Earnings jump at Ternium (NYSE: TX) as Q1 2026 margins expand
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6-K/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Ternium S.A. reported solid first quarter 2026 results, with net sales of $3,934 million, essentially flat year-over-year but slightly higher than the prior quarter. Operating income rose to $290 million, reflecting better realized steel prices and lower unit costs.
Adjusted EBITDA increased to $479 million, giving a margin of 12% compared with 8% a year earlier, while net income more than doubled year-over-year to $372 million. Earnings attributable to shareholders reached $213 million, or $1.09 per ADS.
Cash from operations was $217 million, but heavy capital expenditures of $406 million and a $315 million purchase of Usiminas shares led to negative free cash flow and a lower net cash position of $0.3 billion at March 31, 2026.
Positive
- Profitability and margins improved significantly, with Adjusted EBITDA rising to $479 million and margin reaching 12% in 1Q26, compared with $322 million and 8% in 1Q25.
- Net income more than doubled year-over-year, increasing to $372 million in 1Q26 from $142 million in 1Q25, supported by stronger operations and a sizable deferred tax gain.
Negative
- Free cash flow was materially negative at -$189 million in 1Q26, as capital expenditures of $406 million and a $315 million Usiminas share purchase exceeded cash from operations.
- Net cash position declined substantially, falling to $0.3 billion at March 31, 2026 from $0.7 billion at December 31, 2025, reflecting higher borrowings and intensive investment spending.
Insights
Margins and earnings improved strongly, but heavy capex and investments reduced net cash and free cash flow.
Ternium delivered a stronger quarter operationally. Net sales were $3,934 million, essentially flat year-over-year, but Adjusted EBITDA climbed to $479 million, up from $322 million in 1Q25. The 12% EBITDA margin versus 8% a year earlier shows meaningful margin expansion driven by higher realized steel prices and lower unit costs.
Net income increased to $372 million from $142 million in 1Q25, helped by a deferred tax gain of $132 million. There was also a $48 million charge to the provision for ongoing Usiminas-related litigation, which partially offset that benefit. Earnings to equity holders reached $213 million, or $1.09 per ADS.
Cash generation was weaker than accounting profits. Operating cash flow was $217 million, while capital expenditures of $406 million and a $315 million acquisition of additional Usiminas shares produced negative free cash flow of -$189 million. Net cash declined to $0.3 billion at March 31, 2026 from $0.7 billion at year-end, as borrowing increased to fund both growth projects and investments.
Key Figures
Net sales: $3,934 million
Adjusted EBITDA: $479 million
Adjusted EBITDA margin: 12%
+5 more
8 metrics
Net sales
$3,934 million
Consolidated net sales in Q1 2026
Adjusted EBITDA
$479 million
Q1 2026, up from $322 million in Q1 2025
Adjusted EBITDA margin
12%
As a share of net sales in Q1 2026
Net income
$372 million
Consolidated profit for Q1 2026
Earnings per ADS
$1.09
Owners of the parent, Q1 2026
Free cash flow
-$189 million
Net cash provided by operating activities minus capex, Q1 2026
Usiminas share purchase
$315 million
Acquisition of 153.1 million ordinary shares in Q1 2026
Net cash position
$0.3 billion
Net cash at March 31, 2026, down from $0.7 billion at year-end
Key Terms
Adjusted EBITDA, Free Cash Flow, Net Cash, non-controlling interest, +2 more
6 terms
Adjusted EBITDA financial
"This press release includes certain non-IFRS alternative performance measures such as Adjusted EBITDA, Cash Operating Income..."
Adjusted EBITDA is a way companies measure how much money they make from their core operations, like running a business, by removing certain costs or income that aren’t part of regular business activities. It helps investors see how well a company is doing without distractions from unusual expenses or gains, making it easier to compare companies or track performance over time.
Free Cash Flow financial
"This press release includes certain non-IFRS alternative performance measures such as Adjusted EBITDA, Cash Operating Income, Free Cash Flow and Net Cash."
Free cash flow is the amount of money a company has left over after paying all its expenses and investing in its business, like buying equipment or updating facilities. It shows how much cash is available to reward shareholders, pay down debt, or save for future growth. This helps investors understand if a company is financially healthy and able to grow.
Net Cash financial
"The company’s Net Cash position decreased to $327 million at the end of March 2026..."
Net cash is the amount of money a company has after subtracting any debts or obligations from its total cash holdings. It shows how much cash would remain if the company used its available funds to pay off its debts. For investors, positive net cash indicates financial health and flexibility, while negative net cash may suggest potential difficulties in meeting financial commitments.
non-controlling interest financial
"Equity Holder’s Net Income was $213 million in the period, mainly after accounting for the participation of a 62.5% non-controlling interest in Usiminas..."
