Calumet Reports Strong Financial Turnaround, Secures Major Debt Refinancing & Renewable Energy Funding

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Calumet, Inc. reported a significant reduction in net loss and increased Adjusted EBITDA for 2025, alongside successful debt refinancing, a major DOE loan for its renewables segment, and the remediation of a material weakness in internal controls.

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• Strong Financial Performance

  Net loss significantly reduced to $33.8 million in 2025 from $222.0 million in 2024. Adjusted EBITDA with Tax Attributes increased to $293.3 million in 2025 from $229.3 million in 2024. Cash provided by operating activities was $108.9 million in 2025, a substantial improvement from using $46.4 million in 2024.

• Enhanced Liquidity and Debt Refinancing

  Total liquidity increased to $447.6 million at year-end 2025 from $178.2 million in 2024. The company successfully issued $405.0 million in 9.75% Senior Notes due 2031 to redeem existing 2026 and 2027 notes, and extended its revolving credit facility maturity to January 2031 with $500.0 million in commitments.

• Major Funding for Renewable Fuels Segment

  Montana Renewables (MRL), an unrestricted subsidiary, secured a $1.44 billion DOE-guaranteed loan facility, with $781.8 million disbursed in February 2025, to fund the construction and expansion of its renewable fuels facility, including the MaxSAF™ project.

• Strategic Divestiture Completed

  The sale of the industrial portion of the Royal Purple® business was finalized on December 31, 2025, for $110.0 million, resulting in $96.9 million cash proceeds and a $55.8 million gain on sale.

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Calumet's annual report for 2025 highlights a significant financial turnaround, marked by a substantial reduction in net loss and a strong increase in Adjusted EBITDA. The company successfully refinanced $405 million in senior notes and extended its revolving credit facility to 2031, significantly improving its debt maturity profile and liquidity. A major $1.44 billion DOE-guaranteed loan for its Montana Renewables segment underscores a strong commitment to and funding for its growth in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production. The successful remediation of a previously identified material weakness in internal controls further strengthens investor confidence. These developments collectively paint a picture of improved financial health, strategic execution, and a clear path for growth in the renewable fuels sector.