Vallourec released a sound (albeit expected) set of results for Q2/H1 23. Supported by high prices, the group posted its best operating margin since 2008. Net debt has declined more than expected, obviously another piece of good news. Momentum is slowing down though (in particular in the US), which explains the cap on the share price, even if management expects a bottoming out of the US market after Q3. We will not change our numbers much after this release.