Non-controlling interest represents the portion of ownership in a company held by investors who do not have a controlling stake, meaning they do not have enough voting power to make major decisions. It is similar to owning a minority share of a business partner’s company—while they benefit from profits, they cannot control how the company is run. This matters to investors because it shows how much of the company's value is owned by outside shareholders and affects overall financial reporting.
provision for ongoing litigation financial
"a loss of $48 million in connection with the provision for ongoing litigation concerning the acquisition of a participation in Usiminas"
IAS 34 regulatory
"financial statements prepared in accordance with IAS 34 “Interim financial reporting” (IFRS)."
IAS 34 is an international accounting standard that requires companies to prepare interim financial reports—shorter updates like quarterly or half‑year statements—showing condensed but reliable information on profit, assets and cash flow between annual reports. It matters to investors because these regular snapshots make it easier to spot trends, risks or improvements sooner than waiting for a full-year report, much like checking a progress report between school terms to track performance and momentum.
FORM 6 - K/A
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Report of Foreign Private Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a - 16 or 15d - 16 of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
As of 5/5/2026
Ternium S.A.
(Translation of Registrant’s name into English)
Ternium S.A.
26, Boulevard Royal - 4th floor
L-2449 Luxembourg
(352) 2668-3152
(Address of principal executive offices)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or 40-F.
Form 20-F a Form 40-F __
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12G3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Yes __ No a
If “Yes” is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the registrant in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b):
Not applicable
EXPLANATORY NOTE
Ternium S.A. (the “Company”) is filing this Amendment on Form 6-K/A (this “Amendment”) to its First Quarter of 2026 Results Press Release on Form 6-K, dated May 5, 2026 (the “Original 6-K”), solely to add the cover page and the signature page that are missing in the original filing. Except as specifically described in this explanatory note, this Amendment does not amend, modify or update any disclosures contained in the Original 6-K.
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The attached material is being furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to Rule 13a-16 and Form 6-K under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
This report contains Ternium S.A.’s press release announcing first quarter 2026 results.
SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
TERNIUM S.A.
By: /s/ Guillermo Etchepareborda By: /s/ Sebastián Martí
Name: Guillermo Etchepareborda Name: Sebastián Martí
Title: Attorney in Fact Title: Attorney in Fact
Dated: May 5, 2026
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Sebastián Martí
Ternium - Investor Relations
+1 (866) 890 0443
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www.ternium.com
Ternium Announces First Quarter of 2026 Results
Luxembourg, May 5, 2026 – Ternium S.A. (NYSE: TX) today announced its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.
The financial information contained in this press release is based on Ternium S.A.’s consolidated condensed interim financial statements prepared in accordance with IAS 34 “Interim financial reporting” (IFRS). Interim financial figures are unaudited. The financial and operational information is presented in U.S. Dollars ($) and metric tons, except otherwise indicated. This press release includes certain non-IFRS alternative performance measures such as Adjusted EBITDA, Cash Operating Income, Free Cash Flow and Net Cash. The reconciliation of these figures to the most directly comparable IFRS measures is included in Exhibit I.
First Quarter of 2026 Highlights
SHIPMENTS - STEEL PRODUCTS | ADJUSTED EBITDA | NET INCOME | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3.7 MILLION TONS |  | $479 MILLION |  | $372 MILLION | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
SHIPMENTS - MINING SEGMENT | ADJUSTED EBITDA MARGIN | EARNINGS PER ADS | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2.8 MILLION TONS |  | 12% | | $1.09 | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES | CAPEX | NET CASH POSITION | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
$217 MILLION | | $406 MILLION | | $327 MILLION | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note: Figures compared to fourth quarter of 2025.
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Summary of First Quarter of 2026
| CONSOLIDATED | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | DIF | 1Q25 | DIF | |||||||||||||||
| Steel Products Shipments (thousand tons) | 3,709 | 3,727 | 0 | % | 3,857 | -4 | % | |||||||||||||
| Mining Segment Shipments (thousand tons) | 2,826 | 3,361 | -16 | % | 3,059 | -8 | % | |||||||||||||
| Net Sales ($ million) | 3,934 | 3,775 | 4 | % | 3,933 | 0 | % | |||||||||||||
| Operating Income ($ million) | 290 | 159 | 82 | % | 132 | 120 | % | |||||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA ($ million) | 479 | 395 | 21 | % | 322 | 48 | % | |||||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA Margin (% of net sales) | 12 | % | 10 | % | 8 | % | ||||||||||||||
| Net Income ($ million) | 372 | 171 | 142 | |||||||||||||||||
| Equity Holders’ Net Income ($ million) | 213 | 122 | 67 | |||||||||||||||||
| Earnings per ADS ($) | 1.09 | 0.62 | 0.34 | |||||||||||||||||
Note: Each American Depositary Share, or ADS, represents 10 shares of Ternium’s common stock. Results are based on a weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding (net of treasury shares) of 1,963,076,776.
