Why did Methanex miss Q2 2026 earnings estimates, and what key operational decision did it announce?

Methanex missed Q2 2026 earnings estimates for both profit and revenue due to cooling methanol prices, despite strong cash generation and record North American output; the company announced the indefinite idling of its Titan plant in Trinidad and Tobago because its gas contract became unviable.

What is Methanex's outlook for methanol prices in Q3 2026, and what factor previously supported elevated prices?

Management anticipates lower realized methanol prices in Q3 2026 compared to Q2 2026; elevated prices in Q2 were attributed to Middle East geopolitical tensions.

Earnings call transcript: Methanex misses Q2 2026 estimates as prices cool

Jul 29, 2026

Methanex missed Q2 2026 earnings expectations despite record output, citing geopolitical tensions for high methanol prices. Management announced indefinite idling of its Trinidad plant due to unviable gas contracts and anticipates softer prices in Q3.

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