Chitrita Sinha's questions to Outotec (OUKPY) leadership • Q1 2025
Question
Chitrita Sinha of JPMorgan Chase & Co. inquired about the sustainability of strong small and mid-sized Minerals equipment orders, the delivery schedule for the Minerals backlog, and the regional sources of Metso's U.S. imports beyond China.
Answer
President and CEO Sami Takaluoma confirmed a robust funnel for small and mid-sized orders should continue into Q2. He affirmed that the Minerals backlog realization is weighted towards the second half of the year, with Q2 sales expected to be higher than Q1. Regarding U.S. imports, he emphasized Metso's flexibility, citing a global manufacturing footprint and a diversified supplier base across Asia, India, and other regions.