First Quarter of 2026 Highlights
Ternium’s Adjusted EBITDA increased sequentially by 21% in the first quarter of 2026, to $479 million. This improvement was primarily driven by higher realized steel prices across the company’s main steel markets, partially offset by higher raw material and purchased slab costs. Sales volumes in Mexico gathered pace, supported by better fundamentals in the commercial market. In Brazil, the steel business climate has improved, following the trade measures introduced by the government to promote a balanced competitive environment. Meanwhile, demand in the Southern Region eased, reflecting both a slowdown in Argentina’s economic activity and seasonal consumption patterns.
Ternium’s net income in the first quarter of 2026 reached $372 million. This result includes deferred tax gains amounting to $132 million and a $48 million loss stemming from the quarterly update of the value of a provision for ongoing litigation related to the acquisition of a participation in Usiminas in 2012.
Ternium invested $406 million in the first quarter of 2026, primarily for the expansion of its industrial center in Pesquería, Mexico. The company completed the downstream expansion of the facility and advanced as planned with the ramp-up of a new cold-rolling mill and a new galvanizing line, while also progressing with its upstream expansion program. In this regard, Ternium expects to commence operations in the new steel shop by the end of the year. In addition, the company finalized the previously announced acquisition of 153.1 million ordinary shares of Usiminas from Nippon Steel Corporation and Mitsubishi Corporation for a total consideration of $315 million.
Cash flow from operating activities amounted to $217 million after a $233 million increase in working capital, mostly related to higher trade receivables. Furthermore, Ternium received $150 million from Techgen, a power producer in which it holds a non‑controlling interest, following the full repayment and cancellation of its loan.
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The company’s net cash position stood at $327 million at the end of March 2026, compared to $712 million at the end of December 2025.
Outlook
Ternium expects Adjusted EBITDA to increase in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the first quarter, driven by higher shipments and improved margins. Shipments are expected to rise primarily in Mexico and Argentina. Higher revenue per ton, especially in Mexico and Brazil, is anticipated to support the increase in Adjusted EBITDA margin, while higher costs per ton across Ternium’s markets should partially offset these gains.
In Mexico, the company expects continued growth in commercial market shipments during the second quarter of 2026, as a significant destocking in the value chain throughout 2025 is giving way to a normalization of apparent demand. In addition, several infrastructure projects are beginning to progress and could contribute additional demand in the coming quarters.
In Brazil, steel consumption remains broadly stable, with resilience in the automotive sector offset by weaker demand in agribusiness-related industries. The government has taken initial measures to defend the local industry against unfair trade, including antidumping duties on cold-rolled and coated products. As these measures gain traction and currently elevated inventory levels of imported material normalize, Usiminas’ shipments should begin to improve.
In Argentina, after an initial recovery in 2025, demand in 2026 is growing unevenly. Mining, energy, and agriculture continue to perform well, while construction is improving slightly but remains soft. Metal-mechanical and home appliance sectors are lagging, affected by weak domestic consumption and increased competition from imports.
Analysis of First Quarter of 2026 Results
Consolidated Net Sales
| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | DIF | 1Q25 | DIF | |||||||||||||||
| Steel segment | 3,814 | 3,624 | 5 | % | 3,801 | 0 | % | |||||||||||||
| Mining segment - third parties | 120 | 150 | -20 | % | 132 | -9 | % | |||||||||||||
| Total net sales | 3,934 | 3,775 | 4 | % | 3,933 | 0 | % | |||||||||||||
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Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA in the first quarter of 2026 equals Net Income adjusted to exclude:
◦Depreciation and amortization;
◦Income tax results;
◦Net financial results;
◦Equity in earnings of non-consolidated companies; and
◦Provision for ongoing litigation related to the acquisition of a participation in Usiminas.
And adjusted to include the proportional EBITDA in Unigal (70% participation).
Adjusted EBITDA margin equals adjusted EBITDA divided by net sales.
For more information see Exhibit I - Alternative performance measures - “Adjusted EBITDA”.
