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EX-99.01 Q1 2026 EARNINGS RELEASE

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Exhibit 99.01

Eastman Announces First-Quarter 2026 Financial Results

KINGSPORT, Tenn., April 30, 2026 – Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) announced its first-quarter 2026 financial results.

•Delivered strong sequential sales volume/mix improvement of >10 percent in specialty businesses

•Implementing ~$500 million of price increases across the portfolio to offset substantial raw material and distribution inflation

•Leveraging our integrated U.S.-based assets and global reach to be a reliable supplier to our customers amid a dynamic global environment

•On track with methanolysis facility revenue acceleration and ~$30 million of incremental earnings

•Drove 240 basis points of sequential adjusted EBIT margin improvement through improved sales volumes and disciplined price-cost management

•Maintained strong momentum towards key financial priorities, including year-over-year earnings growth, our $125 million to $150 million of cost savings and our cash flow targets

(In millions, except per share amounts; unaudited) 1Q20261Q2025

Sales revenue$2,177$2,290

Earnings before interest and taxes ("EBIT")188302

Adjusted EBIT*200311

Earnings per diluted share 0.931.57

Adjusted earnings per diluted share*1.091.91

Net cash used in operating activities (137)(167)

*For non-core and unusual items excluded from adjusted earnings and for adjusted provision for income taxes, segment adjusted EBIT margins, and net debt, reconciliations to reported company and segment earnings and total borrowings for all periods presented in this release, see Tables 3A, 3B, 4A, and 6.

“We delivered a solid first quarter that was in line with our expectations for both earnings and cash flow,” said Mark Costa, Board Chair and CEO. “I am proud of the way we took immediate steps to position our company to create opportunities and navigate yet another significant disruption in our industry. As global markets reacted to the conflict in the Middle East, the Eastman team quickly took decisive actions to secure supply for crucial raw materials, adjust prices where necessary, and partner with our customers to help them navigate this uncertainty. Sales volume/mix increased 10 percent sequentially as demand improved due to normal seasonality and reduced caution from customers after year-end inventory management. Altogether, volumes built momentum through the end of the quarter and continue to be strong. We also made solid progress in the commercial ramp up of the Kingsport methanolysis facility and remain on track for our operational and financial goals.”

Corporate Results 1Q 2026 versus 1Q 2025

Sales revenue decreased 5 percent as 4 percent lower sales volume/mix and 4 percent lower selling prices were offset by a 3 percent favorable foreign currency exchange impact.

Lower sales volume/mix was primarily driven by customer inventory destocking in the acetate tow product line as well as continued weak underlying demand for consumer discretionary end markets. Lower selling prices were due to lower raw material prices and continued weak commodity market conditions in Chemical Intermediates.

EBIT decreased due to lower spreads in Chemical Intermediates, lower sales volume/mix in Fibers, lower asset utilization in Advanced Materials, and increased energy costs across our businesses resulting from Winter Storm Fern. These factors were partially offset by the benefits of continued cost-reduction initiatives and recognition of an expected refund for tariffs paid under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Segment Results 1Q 2026 versus 1Q 2025

Advanced Materials – Sales revenue decreased 1 percent due to 4 percent lower selling prices partially offset by a 3 percent favorable foreign currency exchange impact.

Selling prices declined due to lower raw material prices. Sales volume/mix was unchanged as strong growth in specialty plastics was offset by weakness in performance films due to a soft automotive aftermarket.

EBIT decreased primarily due to substantially lower asset utilization driven by differences in building inventory last year and reducing inventory this year. Price-cost was also modestly lower. These factors were partially offset by continued cost-reduction initiatives.

Additives & Functional Products – Sales revenue increased by 1 percent due to a 4 percent favorable foreign currency exchange impact, partially offset by 2 percent lower selling prices and 1 percent lower sales volume/mix.

Lower selling prices were primarily driven by cost-pass-through contracts. Lower sales volume/mix was primarily due to lower demand for coatings additives in the building and construction end market and a few discontinued products, partially offset by growth in pharma and aviation.

EBIT was relatively unchanged due to a favorable foreign currency exchange impact, mostly offset by modest price declines.

Fibers – Sales revenue decreased by 22 percent

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15 (d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 29, 2026

EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware 1-12626 62-1539359 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)

200 South Wilcox Drive KingsportTennessee37662 (Address of Principal Executive Offices)(Zip Code)

(423) 229-2000 (Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions: ☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each class Trading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share EMNNew York Stock Exchange 1.875% Notes Due 2026EMN26New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY - EMN

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On January 29, 2026, the registrant publicly released its financial results for fourth quarter 2025. The full text of the release is furnished as Exhibit 99.01 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, and is incorporated herein by reference. This information shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits:

(d) Exhibits

The following exhibits are furnished pursuant to Item 9.01:

99.01    Public release by Eastman on January 29, 2026 of fourth quarter 2025 financial results

104    Cover Page Interactive Data File

EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY - EMN

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, hereunto duly authorized.

Eastman Chemical Company

By:/s/ Michelle R. Stewart

Michelle R. Stewart Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller Date: January 29, 2026

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15 (d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 3, 2025

EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware 1-12626 62-1539359 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)

200 South Wilcox Drive KingsportTennessee37662 (Address of Principal Executive Offices)(Zip Code)

(423) 229-2000 (Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions: ☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each class Trading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share EMNNew York Stock Exchange 1.875% Notes Due 2026EMN26New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY - EMN

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On November 3, 2025, the registrant publicly released its financial results for third quarter 2025. The full text of the release is furnished as Exhibit 99.01 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, and is incorporated herein by reference. This information shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits:

(d) Exhibits

The following exhibits are furnished pursuant to Item 9.01:

99.01    Public release by Eastman on November 3, 2025 of third quarter 2025 financial results

104    Cover Page Interactive Data File

EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY - EMN

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, hereunto duly authorized.

Eastman Chemical Company

By:/s/ Michelle R. Stewart

Michelle R. Stewart Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller Date: November 3, 2025