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Axalta Coating Systems Citigroup 2025 Basic Materials Conference summary

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Citigroup 2025 Basic Materials Conference summary2 Dec, 2025

Merger announcement and strategic rationale

  • Announced a transformational merger with AkzoNobel, creating the world’s top performance coatings company and the second-largest global paints and coatings player.

  • Combined entity will operate across seven end markets, including aerospace, marine, refinish, and mobility, with best-in-class brands and geographic reach.

  • The merger is structured as a near 50/50 deal, with balanced board representation and leadership roles from both companies.

  • Axalta shareholders will own 45% of the new company, a 10% increase over historical market cap-based ownership, driving $1.4 billion in additional value.

  • The deal is expected to be highly accretive, with over 30% EPS accretion and significant return on invested capital.

Financial impact and value creation

  • Combined revenue projected at $17 billion, EBITDA over $3 billion, and free cash flow above $1.5 billion.

  • At least $600 million in annual cost synergies targeted, with potential for further upside.

  • Synergies alone represent nearly 40% value creation for Axalta shareholders, with total value creation expected to exceed 75%.

  • Axalta’s effective purchase of incremental EBITDA at six times multiple is more attractive than share buybacks at higher multiples.

  • 90% of synergies expected to be realized within three years, with a focus on accelerating this timeline.

Operational and strategic benefits

  • Merger brings complementary strengths: AkzoNobel’s aerospace, marine, and protective businesses, and Axalta’s mobility and refinish segments.

  • Combined R&D spend of $400 million will drive cross-platform innovation and revenue synergies, especially in industrial markets.

  • Larger scale enables more effective capital allocation and diversification away from refinish, supporting long-term growth.

  • Both companies’ teams are highly experienced in European markets, supporting synergy execution.

  • No significant overlap in end markets, minimizing regulatory and revenue dis-synergy risks.

Key drivers for revenue synergy realization
Refinish market outlook post-destocking
Merger vs. buyback capital efficiency
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Axalta Coating Systems Ltd develops and manufactures liquid and powder coatings for automotive, industrial, and commercial applications. The company serves OEMs, repair shops, and industrial clients with coatings that provide durability, performance, and appearance. Its operations span North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and its shares are listed on the NYSE.

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