What were Olin Corporation's Q1 2026 net loss and adjusted EBITDA trend, and how did leverage change?

Olin Corporation reported a net loss of $83.0 million, or $0.73 per diluted share, in Q1 2026 — a reversal from net income in the prior year — with sales decreasing and adjusted EBITDA falling sharply due to weaker segment performance and higher charges, including legacy litigation costs; the company's net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio increased to 5.1 times, reflecting higher leverage.

Despite the Q1 2026 loss and rising leverage, what positive financial actions or outlooks did Olin management provide?

Despite the Q1 2026 net loss and increased leverage, Olin management forecasted improved adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter and declared a regular quarterly dividend.

Olin Reports Q1 2026 Net Loss as EBITDA Drops and Leverage Increases

May 8, 2026

Olin Corporation posted a Q1 2026 net loss of $83 million amid declining sales and EBITDA, citing segment weakness and litigation costs. Net debt to adjusted EBITDA rose to 5.1 times.

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