Minerals Technologies Reports Q4 Profit Decline, Cites Higher Costs and Weak Demand

Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTX) reported a drop in Q4 profit on January 29, 2026, citing rising input costs and softer industrial demand across key markets. Net income fell to $28.4 million, or $0.82 per diluted share, down from $35.1 million, or $1.01 per share, in the year-ago quarter. Revenue declined 4.7% year-over-year to $489.2 million. Management attributed the slide to inflationary pressure in raw materials and reduced customer orders in paper and construction segments. CEO Douglas Dietrich noted the company is implementing cost controls and shifting focus to higher-margin specialty products to offset near-term headwinds. The stock closed down 3.2% in after-hours trading following the release.