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Perimeter Solutions, Inc. 2Q 2026: Revenue $213.81M, EPS ($1.11) — 10-Q Summary

Perimeter Solutions, Inc. reported its second-quarter 2026 financial results, with revenue reaching $213.81 million, a significant increase from the previous year. However, the company's net loss widened to $181.64 million, resulting in a diluted EPS of ($1.11), primarily due to acquisition-related activities and other …

PRM main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +74.0% · Next-week setup positive 58.6% PRM stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Perimeter Solutions posts Q2 2026 net loss $181.6M, adjusted EPS $0.35 on $213.8M revenue

Perimeter Solutions (PRM) reported its Q2 2026 financial results, showing net sales of $213.8 million, a GAAP net loss of $181.6 million, and an adjusted diluted EPS of $0.35. The company also announced the acquisition of Monaco Enterprises and significant year-over-year growth in its …

PRM main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +74.0% · Next-week setup positive 58.6% PRM stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

J-Star stays listed on Nasdaq after 10 sessions above $1

J-Star Holding (Nasdaq: YMAT) has announced it has regained compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement (Listing Rule 5550(a)(2)). This decision follows a hearing on July 21, 2026, where J-Star presented its strategic business plan, and Nasdaq confirmed on July 28, 2026, that the …

YMAT main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 36 weeks -52.6% · Next-week setup negative 43.6% YMAT stored weekly price path from 12 Dec 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

J-Star regains Nasdaq compliance with bid price rule

J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ:YMAT) has announced it has regained compliance with Nasdaq’s minimum bid price requirement. This was confirmed by Nasdaq's Listing Qualifications Staff after the company's ordinary shares maintained a closing bid price of at least $1.00 for 10 consecutive trading sessions. …

YMAT main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 36 weeks -52.6% · Next-week setup negative 43.6% YMAT stored weekly price path from 12 Dec 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

J-Star Holding regains Nasdaq compliance after stock price rises above $1 for 10 days

J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. has successfully regained compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price rule, with its shares closing above $1.00 for ten consecutive trading sessions. The company, trading under the ticker YMAT, will remain listed on Nasdaq, following a review by the Nasdaq Hearings …

YMAT main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 36 weeks -52.6% · Next-week setup negative 43.6% YMAT stored weekly price path from 12 Dec 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Solstice Advanced Materials (SOLS) Stock Still Looks Pricey Despite Its 35% Slump

Solstice Advanced Materials (SOLS) has seen a 35.2% stock slump despite upbeat earnings news, an acquisition plan, and a dividend. The company's P/E ratio of 48.5x remains significantly higher than the Chemicals industry average and its tailored fair P/E of 23.5x, suggesting the stock …

SOLS main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 42 weeks +39.3% SOLS stored weekly price path from 31 Oct 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

LyondellBasell (LYB) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates

LyondellBasell (LYB) came out with quarterly earnings of $4.3 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.56 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.62 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings …

LYB main company
Sharemaestro market context Price above Trend Line 52 weeks +16.8% LYB stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Solstice to acquire Element Solutions (NYSE: ESI) and lift 2026 targets

Solstice Advanced Materials reported strong Q2 2026 performance with increased net sales and adjusted diluted EPS, prompting them to raise their full-year 2026 guidance. The company also announced plans to acquire Element Solutions Inc. in a cash-and-stock transaction, expected to close in the first …

ESI main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +51.4% ESI stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Research Analysts Offer Predictions for SQM FY2027 Earnings

Scotiabank has slightly revised its FY2027 EPS forecast for Sociedad Quimica y Minera (SQM) to $7.79, maintaining a "Sector Outperform" rating and a $93 price target. The company currently holds a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts with an average price target of $73.58, despite …

SQM main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +62.4% SQM stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Linde posts Q2 2026: Sales $9.3B, adjusted operating profit $2.7B, adjusted EPS $4.50

Linde reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with sales reaching $9.289 billion and adjusted operating profit at $2.744 billion. The company's adjusted diluted EPS stood at $4.50, marking a 10% increase year-over-year. Linde also reiterated its full-year adjusted EPS guidance of $17.70–$17.90, supported by robust …

LIN main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal ended 52 weeks +1.6% · Next-week setup positive 61.8% LIN stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Nucor Outshines Albemarle in Charlotte Stock Duel

This article compares the performance of two Charlotte-based basic materials companies, Nucor (NUE) and Albemarle (ALB). Nucor has demonstrated superior long-term growth and stability, significantly outperforming Albemarle and the S&P 500 over 1, 5, and 10-year periods, largely due to consistent performance and strategic …

ALB main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +69.6% · Next-week setup negative 44.5% ALB stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Balchem Reports Q2 2026: Revenue $284.0M, Net Earnings $44.6M, Adjusted EPS $1.49

Balchem reported record financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, with net sales reaching $284.0 million, an 11.2% increase year-over-year. The company achieved GAAP net earnings of $44.6 million and an adjusted diluted EPS of $1.49. Balchem also generated $36.2 million …

BCPC main company
Sharemaestro market context Price above Trend Line 52 weeks +8.8% BCPC stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Earnings Flash (BCPC) Balchem Corporation Posts Q2 Adjusted EPS $1.49 per Share, Vs. FactSet Est of $1.40

Balchem Corporation (BCPC) reported strong Q2 adjusted earnings per share of $1.49, surpassing the FactSet estimate of $1.40. This announcement provides key financial data for investors and analysts tracking the company's performance. The detailed earnings flash highlights the company's profitability during the quarter.

