CEMEX

S&P Global Ratings has moved Cemex’s outlook from "stable" to "positive" and affirmed the issuer rating at BBB-. The decision is based on adjusted leverage of 2.5x EBITDA, an FFO-to-debt ratio of around 30%, and an almost 27% rise in EBITDA in H1 2026 to USD 1.8 billion. S&P expects EBITDA of just under USD 3.6 billion for 2026 and forecasts free operating cash flow of nearly USD 1.4 billion, while Cemex is expanding dividends and a share buyback program and has implemented multiple debt-management measures. An upgrade within 12–24 months is possible if leverage remains sustainably below 3.0x EBITDA and FFO/debt stays above 30%. » More on de.investing.com

The EU Commission suspects Cemex among several construction‑chemicals firms of having colluded on prices for chemicals used in cement, concrete and mortar between 2021 and 2022 to push prices up after the Covid‑19 pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The companies have been sent a statement of objections; investigations involve firms from France, Germany and Spain. If the allegations are confirmed, fines of up to 10 percent of global annual turnover could be imposed. » More on finanzen.net

Cemex has issued $1.5 billion of senior notes with a 5.75% coupon and maturity in 2036 in a public, syndicated offering. The bonds are unsecured and fully guaranteed by Cemex Corp.; they are callable before March 5, 2036 and provide for a change‑of‑control repurchase at 101%. Cemex intends to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, including the repayment of existing indebtedness. » More on de.investing.com