Umicore (UMI) AGM 2026 presentation summary
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AGM 2026 presentation summary
4 May, 2026Opening remarks and agenda
Reviewed annual and consolidated accounts for 2025, including supervisory board and auditor reports.
Approved remuneration report, revised remuneration policy, and allocation of results.
Addressed supervisory board composition and remuneration.
Financial performance review
Revenues reached €3.6bn (+3% vs PY), adjusted EBITDA €847mn (+11%), ROCE at 15.7%.
Free operating cash flow at €524mn, leverage ratio improved to 1.60x.
Strong performance in foundation businesses, supported by operational excellence and favorable metal prices.
Adjusted EPS increased to €1.20, with net gearing ratio reduced to 37.4%.
Board and executive committee updates
CFO Wannes Peferoen stepping down August 2026, succeeded by Lily Liu.
Martin Zieris appointed Chief Digital & Transformation Officer, effective August 2026.
Supervisory board renewals: Marc Grynberg (3 years), Frédéric Oudéa (1 year, independent).
New independent members proposed: Anna Bertona and Benjamin Loh (3 years each).
Françoise Chombar and Michael Bredael stepping down.
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