ADJUSTED EBITDA $ MILLION | ||
Steel Segment First Quarter of 2026 Results
The Steel Segment’s net sales increased sequentially in the period mainly as a result of better realized steel prices across Ternium’s main steel markets.
SHIPMENTS - STEEL PRODUCTS MILLION TONS | ||
On a year-over-year basis, net sales were almost unchanged, as higher realized steel prices were offset by a decline in shipments.
NET SALES - STEEL SEGMENT $ BILLION | ||
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In Mexico, steel shipments increased, with a significant level of activity in the commercial market as a result of more effective defenses against unfairly traded imports, balanced inventories in the value chain and a seasonal rebound in activity.
In Brazil, Usiminas has prioritized profitability over shipment volumes, amid a more volatile scenario for energy and transportation costs. Consequently, steel shipments in the first quarter of 2026 recorded a modest sequential decline.
In the Southern Region, demand for steel products has moderated, reflecting slower activity in Argentina’s industrial sector. Additionally, steel shipments fell sequentially in the first quarter of 2026 consistent with seasonally weaker activity.
In Other Markets, shipments in the first quarter of 2026 remained relatively unchanged sequentially, while they declined year-over-year mainly reflecting lower sales in the US market.
SHIPMENTS BY REGION - STEEL PRODUCTS MILLION TONS | ||
| STEEL SEGMENT | NET SALES ($ MILLION) | SHIPMENTS (THOUSAND TONS) | REVENUE/TON ($/TON) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1Q26 | 4Q25 | DIF | 1Q25 | DIF | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | DIF | 1Q25 | DIF | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | DIF | 1Q25 | DIF | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mexico | 1,985 | 1,775 | 12 | % | 1,767 | 12 | % | 1,983 | 1,887 | 5 | % | 1,911 | 4 | % | 1,001 | 940 | 6 | % | 924 | 8 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brazil | 919 | 876 | 5 | % | 940 | -2 | % | 945 | 965 | -2 | % | 1,005 | -6 | % | 972 | 909 | 7 | % | 936 | 4 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Southern Region | 481 | 581 | -17 | % | 544 | -12 | % | 460 | 567 | -19 | % | 489 | -6 | % | 1,044 | 1,024 | 2 | % | 1,112 | -6 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Other Markets | 355 | 323 | 10 | % | 468 | -24 | % | 320 | 307 | 4 | % | 452 | -29 | % | 1,109 | 1,051 | 5 | % | 1,037 | 7 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Steel Products | 3,739 | 3,555 | 5 | % | 3,719 | 1 | % | 3,709 | 3,727 | 0 | % | 3,857 | -4 | % | 1,008 | 954 | 6 | % | 964 | 5 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Other Products | 75 | 69 | 9 | % | 82 | -8 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Steel Segment | 3,814 | 3,624 | 5 | % | 3,801 | 0 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Steel Segment’s Cash Operating Income increased by $68 million sequentially in the first quarter of 2026, mainly reflecting an increase in realized steel prices that was partially offset by higher raw material and purchased slab costs.
Year-over-year, the Steel Segment’s Cash Operating Income increased by $134 million in the quarter, as
higher margins were partially offset by lower shipments. The margin expansion was supported by higher realized steel prices and lower unit costs. The year‑over‑year cost reduction reflected both lower raw material and purchased slab prices, as well as the positive impact of the company’s continuous efforts to improve efficiency.
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CASH OPERATING INCOME - STEEL SEGMENT $ MILLION | ||
CASH OPERATING INCOME PER TON AND MARGIN - STEEL SEGMENT $/TON, % | ||
Note: For a reconciliation of the Steel Segment’s Cash Operating Income and Cash Operating Income per Ton and Margin to the most directly comparable IFRS measures, see Exhibit I - Alternative performance measures - “Cash Operating Income - Steel Segment”.
Mining Segment First Quarter of 2026 Results
Net sales in the Mining Segment declined sequentially in the first quarter of 2026 driven by lower sales volumes, amid unusually intense rains affecting operations in Brazil, partially offset by higher revenue per ton.
On a year-over-year basis, net sales posted a slight increase, as higher revenue per ton was largely offset by reduced shipment volumes.