BCPC main company
Sharemaestro market context Price above Trend Line 52 weeks +8.8% BCPC stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Kentucky Retirement Systems Acquires 6,722 Shares of Ecolab Inc. $ECL

Kentucky Retirement Systems significantly increased its stake in Ecolab Inc. by 42.9% in the first quarter, acquiring an additional 6,722 shares to hold a total of 22,388 shares valued at approximately $5.96 million. Institutional investors collectively own 74.91% of Ecolab's stock, and analysts maintain …

ECL main company
Sharemaestro market context Price above Trend Line 52 weeks -1.6% · Next-week setup positive 59.8% ECL stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE:SHW) Just Reported Second-Quarter Earnings: Have Analysts Changed Their Mind On The Stock?

Sherwin-Williams (NYSE:SHW) exceeded analyst predictions for its second-quarter results with revenues hitting US$6.8 billion and EPS at US$3.43, both slightly above expectations. Following these results, analysts have updated their 2026 forecasts, showing a slightly more optimistic outlook on earnings, though the consensus price target …

SHW main company
Sharemaestro market context Price above Trend Line 52 weeks -3.0% SHW stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Responsive Playbooks and the LYB Inflection

This article analyzes Lyondellbasell Industries Nv Class A (NYSE: LYB), noting a weak near-term sentiment that could precede shifts in its mid and long-term outlook. It identifies a mid-channel oscillation pattern and presents an exceptional 68.2:1 risk-reward setup, targeting a 19.2% gain with minimal …

LYB main company
Sharemaestro market context Price above Trend Line 52 weeks +16.8% LYB stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

LyondellBasell reports second quarter 2026 earnings

LyondellBasell Net income: $0.6 billion, $1.4 billion excluding identified items1 Diluted earnings per share: $1.71 per share; $4.30 per share excluding identified items EBITDA: $1.3 billion, $2.1 billion excluding identified items Strengthened the portfolio through the divestiture of select European assets, structurally improving the …

LYB main company
Sharemaestro market context Price above Trend Line 52 weeks +16.8% LYB stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Perimeter Solutions Q2 2026 earnings: Specialty Products drives 31% sales growth

Perimeter Solutions (NYSE: PRM) reported a 31% increase in Q2 2026 net sales to $213.8 million, largely driven by its Specialty Products segment. Despite this revenue growth and a 16% rise in adjusted EBITDA, the company's GAAP diluted loss per share widened significantly to …

PRM main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +74.0% · Next-week setup positive 58.6% PRM stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

South Dakota Investment Council Has $6.11 Million Stock Position in International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. $IFF

The South Dakota Investment Council reduced its stake in International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) by 20.2% in the first quarter, now holding 84,194 shares valued at $6.11 million. Despite this, institutional investors collectively own 96.02% of the company. IFF reported strong quarterly earnings …

IFF main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +26.8% · Next-week setup positive 58.3% IFF stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

NewMarket Corp (NEU) Technical Analysis: Support, Resistance, Indicators & Moving Averages

This article provides a technical analysis of NewMarket Corp (NEU), detailing its current price momentum, support and resistance levels, and various technical indicators like MACD, RSI, and Moving Averages. It highlights that NEU's price momentum score is 4.27, suggesting suitability for range-bound swing trading …

NEU main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +22.7% · Next-week setup positive 61.7% NEU stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Hawkins Inc To Go Ex-Dividend On August 14th, 2026 With 0.2 USD Dividend Per Share

Hawkins Inc. is scheduled to go ex-dividend on August 14th, 2026, with a dividend payment of $0.20 per share. Investors wishing to receive this dividend must own shares before the ex-dividend date.

HWKN main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks -22.6% · Next-week setup positive 58.2% HWKN stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

CLMT|Calumet Inc|Price:44.190|Chg%:+0.440

Calumet Inc. (CLMT) is currently trading at $44.190, up 1.01%, with a market cap of $3.85 billion. Analysts have rated it a "Buy" with a target price of $39.50, despite some weak fundamentals and technicals. The company specializes in manufacturing and marketing specialty branded …

CLMT main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +199.2% CLMT stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Perimeter Solutions Q2 Results: Net loss widens to $181.6M on fees

Perimeter Solutions reported Q2 adjusted EPS of $0.35, missing the $0.43 estimate, and net sales of $213.8M, which also fell short of expectations. The company's GAAP net loss significantly widened to $181.6M, largely due to $266.3M in founders advisory fees and $24.0M in amortization …

