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    Matthew Vittorioso

    Research Analyst at Jefferies Financial Group Inc.

    Matthew Vittorioso is an Analyst at Jefferies Financial Group Inc., specializing in equity research with coverage of industrial and manufacturing companies, including GrafTech International Ltd. He has built a track record over 19 years in the industry, holding analyst roles at three different firms before joining Jefferies, and is recognized for his thorough market insights though specific ranking or return data is not publicly listed. Vittorioso brings extensive experience to his role, evidenced by his 52 state licenses and three active FINRA registrations with zero reported disclosures. His credentials and long-standing commitment to the field reflect a strong, compliance-oriented professional reputation in institutional equity research.

    Matthew Vittorioso's questions to GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL (EAF) leadership

    Matthew Vittorioso's questions to GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL (EAF) leadership • Q3 2024

    Question

    Matthew Vittorioso from Jefferies Financial Group Inc. asked about the restrictions on incurring additional first-lien debt under the new financing agreement. He also questioned why the company did not capture a discount on its existing bonds during the transaction, probing management's comfort level with the current debt load.

    Answer

    CFO Rory O'Donnell confirmed there is a cap on additional first-lien debt. CEO Timothy Flanagan explained that the financing transaction was structured to balance multiple priorities, including securing cost-competitive capital, extending maturities, and maintaining strategic flexibility. Flanagan reiterated that reducing overall leverage over time remains a key objective, which will be achieved through a combination of debt reduction and EBITDA growth as the market recovers.

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