Axalta Coating Systems (AXTA) Company Report

Axalta Coating Systems achieved record financial results for full-year 2025, with Adjusted EBITDA of $1.13 billion (22% margin) and free cash flow of $466 million. For Q4 2025, net sales were $1.3 billion, Adjusted EBITDA was $272 million (21.5% margin), and Adjusted diluted EPS was $0.59.
The company issued full-year 2026 guidance, projecting low single-digit revenue growth, Adjusted EBITDA between $1,140 million and $1,170 million, Adjusted diluted EPS between $2.55 and $2.70, and free cash flow greater than $500 million.
Axalta announced a merger of equals with AkzoNobel in November 2025, anticipating $600 million in synergy potential and aiming for EBITDA margins approaching 20% for the combined entity.
Despite ongoing macro headwinds in North America and lower volumes in Performance Coatings, management expects a recovery in the second half of 2026, driven by factors like interest rate reductions and easing insurance costs.

Feb 10, 2026, 1:00 PM

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Axalta Coating Systems Reports Q4 and Full Year 2025 Results, Announces AkzoNobel Merger, and Provides 2026 Guidance

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Axalta reported Q4 2025 Net Sales of $1,262 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $272 million, while achieving a record fourth quarter for free cash flow of $290 million, a 64% increase year-over-year.
For the full year 2025, the company delivered record Adjusted EBITDA of $1,128 million and record Adjusted Diluted EPS of $2.49, alongside a $230 million gross debt reduction and its lowest total net leverage ratio of 2.3x.
Axalta announced a merger of equals with AkzoNobel, which is expected to generate approximately $600 million in cost synergies and lead to EPS accretion for shareholders.
The company issued 2026 guidance, forecasting Adjusted EBITDA between $1,140 million and $1,170 million, Adjusted Diluted EPS between $2.55 and $2.70, and Free Cash Flow greater than $500 million.

Feb 10, 2026, 1:00 PM

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Axalta Reports Strong Q4 and Full-Year 2025 Results, Provides 2026 Guidance, and Discusses AkzoNobel Merger

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Guidance Update

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Axalta delivered net sales of approximately $1.3 billion in Q4 2025 and achieved record full-year Adjusted EBITDA of $1.13 billion with a 22% margin. Full-year Adjusted diluted EPS reached $2.49, a 6% increase over 2024, and free cash flow was $466 million.
For 2026, the company projects low single-digit revenue growth, Adjusted EBITDA between $1,140 million and $1,170 million, and Adjusted diluted EPS between $2.55 and $2.70. Full-year free cash flow is expected to be greater than $500 million.
Despite ongoing macro headwinds, particularly in North America, Axalta demonstrated strong operational execution, including over $300 million in variable cost reductions and a 40% reduction in injuries since 2024.
Axalta announced a merger of equals with AkzoNobel in November 2025, anticipating $600 million in synergy potential and aiming to create a global leader with significant free cash flow generation.

Feb 10, 2026, 1:00 PM

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Axalta Coating Systems Reports Record 2025 Financial Results and Provides 2026 Guidance

AXTA

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Guidance Update

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Axalta Coating Systems achieved record full-year 2025 financial results, including Adjusted EBITDA of $1.13 billion and Adjusted diluted EPS of $2.49, with net sales declining 3% year-over-year to $5,117 million.
In Q4 2025, the company reported net sales of approximately $1.3 billion, Adjusted EBITDA of $272 million, and Adjusted diluted EPS of $0.59, alongside record cash generation.
For 2026, Axalta projects revenue to be up low single digits, Adjusted diluted EPS between $2.55 and $2.70 per share, and Adjusted EBITDA between $1,140 million and $1,170 million, with free cash flow greater than $500 million.
The company announced a merger of equals with AkzoNobel in November, expecting $600 million in synergy potential and aiming to create a global leader with strong financial metrics.
Management anticipates a slower start to 2026 in Q1 due to market pressures, with recovery expected to begin in Q2 and gain momentum in the second half of the year.

Feb 10, 2026, 1:00 PM

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Axalta reports Q4 and record full year 2025 results, announces AkzoNobel merger

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Earnings

M&A

Guidance Update

Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. reported record full year 2025 Adjusted EBITDA of $1,128 million and record Adjusted Diluted EPS of $2.49, with full year net sales of $5,117 million. For Q4 2025, net sales were $1,262 million, Adjusted EBITDA was $272 million, and Adjusted Diluted EPS was $0.59.
The company achieved record full year cash provided by operating activities of $649 million and $466 million in free cash flow for 2025, ending the year with its lowest net debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA ratio at 2.3x.
In November 2025, Axalta announced a definitive agreement for an all-stock merger of equals with AkzoNobel, which is anticipated to close in late 2026 or early 2027.
For Q1 2026, Axalta projects Adjusted EBITDA between $240 million and $250 million and Adjusted Diluted EPS of ~$0.50. Full year 2026 guidance includes Adjusted EBITDA of $1,140 million to $1,170 million and Adjusted Diluted EPS of $2.55 to $2.70.