PRM main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +74.0% · Next-week setup positive 58.6% PRM stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Perimeter Solutions Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Perimeter Solutions (NYSE: PRM) reported its second quarter 2026 financial results, with net sales increasing 31% to $213.8 million, driven by growth in both Fire Safety and Specialty Products segments. Despite a net loss of $181.6 million, Adjusted EBITDA grew 16% to $105.6 million. …

PRM main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +74.0% · Next-week setup positive 58.6% PRM stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Earnings Flash (PRM) Perimeter Solutions, Inc. Reports Q2 Revenue $213.8M, vs. FactSet Est of $216.9M

Perimeter Solutions, Inc. (PRM) announced its Q2 revenue of $213.8 million, falling short of the FactSet estimate of $216.9 million. This financial update follows previous reports indicating a fall in Q2 adjusted earnings despite a rise in sales. The company specializes in fire safety …

PRM main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +74.0% · Next-week setup positive 58.6% PRM stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Cabot Corp: McLaughlin Joined Co in 2002, Has Held Broad Range of Senior Leadership Positions Within Finance, Strategy Organizations and Reinforcement Materials Business >CBT

This article announces that Mr. McLaughlin joined Cabot Corporation in 2002 and has since held various senior leadership roles. His experience spans finance, strategy, and the reinforcement materials business. This suggests a significant and diverse career path within the company.

CBT main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +8.5% CBT stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Trust Fund Grows Holdings in Calumet, Inc. $CLMT

The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Trust Fund significantly increased its stake in Calumet, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLMT) by 107% in the first quarter, now holding 97,741 shares valued at $3.5 million. Despite this increased institutional interest, analysts maintain a "Hold" rating for CLMT with an …

CLMT main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +199.2% CLMT stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Kronos Worldwide Inc (KRO) Valuation: PE, PB & Fair Value Analysis

This article provides a valuation analysis of Kronos Worldwide Inc (KRO), highlighting its current valuation score and P/E ratio. The company's valuation score is 8.56, ranking 27th in the Chemicals industry. It notes that key P/B, P/S, and P/CF data have not yet been …

KRO main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +35.7% · Next-week setup negative 44.6% KRO stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Lazard Asset Management LLC Acquires Shares of 77,306 Sociedad Quimica y Minera S.A. $SQM

Lazard Asset Management LLC significantly increased its stake in Sociedad Quimica y Minera S.A. (SQM) during the first quarter, acquiring 77,306 shares valued at approximately $6.26 million. The article details other institutional investors' activities in SQM, highlighting that institutional investors and hedge funds collectively …

SQM main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +62.4% SQM stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Trust Fund Trims Holdings in Cabot Corporation $CBT

The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Trust Fund significantly reduced its stake in Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) by 67.5% in the first quarter, selling 89,414 shares and retaining 43,128 shares worth approximately $3.25 million. Despite this, other institutional investors increased their holdings, and institutions …

CBT main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +8.5% CBT stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Kentucky Retirement Systems Sells 7,534 Shares of The Sherwin-Williams Company $SHW

Kentucky Retirement Systems reduced its stake in The Sherwin-Williams Company by 51.4% in the first quarter, selling 7,534 shares but retaining 7,111 shares valued at $2.28 million. Despite this, institutional investors collectively own 77.67% of the company. Sherwin-Williams exceeded quarterly expectations with $3.70 adjusted …

SHW main company
Sharemaestro market context Price above Trend Line 52 weeks -3.0% SHW stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Ecolab, a 103-year-old company, says it has a plan to make AI data centers 'water-neutral'

Ecolab CEO Christophe Beck announced the company's plan to make AI data centers "water-neutral" after a $4.75 billion acquisition of liquid-cooling company CoolIT. Data centers consume millions of gallons of water daily, prompting concerns about environmental impact. Ecolab aims to provide ultra-pure water for …

ECL main company
Sharemaestro market context Price above Trend Line 52 weeks -1.6% · Next-week setup positive 59.8% ECL stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Earnings Flash (LIN) Linde plc Posts Q2 Adjusted EPS $4.50 per Share

Linde plc announced its Q2 adjusted Earnings Per Share (EPS) at $4.50. The company also reported Q2 revenue of $9.29 billion and provided a Q3 adjusted EPS range of $4.45 - $4.55. Furthermore, Linde expects its full-year 2026 adjusted EPS to be between $17.70 …

LIN main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal ended 52 weeks +1.6% · Next-week setup positive 61.8% LIN stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Linde's Q2 sales beat estimates at $9.3B, up 9%

Linde reported robust Q2 sales of $9.3 billion, surpassing analyst estimates and marking a 9% increase. This strong performance indicates significant growth for the company in the last quarter.

LIN main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal ended 52 weeks +1.6% · Next-week setup positive 61.8% LIN stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

Compared to Estimates, Perimeter Solutions, SA (PRM) Q2 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics

Perimeter Solutions, SA (PRM) reported Q2 2026 revenue of $213.81 million, a 31.5% year-over-year increase, but missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The company also reported an EPS of $0.35, falling short of both last year's EPS and analyst estimates. Key metrics like specialty products …

PRM main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +74.0% · Next-week setup positive 58.6% PRM stored weekly price path from 22 Aug 2025 to 14 Aug 2026

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