |||
Loss on extinguishment of debt (b) | — | — | — | 21 | |||
Income tax expense - deferred tax assets (c) | — | 1 | — | (7) | |||
Tax valuation allowance (d) | — | (16) | 293 | (278) | |||
Other (e) | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | |||
Adjusted net income attributable to Tronox Holdings plc (non- | $ (12) | $ 108 | $ 36 | $ 338 | |||
Diluted (loss) net income per share ( | $ (0.09) | $ 0.77 | $ (1.66) | $ 3.23 | |||
Venator settlement, per share | — | — | — | 0.54 | |||
Loss on extinguishment of debt, per share | — | — | — | 0.13 | |||
Income tax expense - deferred tax assets, per share | — | 0.01 | — | (0.04) | |||
Tax valuation allowance, per share | — | (0.10) | 1.87 | (1.76) | |||
Other, per share | 0.01 | 0.02 | 0.02 | 0.03 | |||
Diluted adjusted net income per share attributable to Tronox Holdings plc (non- | $ (0.08) | $ 0.69 | $ 0.23 | $ 2.13 | |||
Weighted average shares outstanding, diluted (in thousands) | 156,816 | 156,948 | 157,053 | 158,201 |
(1) | No income tax impacts have been given to any item as they were recorded in jurisdictions with full valuation allowances. |
(2) | Diluted adjusted net income per share attributable to Tronox Holdings plc was calculated from exact, not rounded Adjusted net income attributable to Tronox Holdings plc and share information. |
(a) | Represents the breakage fee including interest associated with the Venator settlement which were recorded in "Venator settlement" in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. |
(b) | 2022 amount represents the loss in connection with the redemption of the |
(c) | Represents a charge to tax expense for the impact on deferred tax assets from a change in tax rates in a foreign tax jurisdiction. |
(d) | Represents changes within the Company's Australian deferred tax assets' valuation allowance. |
(e) | Represents other activity not representative of the ongoing operations of the Company. |
TRONOX HOLDINGS PLC | |||
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS | |||
(UNAUDITED) | |||
(Millions of | |||
September 30, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | ||
ASSETS | |||
Current Assets | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 246 | $ 164 | |
Accounts receivable (net of allowance for credit losses of | 286 | 377 | |
Inventories, net | 1,422 | 1,278 | |
Prepaid and other assets | 175 | 135 | |
Income taxes receivable | 3 | 6 | |
Total current assets | 2,132 | 1,960 | |
Noncurrent Assets | |||
Property, plant and equipment, net | 1,770 | 1,830 | |
Mineral leaseholds, net | 655 | 701 | |
Intangible assets, net | 245 | 250 | |
Lease right of use assets, net | 131 | 136 | |
Deferred tax assets | 923 | 1,233 | |
Other long-term assets | 184 | 196 | |
Total assets | $ 6,040 | $ 6,306 | |
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY | |||
Current Liabilities | |||
Accounts payable | $ 370 | $ 486 | |
Accrued liabilities | 199 | 252 | |
Short-term lease liabilities | 20 | 20 | |
Short-term debt | 17 | 50 | |
Long-term debt due within one year | 26 | 24 | |
Income taxes payable | 11 | 18 | |
Total current liabilities | 643 | 850 | |
Noncurrent Liabilities | |||
Long-term debt, net | 2,788 | 2,464 | |
Pension and postretirement healthcare benefits | 90 | 89 | |
Asset retirement obligations | 155 | 153 | |
Environmental liabilities | 47 | 51 | |
Long-term lease liabilities | 104 | 110 | |
Deferred tax liabilities | 143 | 153 | |
Other long-term liabilities | 34 | 33 | |
Total liabilities | 4,004 | 3,903 | |
Commitments and Contingencies | |||
Shareholders' Equity | |||
Tronox Holdings plc ordinary shares, par value | 2 | 2 | |
Capital in excess of par value | 2,058 | 2,043 | |
Retained earnings | 760 | 1,080 | |
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (827) | (768) | |
Total Tronox Holdings plc shareholders' equity | 1,993 | 2,357 | |
Noncontrolling interest | 43 | 46 | |
Total equity | 2,036 | 2,403 | |
Total liabilities and equity | $ 6,040 | $ 6,306 |
TRONOX HOLDINGS PLC | |||
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS | |||
(UNAUDITED) | |||
(Millions of | |||
Nine Months Ended | |||
2023 | 2022 | ||
Cash Flows from Operating Activities: | |||
Net (loss) income | $ (258) | $ 514 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to net cash provided by operating activities: | |||
