Asian Paints consolidated revenue from operations for the quarter increases by 25.2%

Asian Paints has announced its financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2020. Highlights: Q3-FY’2021: Consolidated Revenue from operations for the Quarter increases by 25.2% Consolidated Profit After Tax for the Quarter increases by 62.3% Standalone Revenue from operations for the Quarter increases by 26.1% Standalone Profit after Tax for the Quarter increases by 56.5% Amit Syngle, Managing Director & CEO, … Continue reading Asian Paints consolidated revenue from operations for the quarter increases by 25.2%

BASF Group to release preliminary figures for fourth quarter of 2020 and full year 2020

Q4 2020: Sales expected to be €15,905 million (Q4 2019: €14,686 million), above the prior-year quarter and above analyst consensus EBIT before special items expected to be €1,113 million (Q4 2019: €842 million), above the prior-year quarter and above analyst consensus EBIT expected to be €932 million (Q4 2019: €579 million), above the prior-year quarter and above analyst consensus Full year 2020: Sales expected to be €59,149 million (2019: €59,316 million), below the prior year, above analyst consensus and above BASF … Continue reading BASF Group to release preliminary figures for fourth quarter of 2020 and full year 2020

Covestro to raise EBITDA and FOCF forecast for fiscal year 2020

Covestro raises its forecast for EBITDA and Free Operating Cash Flow (FOCF) in fiscal year 2020 as a consequence of a better than expected business development in the fourth quarter 2020. The new expectation exceeds the previously provided financial forecast as well as current capital market expectations. Capital market expectations are based on the average values of latest consensus estimates of financial analysts, published by … Continue reading Covestro to raise EBITDA and FOCF forecast for fiscal year 2020

SONGWON Industrial Group to report Financial Results for Q3/2020

SONGWON Industrial Group today announced its financial results for the 3rd quarter ending September 30, 2020. In Q3/2020, the Group achieved consolidated sales of 195,237 Mil. KRW, marking a 6.3% decline in revenue compared to sales for Q3/2019 (208,388 Mil. KRW). During Q3/2020, the EBITDA increased by 7.3% to 24,349 Mil. KRW and the Group recorded a net profit increase of 19.8% (8,746 Mil. KRW) over … Continue reading SONGWON Industrial Group to report Financial Results for Q3/2020

Hexion to Announce Third Quarter 2020 Results

Entered into a definitive agreement to sell our Phenolic Specialty Resin, Hexamine and European-based Forest Products Resins businesses for approximately $425 million Net sales from continuing operations of $634 million Loss from continuing operations, net of taxes of $26 million Net loss of $102 million Segment EBITDA from continuing operations of $91 million compared to $104 million in the third quarter 2019. Both periods reflect … Continue reading Hexion to Announce Third Quarter 2020 Results

Arkema to publish Q3, 2020 results

Strong improvement in the Group’s volumes compared to the second quarter and excellent cash generation in an environment which remains uncertain. Sales of €1.9 billion (€2.2 billion in Q3’19): 9% decline at constant scope and currency (-18% in Q2’20), in line with the guidance of around -10% issued end July. Negative volume effect of 4.4% Rebound in the construction and decorative paints markets. Industrial markets remain well down … Continue reading Arkema to publish Q3, 2020 results

WACKER to announce Substantial Quarter-Over-Quarter Increases in Sales and EBITDA in Q3 2020

Wacker Chemie AG’s Figures for Q3 2020 (unaudited) WACKER’S Q3 2020 SALES REACH €1.18 BILLION, UP 10 PERCENT QUARTER OVER QUARTER, BUT DOWN 7 PERCENT YEAR OVER YEAR DUE TO IMPACT OF CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC AT €191 MILLION, EBITDA IS 81 PERCENT HIGHER VERSUS A QUARTER AGO, BUT 30 PERCENT LOWER THAN LAST YEAR DUE TO SPECIAL INCOME POSTED IN Q3 2019 NET INCOME FOR Q3 … Continue reading WACKER to announce Substantial Quarter-Over-Quarter Increases in Sales and EBITDA in Q3 2020