Feb 10, 2026, 11:02 AM

8-K

Axalta Reports Record Full Year 2025 Results and Announces AkzoNobel Merger

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Axalta Coating Systems reported record earnings for full year 2025, with Adjusted EBITDA of $1,128 million and Adjusted Diluted EPS of $2.49.
For the fourth quarter of 2025, net sales were $1,262 million and Adjusted EBITDA was $272 million.
The company announced an all-stock merger of equals with AkzoNobel in November 2025, anticipated to close in late 2026 or early 2027.
Axalta provided financial guidance for Q1 2026, projecting Adjusted EBITDA between $240 million and $250 million and Adjusted Diluted EPS of approximately $0.50.

Feb 10, 2026, 11:00 AM

Press Release

AkzoNobel Reports Q4 Profit Surge, Provides 2026 Outlook, and Updates on Axalta Merger

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AkzoNobel's fourth-quarter net profit surged to €598 million from €21 million a year earlier, primarily driven by the €922 million divestment of Akzo Nobel India.
For fiscal 2025, adjusted EBITDA slipped to €1.44 billion and full-year revenue decreased by approximately 5% to €10.16 billion.
The company expects adjusted EBITDA for fiscal 2026 to be at or above €1.47 billion, but warns of weak end-market demand and a muted recovery, particularly in the first half.
The planned merger with Axalta is anticipated to close in late 2026 or early 2027, pending approvals.

Feb 3, 2026, 6:30 AM

Bloomberg

Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. announces merger agreement with AkzoNobel N.V. and approves executive retention bonuses

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Executive Compensation

Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. entered into a merger agreement with AkzoNobel N.V. on November 18, 2025, for a combination of the two companies.
In connection with this merger, the Compensation Committee approved cash retention bonuses for certain employees, including named executive officers, on December 15, 2025.
The retention bonuses for the named executive officers are: Carl D. Anderson II (Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer) $1,360,009, Hadi H. Awada (President, Global Mobility Coatings) $1,040,130, and Troy D. Weaver (President, Global Refinish) $1,084,837.
These bonuses will vest and be payable in full six months following the closing of the merger, contingent on the applicable executive's continued employment through that date.

Dec 19, 2025, 9:06 PM

8-K

Axalta Announces Transformational Merger with AkzoNobel

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Guidance Update

Axalta announced a transformational merger with AkzoNobel, creating a combined entity projected to have approximately $17 billion in revenue, over $3 billion in EBITDA, and over $1.5 billion in free cash flow.
The merger is anticipated to generate over 75% value for Axalta shareholders, driven by a minimum of $600 million in annual cost synergies and over 30% EPS accretion.
Axalta will hold a 45% ownership stake in the new company, with a special dividend of around EUR 2 billion distributed to Axalta shareholders to balance ownership.
The combined entity will adopt a U.S.-style governance structure, with Rakesh Sachdev as Chair, Gregoire Poux-Guillaume as CEO, and Carl Anderson as CFO, with the deal expected to close in 12-15 months.
In current business trends, Axalta notes North America auto production is experiencing downtime in Q4 2025, and 2026 Class 8 commercial vehicle production forecasts are significantly below replacement levels.

Dec 2, 2025, 6:00 PM

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Axalta Announces Transformational Merger with AkzoNobel

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Guidance Update

Axalta announced a transformational merger with AkzoNobel, forming a combined entity projected to achieve $17 billion in revenue, over $3 billion in EBITDA, and generate over $1.5 billion of free cash flow.
Axalta will hold a 45% ownership stake in the new company, an increase of 10% over historical market cap trading levels, which is expected to create an additional $1.4 billion in value for Axalta shareholders.
The merger is anticipated to deliver a minimum of $600 million in annual cost synergies and is projected to be over 30% EPS accretive for Axalta.
Carl Anderson, Axalta's SVP and CFO, will assume the role of CFO for the new combined company.
In current business trends, Axalta's North American mobility segment is experiencing softness, while the refinish business remains stable at a lower level, with destocking issues expected to subside after Q1.

Dec 2, 2025, 6:00 PM

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