SHIPMENTS - MINING SEGMENT MILLION TONS | ||
NET SALES - MINING SEGMENT $ MILLION | ||
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| MINING SEGMENT | NET SALES ($ MILLION) | SHIPMENTS (THOUSAND TONS) | REVENUE/TON ($/TON) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1Q26 | 4Q25 | DIF | 1Q25 | DIF | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | DIF | 1Q25 | DIF | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | DIF | 1Q25 | DIF | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Third parties | 120 | 150 | -20 | % | 132 | -9 | % | 1,463 | 1,870 | -22 | % | 1,791 | -18 | % | 82 | 80 | 2 | % | 74 | 11 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Intercompany | 164 | 159 | 3 | % | 148 | 10 | % | 1,364 | 1,491 | -9 | % | 1,268 | 8 | % | 120 | 106 | 13 | % | 117 | 3 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | 284 | 309 | -8 | % | 280 | 1 | % | 2,826 | 3,361 | -16 | % | 3,059 | -8 | % | 100 | 92 | 9 | % | 92 | 10 | % | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Mining Segment’s Cash Operating Income increased sequentially and year-over-year in the first quarter of 2026, supported by higher realized iron ore
prices. This was partially offset by lower sales volumes and higher unit costs.
CASH OPERATING INCOME - MINING SEGMENT $ MILLION | ||
CASH OPERATING INCOME PER TON AND MARGIN - MINING SEGMENT $/TON, % | ||
Note: For a reconciliation of the Mining Segment’s Cash Operating Income and Cash Operating Income per Ton and Margin to the most directly comparable IFRS measures, see Exhibit I - Alternative performance measures - “Cash Operating Income - Mining Segment”.
Net Financial Results
Net financial results were a gain of $22 million for the first quarter of 2026, primarily driven by the positive performance of Ternium’s financial investments and foreign exchange results. Foreign exchange gains were
mainly related to the positive effect of the appreciation of the Brazilian Real and the Mexican Peso against the US Dollar on net long local currency positions at Ternium Brasil and Ternium Mexico, respectively.
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| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
| Net interest result | 14 | 5 | 14 | |||||||||||
| Net foreign exchange result | 15 | (19) | 31 | |||||||||||
| Change in fair value of financial assets | 11 | 14 | 29 | |||||||||||
| Other financial expense, net | (17) | (25) | (11) | |||||||||||
| Net financial results | 22 | (24) | 63 | |||||||||||
Income Tax Results
Ternium’s subsidiaries use the U.S. dollar as their functional currency; as a result, fluctuations between their local currencies and the U.S. dollar lead to the recognition of deferred tax results.
The company recorded a deferred tax gain of $132 million in the first quarter of 2026. This was mainly driven by a reduction in the deferred tax position of
Ternium Argentina, reflecting the impact of high local inflation and the appreciation of the Argentine Peso against the US Dollar, as well as a decrease in the deferred tax position of Usiminas, primarily due to the appreciation of the Brazilian Real against the US Dollar.
| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
| Current income tax expense | (39) | (54) | (25) | |||||||||||
| Deferred tax gain | 132 | 94 | 3 | |||||||||||
| Write-down of deferred tax assets at Las Encinas | — | (23) | — | |||||||||||
| Income tax | 93 | 17 | (23) | |||||||||||
Net Result
In the first quarter of 2026, Ternium’s net income amounted to $372 million, including a deferred tax gain of $132 million and a loss of $48 million in connection with the provision for ongoing litigation concerning the acquisition of a participation in Usiminas, on account of interest accruals and the
appreciation of the Brazilian Real.
Equity Holder’s Net Income was $213 million in the period, or $1.09 per ADS, mainly after accounting for the participation of a 62.5% non-controlling interest in Usiminas and a 37.4% non-controlling interest in Ternium Argentina
NET INCOME (LOSS) $ MILLION | ||
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| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
Net income | 372 | 171 | 142 | |||||||||||
| Excluding non-controlling interest | (159) | (49) | (75) | |||||||||||
| Owners of the parent | 213 | 122 | 67 | |||||||||||
| $ per ADS | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
| Earnings per ADS | 1.09 | 0.62 | 0.34 | |||||||||||
Cash Flow and Liquidity
In the first quarter of 2026, cash from operations amounted to $217 million. Working capital increased by $233 million reflecting a $174 million net increase in trade and other receivables and a $70 million increase in inventories, partially offset by a $11 million net increase in trade payables and other liabilities.
CASH FROM OPERATIONS, CHANGES IN WORKING CAPITAL $ BILLION | ||
n Cash from operations n Decrease (Increase) in working capital | ||
Capital expenditures totaled $406 million, primarily reflecting the progress made in the construction of the new facilities at Ternium’s industrial center in Pesquería, Mexico. The company completed the facilities’ downstream expansion, with start-up of a new cold rolling mill and a new galvanizing facility, and advanced the construction of a new steel shop.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES $ MILLION | ||
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Alongside the development of its capital expenditure program, in the first quarter of 2026 Ternium acquired 153.1 million ordinary shares of Usiminas for a total consideration of $315 million. In addition, the company received $150 million from Techgen in connection with the full repayment and cancellation of its loan. Techgen is a joint venture company in which Ternium participates together with its affiliates Tenaris and Tecpetrol. It supplies electricity to the company’s facilities through a 900-megawatt power plant located in Pesquería, Mexico.
