Clariant announced its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 results, reporting a 16.4% EBITDA margin in Q4, driven by volume growth in all business units. Full-year 2024 sales totaled CHF 4.152 billion, a 3% decline in local currency, while EBITDA before exceptional items increased to CHF 663 million, reflecting a 16.0% EBITDA margin.

CEO Conrad Keijzer highlighted strong operational performance, cash generation, and sustainability progress, including a 9% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2023. Clariant also proposed a CHF 0.42 per share distribution to shareholders, subject to approval at the April 1, 2025, annual general meeting.

For 2025, Clariant expects 3-5% local currency sales growth, with improvements in Care Chemicals and Adsorbents & Additives, while Catalysts sales remain steady. The company forecasts an EBITDA margin before exceptional items of 17-18% and continues to target a 40% free cash flow conversion by 2027.

Clariant remains committed to its medium-term targets, aiming for 4-6% annual sales growth, a 19-21% EBITDA margin, and cost-saving measures expected to generate CHF 80 million in annual savings by 2027.

For full financial details, visit Clariant’s website.