The earnings call reflects a company on the path to recovery, with significant improvements in inventory management and debt reduction. However, ongoing challenges in pricing and margins continue to impact overall performance.

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Q2 2025

During the Compass Minerals' Second Fiscal 2025 Earnings Call, the company provided several key metrics and guidance updates. The North American highway de-icing inventory values have decreased by 47% year-over-year, with volumes down by 59%, leading to a $145 million working capital release. This reduction helped decrease total debt by over $170 million within the quarter. The company reported consolidated revenue of $495 million, a 36% increase year-over-year, while the operating loss improved from $39.3 million last year to $3.1 million this quarter. Adjusted EBITDA was $84.1 million, with a modified adjusted EBITDA of $76.2 million. Compass Minerals increased its adjusted EBITDA guidance for the year to $188 million at the midpoint, up from the previous $173 million. Additionally, capital expenditures are expected to remain between $75 million and $85 million, aligning with their Back-to-Basic strategy to optimize production, manage costs, and enhance free cash flow.

Successful Execution of Back-to-Basic Strategy

North American highway de-icing inventory values decreased by 47% year-over-year, while volumes were down 59%. This resulted in a $145 million working capital release and a $170 million reduction in total debt.

Revenue and Volume Growth

Consolidated revenue for the second quarter was $495 million, up 36% year-over-year. Salt business revenue increased to $433 million from $310 million, with volumes up 47% compared to the prior period.

Improved Financial Position

The company reduced total net debt by $171 million sequentially, with liquidity reaching $329 million. Adjusted EBITDA guidance was increased to a midpoint of $188 million for the year.

Compass Minerals International (CMP) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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CMP Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Jul 31, 2025	2025 (Q3)	-0.06 / -	-1.01	―	―	―
May 07, 2025	2025 (Q2)	<0.01 / 0.63	1.49	-57.72% (-0.86)
Feb 10, 2025	2025 (Q1)	0.13 / -0.55	0.05	-1200.00% (-0.60)
Dec 16, 2024	2024 (Q4)	- / -	-0.06	―
Oct 30, 2024	2024 (Q3)	-0.49 / -0.77	-0.06	-1183.33% (-0.71)	―	―
May 07, 2024	2024 (Q2)	0.63 / 1.49	-0.46	423.91% (+1.95)
Feb 07, 2024	2024 (Q1)	0.22 / 0.05	-0.01	600.00% (+0.06)
Nov 16, 2023	2023 (Q4)	0.02 / -0.06	0.01	-700.00% (-0.07)
Aug 08, 2023	2023 (Q3)	-0.14 / 1.01	-0.16	731.25% (+1.17)
May 09, 2023	2023 (Q2)	0.61 / -0.46	0.33	-239.39% (-0.79)

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CMP Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
May 07, 2025	$14.23	$17.96	+26.21%
Feb 10, 2025	$12.12	$11.42	-5.78%
Dec 16, 2024	$12.61	$12.79	+1.43%
Oct 30, 2024	$12.99	$12.94	-0.38%

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FAQ

When does Compass Minerals International Inc (CMP) report earnings?

Compass Minerals International Inc (CMP) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 31, 2025, After Close (Confirmed).

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Compass Minerals International Inc (CMP) earnings time is at Jul 31, 2025, After Close (Confirmed).

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CMP EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q3) is -0.06.

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