Item 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK. We are exposed to market risk
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Item 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK. We are exposed to market risk
primarily from the effect of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates, and commodity prices. These exposures are
managed and mitigated with the use of financial instruments, including derivatives contracts. We apply policies to manage these risks,
including prohibitions on speculative activities.
Foreign Exchange Risk. As a result of our global operations, we generate and incur a significant portion of our revenues and expenses in
currencies other than the U.S. dollar. Such principal currencies include the euro and British pound sterling. We are also exposed to the risk
of changes in foreign exchange rates due to our net investment in foreign operations. The effects from the foreign currency exchange rate
fluctuations on the translation of net amounts to the U.S. dollar, the reporting currency, are reflected in our equity position. See Note 2 in the
Notes to the consolidated and combined financial statements for further information regarding our net gains (losses) from foreign currency
transactions.
Foreign exchange rate risk is managed with a variety of techniques, including selective use of derivatives. It is our policy to minimize
currency exposures by conducting operations either within functional currencies or using the protection of hedging strategies. A 10%
increase in exchange rates against the U.S. dollar would have decreased our net income for the year ended December 31, 2025 by
approximately $0.1 billion. This analysis considered the net currency exposure of foreign currency denominated monetary items and
hedging instruments.
For instruments designated as cash flow hedges, a 10% decrease in exchange rates against the U.S. dollar would have decreased
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (AOCI) for the year ended December 31, 2025 by approximately $0.1 billion.
Interest Rate Risk. We are subject to interest rate risks in the ordinary course of our business. The level of our interest rate risk is
dependent on our debt exposure and capital structure and is sensitive to changes in the general level of interest rates. Historical
fluctuations in interest rates have not been significant for us; however, this may vary in the future as our capital structure changes.
Commodity Risk**.** Our operations require the use of various commodities. Fluctuations in the prices and availability of these commodities
can impact our cost of equipment sold and thus our profitability. To mitigate this risk, we have implemented various strategies, including
commercial actions, diversification of supplier base, and derivative instruments. We continuously monitor our exposure to commodity price
fluctuations and adjust our risk management strategies as necessary.
See Note 20 in the Notes to the consolidated and combined financial statements for further information regarding our risk exposures, our
use of derivatives, and the effects of this activity on our consolidated and combined financial statements.
*Non-GAAP Financial Measure
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