The company’s Net Cash position decreased to $327 million at the end of March 2026, compared to Net Cash position of $712 million as of the end of December 2025.
NET CASH POSITION $ BILLION | ||
Conference Call and Webcast
Ternium will host a conference call on May 6, 2026, at 8:00am ET in which management will discuss first quarter of 2026 results. A webcast link will be available in the Investor Center section of the company’s website at www.ternium.com.
Forward Looking Statements
Some of the statements contained in this press release are “forward-looking statements”. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current views and assumptions and involve known and unknown risks that could cause actual results, performance or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by those statements. These risks include but are not limited to risks arising from uncertainties as to gross domestic product, related market demand, global production capacity, tariffs, cyclicality in the industries that purchase steel products, and other factors beyond Ternium’s control.
About Ternium
Ternium is a leading steel producer in the Americas, providing advanced steel products to a wide range of manufacturing industries and the construction sector. We invest in low carbon emissions steelmaking technologies to support the energy transition and the mobility of the future. We also support the development of our communities, especially through educational programs in Latin America. More information about Ternium is available at www.ternium.com.
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Income Statement
| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
| Net sales | 3,934 | 3,775 | 3,933 | |||||||||||
| Cost of sales | (3,247) | (3,171) | (3,402) | |||||||||||
| Gross profit | 687 | 604 | 531 | |||||||||||
| Selling, general and administrative expenses | (390) | (406) | (396) | |||||||||||
| Other operating expense, net | (7) | (39) | (3) | |||||||||||
| Operating income | 290 | 159 | 132 | |||||||||||
| Financial expense | (50) | (50) | (54) | |||||||||||
| Financial income | 64 | 56 | 68 | |||||||||||
| Other financial income (expense), net | 9 | (29) | 49 | |||||||||||
Equity in earnings of non-consolidated companies | 14 | 20 | 16 | |||||||||||
| Provision for ongoing litigation related to the acquisition of a participation in Usiminas | (48) | (1) | (45) | |||||||||||
| Profit before income tax results | 279 | 155 | 165 | |||||||||||
| Income tax | 93 | 17 | (23) | |||||||||||
| Profit for the period | 372 | 171 | 142 | |||||||||||
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| Owners of the parent | 213 | 122 | 67 | |||||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | 159 | 49 | 75 | |||||||||||
Profit for the period | 372 | 171 | 142 | |||||||||||
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Statement of Financial Position
| $ MILLION | MARCH 31, 2026 | DECEMBER 31, 2025 | ||||||||||||
| Property, plant and equipment, net | 10,709 | 10,406 | ||||||||||||
| Intangible assets, net | 1,007 | 1,002 | ||||||||||||
| Investments in non-consolidated companies | 590 | 563 | ||||||||||||
| Other investments | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||
| Deferred tax assets | 1,216 | 1,039 | ||||||||||||
| Receivables, net | 778 | 804 | ||||||||||||
| Trade receivables, net | 5 | 4 | ||||||||||||
| Total non-current assets | 14,306 | 13,819 | ||||||||||||
| Receivables, net | 784 | 985 | ||||||||||||
| Derivative financial instruments | 25 | 43 | ||||||||||||
| Inventories, net | 4,173 | 4,094 | ||||||||||||
| Trade receivables, net | 1,804 | 1,536 | ||||||||||||
| Other investments | 1,525 | 1,600 | ||||||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | 1,617 | 1,531 | ||||||||||||
| Total current assets | 9,928 | 9,788 | ||||||||||||
| Non-current assets classified as held for sale | 8 | 8 | ||||||||||||
| Total assets | 24,242 | 23,615 | ||||||||||||
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Statement of Financial Position (cont.)
