UL Solutions (ULS) Investor presentation summary
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Investor presentation summary
9 Sep, 2026Business overview and strategy
Operates as a global leader in the testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) industry, with a 132-year history and a mission-driven approach focused on safety science and sustainability.
Maintains long-term customer relationships, recurring revenue streams, and a robust business model anchored by the globally recognized UL Mark.
Holds the #1 market share in outsourced product TIC, serving over 80,000 customers across 35 industry verticals and 145 locations worldwide.
Growth strategy centers on organic expansion, margin improvement through innovation and automation, and disciplined M&A to enhance capabilities and geographic reach.
Capital allocation prioritizes maintaining a strong balance sheet, regular dividends, reinvestment in innovation, and strategic acquisitions.
Financial performance and momentum
Achieved $3.1B in 2025 revenue, with 6.2% organic growth and a 25.9% adjusted EBITDA margin.
2025 adjusted net income reached $423M (13.9% margin), and free cash flow was $403M (13.2% margin).
Q2 2026 saw 5.2% revenue growth (6.6% organic), 26.8% adjusted EBITDA margin (up 140 bps), and a 13.5% increase in adjusted diluted EPS to $0.59.
LTM free cash flow rose 19.8% to $436M, with a 13.9% margin, supported by strong business performance and disciplined capital expenditures.
Financial targets set at IPO for 2025 were exceeded in organic growth, EBITDA margin, capex, and free cash flow margin.
Segment highlights
Industrial segment: $1,480M revenue (49% of total), 32.9% adjusted EBITDA margin, 7.6% organic growth in 2025.
Consumer segment: $1,319M revenue (43% of total), 18.0% adjusted EBITDA margin, 4.8% organic growth in 2025.
Risk & Compliance Software: $254M revenue (8% of total), 26.8% adjusted EBITDA margin, 6.3% organic growth in 2025.
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