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- **$110M Industrial Specialties Sale**: Proceeds to reduce debt, with 2026 close expected.
- **Q3 Resilience**: 33.5% EBITDA margin, $118M free cash flow, and 2.7x net leverage (vs. 2.8x target).
- **Segment Performance**: PM flat to down year-over-year, APT down mid-teens, Road Technologies record sales.
- **Strategic Moves**: New PM leader Ruth Castillo, $25M share buybacks, and December Investor Update on portfolio review.

**【Management Opening Remarks】**
- Announced the sale of Industrial Specialties business for $110 million, expected to close in early 2026, with proceeds to be used for debt reduction.
- Highlighted strong Q3 execution across segments: Performance Materials and Road Technologies delivered record sales, while APT faced challenges from weak end-market demand and competitive dynamics.
- Appointed Ruth Castillo as leader of Performance Materials, emphasizing strategic growth and operational improvements.
- Provided full-year guidance, including free cash flow and net leverage targets, with plans to accelerate debt reduction.

**【CEO Commentary】**
- Q3 results demonstrated resilience across businesses, with Performance Materials and Road Technologies outperforming despite global auto production challenges.
- Emphasized the company's strategic focus on profitable growth, disciplined capital allocation, and operational efficiency.
- Highlighted the importance of the automotive industry's shift to hybrids and fuel-efficient ICE platforms for future demand in Performance Materials.
- Announced an Investor Update on December 8 to discuss strategic portfolio review and future business direction.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Total company sales of $362 million for Q3, down 4% year-over-year, driven by lower Industrial Specialties sales and APT challenges.
- Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 33.5%, reflecting cost control and lower raw material costs.
- Free cash flow of $118 million enabled $25 million in share repurchases and net leverage reduction to 2.7x, ahead of target.
- Full-year guidance updated to reflect ongoing challenges in APT and stable Performance Materials outlook.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- Performance Materials segment resilience despite supply chain disruptions (aluminum plant fires, chip shortages) and tariffs, with Q3 results demonstrating operational strength.
- APT segment faced weak demand in footwear/apparel and competitive pressures in China, but maintained 26% EBITDA margin through cost management.
- Divestiture of Industrial Specialties expected to contribute $40 million annual free cash flow and reduce stranded costs by $15 million by 2026.
- Management reaffirmed commitment to disciplined capital allocation and debt reduction, with plans to use sale proceeds for further deleveraging.

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