Clariant Shows Strong First Quarter Financials

May 2nd, 2016

Mino Zaccaro

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With first quarter 2016 sales from continuing operations up 3% in local currencies, Clariant is hitting the floor running. Other notables include EBITDA margin before exceptional items rising to 15.5% from 14.1% and a confirmed outlook of continued progression in operating cash flow and EBITDA margin.

Sales Numbers

Care Chemicals: +7%

Catalysis: -4%

Natural Resources: -2%

Plastics & Coatings: +4%

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