As Expected, Covia Reports Weak 4Q Owing to Downturn in Frac Sand Demand
As expected, Covia reported weak fourth-quarter results. Revenue was down 16% sequentially, and adjusted operating margin slipped to negative 6% from 1% in the prior quarter, both mostly due to the energy segment, which was affected by the downturn in frac sand demand. Our fair value estimate and no-moat rating are unchanged for now.Energy segment revenue fell 21% on a 3% decrease in volumes and a decrease in average selling price to $59 per ton from $72 previously, reflecting weaker like-for-l...
Covia Holdings is a holding company. Through its subsidiaries, the company provides minerals-based and material solutions for the Industrial and Energy markets. The company's Industrial segment provides raw products to the glass, ceramics, coatings, polymers, construction, foundry, filtration, sports and recreation and various other industries. The company's Energy segment provides the oil and gas industry a portfolio of raw frac sand, proppants, well-cementing additives, gravel-packing media and drilling mud additives that meet or exceed the American Petroleum Institute standards. The company's products serve hydraulic fracturing operations in the United States, Canada, Argentina, Mexico, China, and northern Europe.
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