Eastman to Announce Third-Quarter 2020 Financial Results

Eastman Chemical Company announced its third-quarter 2020 financial results.  (In millions, except per share amounts) 3Q2020 3Q2019 Sales revenue   $2,122 $2,325         Earnings before interest and taxes (“EBIT”)   243 367         Adjusted EBIT*    310 369 Earnings per diluted share   1.18 1.93         Adjusted earnings per diluted share*                    1.57 1.94 Net cash … Continue reading Eastman to Announce Third-Quarter 2020 Financial Results

Trinseo to Report Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results

Third Quarter 2020 and Other Highlights Net income of $106 million and diluted EPS of $2.75 Adjusted EBITDA* of $102 million, including a $2 million favorable impact from net timing, and Adjusted EPS* of $2.87 COVID-19 pre-tax impact of $65 million to $70 million in the first half of the year with an expected second half pre-tax benefit of $10 million to $15 million from … Continue reading Trinseo to Report Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results

Orion Engineered Carbons to Announce Third Quarter Financial Results

Orion Engineered Carbons S.A., a global supplier of specialty and high-performance carbon black, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2020. Third Quarter 2020 Highlights Continued focus on protecting employees, maintaining agile production and managing costs. Benefited from a pronounced sequential demand surge. Net sales of $282.0 million compared to $370.2 million in the third quarter of 2019 reflecting the impact … Continue reading Orion Engineered Carbons to Announce Third Quarter Financial Results

LANXESS to publish the results for the 3rd quarter of 2020

EBITDA pre exceptionals expected at between EUR 820 million and EUR 880 million for the full year Sales decline by 14.3 percent to EUR 1.461 billion EBITDA pre exceptionals of EUR 193 million 28.3 percent below previous year EBITDA margin pre exceptionals at 13.2 percent Consumer Protection remains strong pillar of the Group Demand visibly recovering in many customer industries Special bonus for employees New … Continue reading LANXESS to publish the results for the 3rd quarter of 2020

The Chemours Company to Report Third Quarter 2020 Results

The Chemours Company (Chemours), a global chemistry company with leading market positions in Fluoroproducts, Chemical Solutions and Titanium Technologies, announced its financial results for the third quarter 2020. Third Quarter 2020 Results & Highlights Net Sales of $1.2 billion Net Income of $76 million, with EPS of $0.46 Adjusted Net Income of $78 million, with Adjusted EPS of $0.47 Adjusted EBITDA of $210 million Free Cash Flow of $252 million, a $92 million improvement … Continue reading The Chemours Company to Report Third Quarter 2020 Results

Covestro with significant growth in volume and earnings in Q3, 2020

Core volumes up by 3.0% Group sales total around EUR 2.8 billion (–12.7%) EBITDA of EUR 456 million (+7.3%) driven by cost-cutting measures Net income of EUR 179 million (+21.8%) Free operating cash flow rises to EUR 361 million (+48.6%) Guidance on full-year earnings raised Announced acquisition makes Covestro one of the leading suppliers of sustainable coating resins In the third quarter of 2020, Covestro … Continue reading Covestro with significant growth in volume and earnings in Q3, 2020

The Sherwin-Williams to Report 2020 Third Quarter Financial Results

Consolidated net sales increased 5.2% in the quarter to $5.12 billion Net sales from stores in U.S. and Canada open more than twelve calendar months increased 3.1% in the quarter Diluted net income per share increased to $7.66 per share in the quarter compared to $6.16 per share in the third quarter 2019 Excluding the impact of acquisition-related amortization expense, diluted net income per share … Continue reading The Sherwin-Williams to Report 2020 Third Quarter Financial Results

Celanese Corporation to Report Third Quarter 2020 Earnings: Highlights Strong Demand Recovery

Celanese Corporation, a global chemical and specialty materials company, reported third quarter GAAP diluted earnings per share of $1.76 and adjusted earnings per share of $1.95. The Company recorded net sales of $1.4 billion driven by 20 percent volume recovery over the prior quarter. Third quarter operating profit was $184 million and adjusted EBIT was $290 million, sequential increases of $101 million and $91 million, … Continue reading Celanese Corporation to Report Third Quarter 2020 Earnings: Highlights Strong Demand Recovery