| $ MILLION | MARCH 31, 2026 | DECEMBER 31, 2025 | ||||||||||||
| Capital and reserves attributable to the owners of the parent | 12,197 | 11,944 | ||||||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | 4,309 | 4,203 | ||||||||||||
| Total equity | 16,506 | 16,148 | ||||||||||||
| Provisions | 615 | 586 | ||||||||||||
| Deferred tax liabilities | 25 | 24 | ||||||||||||
| Non current tax liabilities | 15 | 13 | ||||||||||||
| Other liabilities | 961 | 956 | ||||||||||||
| Trade payables | 1 | 1 | ||||||||||||
| Lease liabilities | 146 | 138 | ||||||||||||
| Borrowings | 2,199 | 1,815 | ||||||||||||
| Total non-current liabilities | 3,963 | 3,533 | ||||||||||||
| Provision for ongoing litigation related to the acquisition of a participation in Usiminas | 575 | 528 | ||||||||||||
| Current income tax liabilities | 48 | 39 | ||||||||||||
| Other liabilities | 403 | 640 | ||||||||||||
| Trade payables | 2,078 | 2,073 | ||||||||||||
| Derivative financial instruments | 3 | 1 | ||||||||||||
| Lease liabilities | 50 | 49 | ||||||||||||
| Borrowings | 615 | 604 | ||||||||||||
| Total current liabilities | 3,773 | 3,934 | ||||||||||||
| Total liabilities | 7,736 | 7,467 | ||||||||||||
Total equity and liabilities | 24,242 | 23,615 | ||||||||||||
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Statement of Cash Flows
| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
| Result for the period | 372 | 171 | 142 | |||||||||||
| Adjustments for: | ||||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 181 | 210 | 184 | |||||||||||
| Income tax accruals less payments | (130) | (42) | (50) | |||||||||||
| Equity in earnings of non-consolidated companies | (14) | (20) | (16) | |||||||||||
| Provision for ongoing litigation related to the acquisition of a participation in Usiminas | 48 | 1 | 45 | |||||||||||
| Interest accruals less payments / receipts, net | (7) | (8) | 9 | |||||||||||
| Changes in provisions | 1 | (6) | 3 | |||||||||||
| Changes in working capital | (233) | 135 | (55) | |||||||||||
| Net foreign exchange results and others | 0 | 68 | (56) | |||||||||||
| Impairment of Las Encinas’ mining assets | — | 19 | — | |||||||||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | 217 | 528 | 207 | |||||||||||
| Capital expenditures and advances to suppliers for PP&E | (406) | (463) | (518) | |||||||||||
| Decrease (increase) in other investments | 88 | (48) | 243 | |||||||||||
| Proceeds from the sale of property, plant & equipment | 1 | 0 | 1 | |||||||||||
| Dividends received from non-consolidated companies | 1 | 28 | 1 | |||||||||||
| Recovery of loans from non-consolidated companies | 150 | — | — | |||||||||||
| Acquisition of additional participation in Usiminas | (315) | — | — | |||||||||||
| Acquisition of business - purchase consideration | (24) | — | — | |||||||||||
| Acquisition of business - cash acquired | 4 | — | — | |||||||||||
| Repayment of additional paid in capital | — | (5) | — | |||||||||||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (502) | (488) | (273) | |||||||||||
| Dividends paid in cash to company’s shareholders | — | (177) | — | |||||||||||
| Dividends paid in cash to non-controlling interest | (6) | (7) | — | |||||||||||
| Finance lease payments | (14) | (14) | (20) | |||||||||||
| Proceeds from borrowings | 406 | 461 | 573 | |||||||||||
| Repayments of borrowings | (39) | (78) | (385) | |||||||||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | 346 | 186 | 167 | |||||||||||
| Increase in cash and cash equivalents | 61 | 226 | 101 | |||||||||||
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Exhibit I - Alternative Performance Measures
These non-IFRS measures should not be considered in isolation of, or as a substitute for, measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS. These non-IFRS measures do not have a standardized meaning under IFRS and, therefore, may not correspond to similar non-IFRS financial measures reported by other companies.
Adjusted EBITDA
| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
| Net income | 372 | 171 | 142 | |||||||||||
| Adjusted to exclude: | ||||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 181 | 210 | 184 | |||||||||||
| Income tax | (93) | (17) | 23 | |||||||||||
| Net financial results | (22) | 24 | (63) | |||||||||||
| Equity in earnings of non-consolidated companies | (14) | (20) | (16) | |||||||||||
| Provision for ongoing litigation related to the acquisition of a participation in Usiminas | 48 | 1 | 45 | |||||||||||
| Impairment of Las Encinas’ mining assets | — | 19 | — | |||||||||||
| Adjusted to include: | ||||||||||||||
| Proportional EBITDA in Unigal (70% participation) | 8 | 7 | 6 | |||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA | 479 | 395 | 322 | |||||||||||
| Divided by: net sales | 3,934 | 3,775 | 3,933 | |||||||||||
| Adjusted EBITDA Margin (%) | 12 | % | 10 | % | 8 | % | ||||||||
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Exhibit I - Alternative Performance Measures (cont.)
