Ecovyst Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) will hold a conference call and audio-only webcast on May 4, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss its first quarter 2023 financial results. Investors can join by calling 1 (800) 267-6316 domestically or 1 (203) 518-9848 internationally, using the participant code ECVTQ123. The live webcast will be available at Ecovyst Investor Relations, with a replay accessible shortly after the event. Ecovyst is recognized for its specialty catalysts and services, aiming to enhance sustainability through its operations. The company operates two main businesses: Ecoservices, focusing on sulfuric acid recycling, and Catalyst Technologies, which provides essential catalysts for various industrial applications.

Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) announced the sale of 11,490,444 shares of its common stock by funds affiliated with CCMP Capital Advisors. This sale will occur under a shelf registration statement with the SEC. The Selling Stockholders will receive all proceeds from the offering, while the Company plans to repurchase 3,000,000 shares at the same price per share as the offering, using cash on hand and operational cash flow. The completion of the buyback is contingent on the offering's closure, which depends on market conditions. Jefferies is the underwriter for this offering.

Ecovyst reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2022, with sales of $820.2 million, up 34.2% year-over-year. The company achieved a net income of $69.8 million and an Adjusted EBITDA of $276.8 million, reflecting a 21.6% increase. The fourth quarter sales reached $182.8 million, up 7.4%, with a net income margin of 11.8%. The company repurchased 16.5 million shares totaling $136.7 million. Ecovyst maintained a net debt leverage ratio of 2.8x as of year-end 2022. Looking ahead, the company expects sales between $760 million to $790 million for 2023.

Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) will host a conference call on February 28, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. ET to discuss its fourth quarter 2022 financial results. Investors can participate by calling 1 (800) 579-2543 domestically or 1 (203) 518-9708 internationally, using the code ECVTQ422. An audio-only webcast will also be available on the company's investor website. Ecovyst specializes in providing specialty catalysts and services, with a focus on sustainability through products and services in the refining and industrial sectors.

Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) announced that Gene Shiels, Director of Investor Relations, will present at the Bank of America 2022 Leveraged Finance Conference on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at 10:10 a.m. EST. The presentation will be available via a simultaneous webcast, accessible to the media, investors, and the public through the company's website. The archived webcast will remain available for 90 days post-event. Ecovyst specializes in innovative specialty catalysts and services aimed at enhancing environmental sustainability.

Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) announced the pricing of an upsized public offering of 17.5 million shares at $8.25 each, set to close on November 17, 2022. The proceeds will go to selling stockholders, with the company planning to repurchase 8 million shares from underwriters simultaneously. The share repurchase will be financed through cash on hand and operational cash flow. Goldman Sachs & Co., Deutsche Bank Securities, and Credit Suisse lead the offering. This transaction may enhance shareholder value through stock buyback.

Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) announced the sale of 16 million shares by funds associated with CCMP Capital Advisors. The Selling Stockholders have granted a 30-day option for underwriters to buy an additional 2.4 million shares. The company plans to repurchase 8 million shares from the underwriters at the offering price, funded by cash on hand and operations. This transaction is expected to close simultaneously with the offering, subject to market conditions. The total offering is part of a shelf registration statement filed with the SEC.