BASF Group to increase EBIT before special items compared with second quarter of 2020

Q3 2020: Sales of €13.8 billion (+9% compared with the second quarter of 2020) EBIT before special items of €581 million, up €355 million from the second quarter of 2020 EBIT of minus €2.6 billion, mainly due to non-cash-effective impairments Strong free cash flow of €1.4 billion Outlook 2020: Sales of between €57 billion and €58 billion EBIT before special items of between €3.0 billion and €3.3 billion In an environment that continues to be … Continue reading BASF Group to increase EBIT before special items compared with second quarter of 2020

Axalta to Release Third Quarter 2020 Results: Q3 2020 net sales 57.3% higher than Q2 2020

Third Quarter 2020 Highlights: Sequential recovery from all end-markets; Q3 2020 net sales 57.3% higher than Q2 2020 Q3 2020 net sales decreased 7.2% year-over-year to $1,026.9 million Income from operations of $141.7 million; record Adjusted EBIT of $210.4 million Diluted EPS of $0.35 versus $0.28 in Q3 2019; record Adjusted diluted EPS of $0.59 versus $0.52 in Q3 2019 Cash from operations of $233.4 million; over $1.7 billion in total liquidity available at September 30, 2020 Axalta Coating Systems … Continue reading Axalta to Release Third Quarter 2020 Results: Q3 2020 net sales 57.3% higher than Q2 2020

AkzoNobel to deliver strong Q3 results with 3% growth in volumes and 18% increase in adjusted operating income

Highlights Q3 2020 ROS, excluding unallocated costs, increased to 17.7% (2019: 13.8%) due to strong margin management and cost savings Growth in volumes of 3%, with strong demand trends for most segments and regions Total cost savings delivered €49 million, of which €27 million structural savings related to transformation initiatives Net cash from operating activities improved by 46% to €457 million (2019: €312 million); maintained … Continue reading AkzoNobel to deliver strong Q3 results with 3% growth in volumes and 18% increase in adjusted operating income

PPG to Report Record Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results

Net sales of about $3.7 billion, 4% lower than the prior year Net sales continued to be impacted by the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic Record reported earnings per diluted share from continuing operations (EPS) of $1.86 and adjusted EPS of $1.93 Strong aggregate segment operating margins compared to the third quarter 2019, supported by sales volume recovery and ongoing cost management actions Quarterly … Continue reading PPG to Report Record Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results

Covestro AG: Preliminary EBITDA of EUR 456 million in Q3 2020 above market expectation

In the course of preparing the Q3 2020 interim statement for Covestro Group, preliminary Q3 key financial data deviate from capital market expectations, based on the average values of latest consensus estimates of financial analysts, published by Vara Research on October 7, 2020. Therefore, Covestro provides already today the following preliminary key financial data from the Q3 2020 interim statement: Preliminary EBITDA amounts to EUR 456 million. … Continue reading Covestro AG: Preliminary EBITDA of EUR 456 million in Q3 2020 above market expectation

Evonik to deliver Q3 adjusted EBITDA of €519 million above market expectations

Despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, Evonik continues to withstand the crisis well. Consistent strategy execution paying off: Resilient performance in growth divisions continues in Q3 Free cashflow outlook for 2020 uplifted Adjusted EBITDA outlook confirmed and further specified Despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, Evonik continues to withstand the crisis well. In the third quarter 2020, the Group reached an adjusted EBITDA of €519 million. This … Continue reading Evonik to deliver Q3 adjusted EBITDA of €519 million above market expectations

BASF Group to release preliminary figures for Q3 of 2020 and publishes outlook for full year 2020

Q3 2020: EBIT before special items expected to be €581 million (Q3 2019: €1,056 million), above analyst consensus EBIT expected to be minus €2,637 million (Q3 2019: €1,336 million) due to non-cash-effective impairments and provisions for restructuring, below analyst consensus Outlook 2020: Sales expected to decrease to between €57 billion and €58 billion (2019: €59,316 million) EBIT before special items expected to be between €3.0 billion and €3.3 billion (2019: €4,643 million) BASF has released preliminary figures for the … Continue reading BASF Group to release preliminary figures for Q3 of 2020 and publishes outlook for full year 2020

