Avient Q1 2020 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
PolyOne reported a decrease in sales by 5% due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but an increase in operating income by 5% due to improved margins and cost containment actions. GAAP EPS from continuing operations increased to $0.38, and adjusted EPS (excluding the impact of additional shares) improved to $0.53.
GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.38 compared to $0.29 in the prior year first quarter.
Adjusted EPS from continuing operations (excluding the impact of additional shares) improved 23% to $0.53 compared to $0.43 in the prior year first quarter.
Operating income increased 5% as improved margins in all segments and cost containment actions offset a 5% sales decline related to the COVID-19 pandemic
Liquidity remains strong as the company finished the quarter with $1.28 billion in cash.
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Forward Guidance
Given the uncertainty in global markets, the company does not plan to provide specific guidance for the second quarter or the balance of the year at this time.
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