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Elementis shares elevated after selling off talc arm
Elementis plc (LSE:ELM) shares jumped 10% as it completed the sale of its talc business and said it will give most of the proceeds to investors in the form of a share buyback. The soapstone business has been sold to Italy's IMI Fabi for net cash proceeds after transaction costs of roughly $55 million, or almost £41 million.
Elementis: Decreasing Net Debt Makes Stock Attractive
Elementis delivered robust 2024 results, with improved gross profit and cash flow despite a reported net loss due to a talc business impairment. Q1 2025 update shows margin improvement and cost savings progress, reinforcing management's 2026 targets for higher margins and return on capital. Strategic review of the talc business continues; a sale could boost margins and reduce debt, but risks selling a valuable asset below its purchase price.