Cash Operating Income - Steel Segment
| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
Operating Income - Management View (Note “Segment Information” to Ternium’s Financial Statements as of the corresponding dates) | 272 | 202 | 244 | |||||||||||
| Plus/minus differences in cost of sales (IFRS) | (18) | (18) | (116) | |||||||||||
| Excluding depreciation and amortization | 148 | 150 | 142 | |||||||||||
| Including proportional EBITDA in Unigal (70% participation) | 8 | 7 | 6 | |||||||||||
| Cash Operating Income | 410 | 342 | 276 | |||||||||||
| Divided by: steel shipments (thousand tons) | 3,709 | 3,727 | 3,857 | |||||||||||
| Cash Operating Income per Ton - Steel | 111 | 92 | 72 | |||||||||||
| Divided by: steel net sales | 3,814 | 3,624 | 3,801 | |||||||||||
| Cash Operating Income Margin - Steel (%) | 11 | % | 9 | % | 7 | % | ||||||||
Cash Operating Income - Mining Segment
| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
Operating Result - Management View (Note “Segment Information” to Ternium’s Financial Statements as of the corresponding dates) | (25) | (66) | (2) | |||||||||||
| Plus/minus differences in cost of sales (IFRS) | 53 | 35 | 17 | |||||||||||
| Excluding depreciation and amortization | 33 | 60 | 42 | |||||||||||
| Impairment of Las Encinas’ mining assets | — | 19 | — | |||||||||||
| Cash Operating Income | 61 | 48 | 57 | |||||||||||
| Divided by: mining shipments (thousand tons) | 2,826 | 3,361 | 3,059 | |||||||||||
| Cash Operating Income per Ton - Mining | 22 | 14 | 18 | |||||||||||
| Divided by: mining net sales | 284 | 309 | 280 | |||||||||||
| Cash Operating Income Margin - Mining (%) | 22 | % | 16 | % | 20 | % | ||||||||
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Exhibit I - Alternative Performance Measures (cont.)
Free Cash Flow
| $ MILLION | 1Q26 | 4Q25 | 1Q25 | |||||||||||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | 217 | 528 | 207 | |||||||||||
| Less: capital expenditures and advances to suppliers for PP&E | (406) | (463) | (518) | |||||||||||
| Free Cash Flow | (189) | 65 | (311) | |||||||||||
Net Cash
| $ BILLION | MARCH 31, 2026 | DECEMBER 31, 2025 | MARCH 31, 2025 | |||||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | 1.6 | 1.5 | 1.8 | |||||||||||
| Plus: other investments (current and non-current) | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.9 | |||||||||||
| Less: borrowings (current and non-current) | (2.8) | (2.4) | (2.5) | |||||||||||
| Net Cash | 0.3 | 0.7 | 1.3 | |||||||||||
Note: Ternium Argentina’s consolidated position of cash and cash equivalents and other investments amounted to $0.8 billion as of March 31, 2026, $0.8 billion as of December 31, 2025, and $1.1 billion as of March 31, 2025.
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FAQ
How did Ternium (TX) perform financially in the first quarter of 2026?
Ternium reported net sales of $3,934 million and net income of $372 million in Q1 2026. Adjusted EBITDA reached $479 million with a 12% margin, showing stronger profitability compared with the prior year’s first quarter.
What were Ternium (TX) earnings per ADS in Q1 2026?
Earnings per ADS were $1.09 in Q1 2026. This compares with $0.62 in Q4 2025 and $0.34 in Q1 2025, reflecting higher operating margins and a favorable deferred tax result during the quarter.
How did Ternium’s Adjusted EBITDA and margins change in Q1 2026?
Adjusted EBITDA rose to $479 million in Q1 2026 from $322 million a year earlier. The Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 12% of net sales versus 8% in Q1 2025, driven by higher realized steel prices and lower unit costs.
What was Ternium (TX) free cash flow and capex in the first quarter of 2026?
Free cash flow was - $189 million in Q1 2026. The company generated $217 million in operating cash but spent $406 million on capital expenditures, mainly for its Pesquería, Mexico facilities, resulting in negative free cash flow.
How did Ternium’s net cash position change by March 31, 2026?
Net cash decreased to $0.3 billion at March 31, 2026 from $0.7 billion at December 31, 2025. The decline reflects significant capex, a $315 million Usiminas share purchase, and higher borrowings partly offset by $150 million loan recovery.
What were Ternium’s steel and mining shipment volumes in Q1 2026?
Steel product shipments totaled 3.7 million tons, roughly flat sequentially and down slightly year-over-year. Mining segment shipments were 2.8 million tons, declining versus both Q4 2025 and Q1 2025 despite higher realized iron ore prices.