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MTX

Minerals Technologies Inc.

MaterialsSpecialty Chemicals$2.4B

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Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTX) operates in the materials sector, focusing on specialty chemicals....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health. Investors will be looking for signs of recovery after recent misses.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share, which is vital for long-term success.

N/A

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MTX Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTX) operates in the materials sector, focusing on specialty chemicals. The company is important for industries that rely on advanced materials and chemical solutions, which are crucial for manufacturing and construction.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-66.82%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.63%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, MTX reported an EPS of $1.17, falling short of the expected $1.25. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.17% the following day despite the miss.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Expectations are mixed as MTX has struggled with earnings surprises, having only beaten estimates 38% of the time in recent quarters. The market is likely cautious ahead of the upcoming report.

Bull Case

If MTX can deliver a strong EPS and show signs of revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround and boost investor confidence.

Bear Case

Continued earnings misses or weak guidance could lead to further declines in stock price, especially given the high implied volatility in options.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the EPS reported for Q2-2026?

Given the recent earnings misses, the EPS figure will be critical in determining market sentiment and future guidance.

How is the company addressing revenue growth challenges?

Investors will want to hear specific strategies or improvements that could lead to increased sales, which is essential for recovery.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in MTX's profitability, especially if cost-cutting measures are effective.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 13.69% move, indicating expectations for volatility that may not align with historical performance.

Recent earnings history shows that even with misses, the stock has reacted positively in some instances, suggesting resilience.

Key Risk

If the EPS exceeds $1.30, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift investor outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is pivotal as it follows a series of earnings misses, and the market is looking for signs of improvement.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.30 or higher would confirm a positive outlook and indicate recovery in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.10 would reinforce concerns about ongoing performance issues.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±13.69%

Historical Avg

±1.4%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, indicating heightened uncertainty or expectations for a large reaction post-earnings.

Options are pricing ±13.7% while MTX has averaged ±1.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

32.8%

Calls (700)P/C Ratio: 0.50Puts (0)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders adding

Institutional

99.50%

of float

Insider

1.25%

of float

Holders

373

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Blackrock Inc.
4,773,080 sh · $342.9M
15.38%
1.3%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If MTX beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.17%, confirming a positive trend.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management is cautious, the stock may see minimal movement as investors digest the commentary.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with history indicating an average drop of around 0.91% following such outcomes.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on cost management strategies and their impact on profitability.
2Any updates on market demand for specialty chemicals.
3Insights into potential new contracts or partnerships.
4Management's outlook on revenue growth for the next quarter.
5Responses to analyst questions regarding competitive pressures.

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Company Snapshot

Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTX) operates in the materials sector, focusing on specialty chemicals....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health. Investors will be looking for signs of recovery after recent misses.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share, which is vital for long-term success.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

MTX Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-66.82%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.63%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, MTX reported an EPS of $1.17, falling short of the expected $1.25. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.17% the following day despite the miss.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Expectations are mixed as MTX has struggled with earnings surprises, having only beaten estimates 38% of the time in recent quarters. The market is likely cautious ahead of the upcoming report.

Bull Case

If MTX can deliver a strong EPS and show signs of revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround and boost investor confidence.

Bear Case

Continued earnings misses or weak guidance could lead to further declines in stock price, especially given the high implied volatility in options.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the EPS reported for Q2-2026?

Given the recent earnings misses, the EPS figure will be critical in determining market sentiment and future guidance.

How is the company addressing revenue growth challenges?

Investors will want to hear specific strategies or improvements that could lead to increased sales, which is essential for recovery.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in MTX's profitability, especially if cost-cutting measures are effective.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 13.69% move, indicating expectations for volatility that may not align with historical performance.

Recent earnings history shows that even with misses, the stock has reacted positively in some instances, suggesting resilience.

Key Risk

If the EPS exceeds $1.30, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift investor outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is pivotal as it follows a series of earnings misses, and the market is looking for signs of improvement.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.30 or higher would confirm a positive outlook and indicate recovery in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.10 would reinforce concerns about ongoing performance issues.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±13.69%

Historical Avg

±1.4%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, indicating heightened uncertainty or expectations for a large reaction post-earnings.

Options are pricing ±13.7% while MTX has averaged ±1.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

32.8%

Calls (700)P/C Ratio: 0.50Puts (0)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders adding

Institutional

99.50%

of float

Insider

1.25%

of float

Holders

373

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Blackrock Inc.
4,773,080 sh · $342.9M
15.38%
1.3%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If MTX beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.17%, confirming a positive trend.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management is cautious, the stock may see minimal movement as investors digest the commentary.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with history indicating an average drop of around 0.91% following such outcomes.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on cost management strategies and their impact on profitability.
2Any updates on market demand for specialty chemicals.
3Insights into potential new contracts or partnerships.
4Management's outlook on revenue growth for the next quarter.
5Responses to analyst questions regarding competitive pressures.