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Tronox Holdings plc

TROX

Industrial

1w

Impact of Macro and Trade Environment on Demand and Pricing

Weaker demand across most end markets due to macroeconomic pressures, elevated interest rates, tariff uncertainties, and subdued construction activity.
Delays in Brazil's antidumping investigation allowed Chinese producers to exploit a gap between provisional and final duties, affecting market dynamics.
Early sales momentum in India following duties in May, with the Australia-India free trade agreement providing a strategic advantage for TiO2 sales.
Market share and demand fluctuations driven by regional trade policies, with notable strength in India and challenges in Europe and China.

ACCO Brands Corporation

ACCO

Industrial

2w

Impact of U.S. Tariffs and Trade Environment on Business Strategy

The company has made significant progress on its $100 million multiyear cost reduction program, achieving over $40 million in savings, partly driven by tariff mitigation actions.
Approximately 60% of ACCO's sales are outside the U.S., which are not impacted by U.S. tariffs, providing a strategic advantage.
ACCO has announced two strategic price increases to offset tariff costs and maintain profitability amid evolving trade tensions.
The company has accelerated production shifts to cost-competitive countries and secured better terms with third-party manufacturers to navigate tariffs.
Management highlighted the importance of a China plus one approach in the U.S. to mitigate trade risks and maintain supply chain resilience.
The ongoing tariff environment introduces a high level of market uncertainty, influencing demand and pricing strategies.

Olin Corporation

OLN

Industrial

2w

Impact of Tariffs on Caustic Soda Trade Flows and Market Stability

Olin continues to see strength in caustic soda supply and demand, with stable demand and some short-term headwinds due to tariff threats.
Potential retaliatory tariffs, especially in South America, could shift trade flows and cause short-term market noise.
Management expects a 1-2 month period of market disruption if retaliatory tariffs are implemented, with a need for re-establishing trade routes.

KAI

Industrial

2w

Impact of Global Trade Policies and Tariffs on Business Operations

Trade policy uncertainty and evolving tariffs, especially on steel imports and Chinese tariffs, significantly impact project timing and costs.
Tariffs on steel increased from 25% to 50% in June, affecting costs and supplier negotiations.
China tariffs reduced from 145% to 30% in May, offering some mitigation opportunities.
Market uncertainty caused customers to delay capital equipment orders, affecting revenue recognition and cost planning.
Management emphasizes ongoing efforts to mitigate tariff impacts through supplier negotiations, cost sharing, and manufacturing adjustments.

Genuine Parts Company

GPC

Industrial

3w

Impact of US Tariffs and Trade Uncertainty on Business Operations

Management highlighted ongoing internal activity to manage tariffs, including a global cross-functional command center meeting multiple times a week.
A proprietary digital tariff calculator was showcased to help customers understand their exposure and solutions.
Tariffs did not significantly impact results through Q2 but are expected to influence the back half of 2025.
Management emphasized the fluidity of the tariff environment, with potential for further impacts depending on changes in scope and magnitude.
Focus on leveraging global relationships and transparency to support customers during tariff uncertainties.