Depreciation, depletion and amortization | 206 | 201 | |
Deferred income taxes | 314 | (241) | |
Share-based compensation expense | 15 | 21 | |
Amortization of deferred debt issuance costs and discount on debt | 6 | 6 | |
Loss on extinguishment of debt | - | 21 | |
Other non-cash items affecting net (loss) income | 34 | 51 | |
Changes in assets and liabilities: | |||
Decrease in accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses | 84 | 7 | |
Increase in inventories, net | (141) | (151) | |
Decrease in prepaid and other assets | 5 | 16 | |
Decrease in accounts payable and accrued liabilities | (154) | (55) | |
Net changes in income tax payables and receivables | (5) | 17 | |
Changes in other non-current assets and liabilities | (32) | (49) | |
Cash provided by operating activities | 74 | 358 | |
Cash Flows from Investing Activities: | |||
Capital expenditures | (202) | (314) | |
Proceeds from sale of assets | 3 | 3 | |
Cash used in investing activities | (199) | (311) | |
Cash Flows from Financing Activities: | |||
Repayments of short-term debt | (136) | (24) | |
Repayments of long-term debt | (13) | (511) | |
Proceeds from long-term debt | 347 | 396 | |
Proceeds from short-term debt | 81 | 87 | |
Repurchase of common stock | - | (50) | |
Call premiums paid | - | (18) | |
Debt issuance costs | (3) | (4) | |
Dividends paid | (69) | (60) | |
Cash provided by (used in) financing activities | 207 | (184) | |
Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents | - | (4) | |
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents | 82 | (141) | |
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period | 164 | 232 | |
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | $ 246 | $ 91 |
TRONOX HOLDINGS PLC | |||||||
RECONCILIATION OF NET (LOSS) INCOME TO EBITDA AND ADJUSTED EBITDA (NON- | |||||||
(UNAUDITED) | |||||||
(Millions of | |||||||
Three Months Ended | Nine Months Ended | ||||||
2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | ||||
Net (loss) income ( | $ (14) | $ 123 | (258) | 514 | |||
Interest expense | 42 | 32 | 113 | 92 | |||
Interest income | (4) | (2) | (10) | (6) | |||
Income tax provision (benefit) | 8 | 18 | 339 | (187) | |||
Depreciation, depletion and amortization expense | 67 | 66 | 206 | 201 | |||
EBITDA (non- | 99 | 237 | 390 | 614 | |||
Share-based compensation (a) | 4 | 7 | 15 | 21 | |||
Venator settlement (b) | — | — | — | 85 | |||
Loss on extinguishment of debt (c) | — | — | — | 21 | |||
Foreign currency remeasurement (d) | (1) | (5) | (7) | (1) | |||
Other items (e) | 14 | 8 | 32 | 22 | |||
Adjusted EBITDA (non- | $ 116 | $ 247 | $ 430 | $ 762 |
(a) | Represents non-cash share-based compensation. |
(b) | Represents breakage fee including interest associated with the Venator settlement which were recorded in "Venator settlement" in the unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. |
(c) | 2022 amount represents the loss in connection with the redemption of the |
(d) | Represents realized and unrealized gains and losses associated with foreign currency remeasurement related to third-party and intercompany receivables and liabilities denominated in a currency other than the functional currency of the entity holding them, which are included in "Other income, net" in the unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. |
(e) | Includes noncash pension and postretirement costs, asset retirement obligation remeasurements, asset write-offs, accretion expense and other items included in "Selling general and administrative expenses", "Cost of goods sold" and "Other income, net" in the unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. |
TRONOX HOLDINGS PLC | ||||||
FREE CASH FLOW (NON- | ||||||
(UNAUDITED) | ||||||
(Millions of | ||||||
The following table reconciles cash used in operating activities to free cash flow for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023: | ||||||
Nine Months Ended | Six Months Ended | Three Months Ended | ||||
Cash provided by operating activities | $ 74 | $ 57 | $ 17 | |||
Capital expenditures | (202) | (148) | (54) | |||
Free cash flow (non- | $ (128) | $ (91) | $ (37) |
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