PPG to Project Strong Third Quarter Financial Results

Listen to this article below: PPG announced that its third quarter 2020 adjusted earnings per diluted share is expected to be between $1.90 and $1.94. This compares to adjusted earnings per diluted share of $1.67 in the third quarter of 2019. In addition, the company now anticipates that sales volumes versus the third quarter 2019 will be down about 5%, which is below the lower-end … Continue reading PPG to Project Strong Third Quarter Financial Results

AkzoNobel to continue to see improving trend in Q3 2020

As the complex situation regarding the global COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, Akzo Nobel N.V. (AKZA; AKZOY) today provides an update on recent business performance. Market headwinds have continued to ease during recent months. Based on current trading, total revenue for the third quarter is expected to be close to previous year in constant currencies. Although trends differ per region and segment, end market demand … Continue reading AkzoNobel to continue to see improving trend in Q3 2020

Evonik to publish key financial data for 2020-Q2

Against the backdrop of the worldwide recession triggered by the Corona pandemic, Evonik is getting through the crisis well. Outlook for 2020 confirmed: adjusted EBITDA between €1.7 billion and €2.1 billion Q2: Sales decline 14 percent on weaker demand, adjusted EBITDA falls 19 percent Robust EBITDA-margin of 20 percent in growth segments Nutrition & Care and Resource Efficiency Against the backdrop of the worldwide recession … Continue reading Evonik to publish key financial data for 2020-Q2

The Sherwin-Williams to Report 2020 Second Quarter Financial Results

Consolidated net sales decreased 5.6% in the quarter to $4.60 billion Net sales from stores in U.S. and Canada open more than twelve calendar months decreased 6.9% in the quarter Diluted net income per share increased to $6.48 per share in the quarter compared to $5.03 per share in the second quarter 2019 Excluding the impact of acquisition-related amortization expense, diluted net income per share … Continue reading The Sherwin-Williams to Report 2020 Second Quarter Financial Results

Orion Engineered Carbons to Announce Second Quarter Financial Results

Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC), a global supplier of specialty and high-performance carbon black, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2020. Second Quarter 2020 Highlights Continued focus on protecting employees, maintaining agile production and managing costs Generated $85.7 million of operating cash flow despite sharply lower volumes and profitability, reflecting a $77.3 million working capital reduction, providing a countercyclical, … Continue reading Orion Engineered Carbons to Announce Second Quarter Financial Results

SONGWON to publish preliminary financial results of Q2/2020

SONGWON Industrial Group released its preliminary, unaudited results for Q2 & 6 months ended June 30, 2020. Year-to-date, the Group realized consolidated sales of 408,688 Mil. KRW and has generated a net profit of 16,604 Mil. KRW. Financial results for the 6 months ended June 30, 2020 (preliminary, unaudited results) USD* KRW Consolidated sales 340,493 T 408,688 M Profit for the period 13,833 T 16,604 M … Continue reading SONGWON to publish preliminary financial results of Q2/2020

Eastman to Announce Second-Quarter 2020 Results

(In millions, except per share amounts)   2Q2020 2Q2019 Sales revenue $1,924 $2,363 Earnings before interest and taxes (“EBIT”) 54 371 Adjusted EBIT*   195 389 Earnings per diluted share 0.20 1.85 Adjusted earnings per diluted share*   0.85 1.99 Net cash provided by operating activities 436 422   Free cash flow* 339 330   *For non-core and unusual items excluded from adjusted earnings and … Continue reading Eastman to Announce Second-Quarter 2020 Results

DSM to report H1 2020 results

DSM reports a solid first half in a challenging COVID-19 environment Group sales -1% and Adjusted EBITDA -4% Nutrition: sales +6%, organic sales +5%, Adjusted EBITDA +5% Materials: sales -16%, volumes -14%, Adjusted EBITDA -28% Adjusted net profit down 4% to €399m. Net profit: €270m Adjusted Net Operating Free Cash Flow of €342m, up 33% year to date Interim dividend of €0.80 per ordinary share … Continue reading DSM to report H1 2020 results