Cooper-Standard (CPS) Investor Presentation summary
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Investor Presentation summary
25 Nov, 2025Business overview and market position
Generated $2.7 billion in 2024 revenue with operations in 20 countries and approximately 22,000 employees.
Core offerings are Sealing Systems (52% of revenue) and Fluid Handling Systems (45% of revenue).
Holds #1 global market share in Sealing Systems and #2 in Fluid Handling Systems.
Major customers include Ford, GM, Stellantis, and Renault-Nissan, with 56% of sales in North America.
Top 10 vehicle platforms account for ~45% of planned 2025 revenue, heavily weighted toward high-volume trucks, SUVs, and CUVs.
Strategic initiatives and innovation
Focused on profitable growth through operational excellence, digital transformation, and innovation in materials science.
Over $300 million in new business awards since 2023, driven by innovative product launches.
Introduced industry-leading sealing and fluid handling solutions, including lightweight and sustainable materials.
Expanding product portfolio to support hybrid and electric vehicle adoption, with flexible solutions for all powertrains.
Strategic cost initiatives and manufacturing footprint optimization drive margin improvement.
Financial performance and outlook
2024 sales declined 0.8% due to unfavorable foreign exchange, but gross profit margin improved by 200 bps to 11.1%.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 51% year-over-year in 1H25, with margin up 300 bps to 8.8%.
Liquidity of $273 million as of June 30, 2025, and net leverage reduced to 4.4x.
Cash flow more than doubled from FY 2023 to LTM 2Q25, supporting ongoing operations and debt service.
Prudent capital investment and proactive debt management, including extension of ABL revolver maturity to 2029.
Latest events from Cooper-Standard
- Record 2025 results and margin gains set up double-digit EBITDA growth in 2026.CPS
Q4 202513 Feb 2026 - Gross margin and EBITDA improved, with cost savings and EV wins offsetting market headwinds.CPS
Q2 20242 Feb 2026 - Double-digit margins and ROIC by 2025, driven by innovation, cost control, and sustainability.CPS
JPMorgan Auto Conference 20242 Feb 2026 - Cost savings and lean initiatives offset lower Q3 sales, supporting stable outlook.CPS
Q3 202417 Jan 2026 - Double-digit margins and strong leverage set the stage for significant upside as volumes recover.CPS
Status Update26 Dec 2025 - Record margin expansion and cash flow in 2024, with double-digit EBITDA margin targeted for 2025.CPS
Q4 202423 Dec 2025 - 2024 saw major profit gains, strong governance, and new equity plan up for shareholder approval.CPS
Proxy Filing1 Dec 2025 - Shareholders will vote virtually on directors, pay, auditor, and incentive plan on May 15, 2025.CPS
Proxy Filing1 Dec 2025 - Q1 2025 delivered margin gains, $1.6M net income, and $55M in new business amid uncertainty.CPS
Q1 202528 Nov 2025