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Jun 30, 2025
Celanese Q2 2025 Earnings Report
Celanese posted higher sequential profitability and strong cash generation in Q2 2025.
Key Takeaways
Q2 revenue was $2.532B with GAAP EPS of $1.90 and adjusted EPS of $1.44; net income was $199M and operating income was $233M, while free cash flow reached $311M on $410M operating cash flow.
Revenue totaled $2.532B; Engineered Materials outperformed sequentially.
GAAP EPS $1.90; adjusted EPS $1.44 for the quarter.
Operating income $233M; adjusted EBIT $344M; operating EBITDA $532M.
Free cash flow $311M driven by working capital and earnings improvement.
Revenue by Segment
Forward Guidance
Management expects softer demand across key end-markets in 2H 2025, a ~$25M sequential earnings headwind from inventory reduction, and guided Q3 adjusted EPS to $1.10–$1.40 while reiterating 2025 free cash flow of $700–$800M.
Positive Outlook
- Cost reduction actions expected to benefit Q3.
- Operational flexibility to align with demand.
- Continued focus on cash generation and deleveraging.
- Inventory reduction program progressing.
- Q3 adjusted EPS outlook provided, indicating continued profitability.
Challenges Ahead
- Softening demand across most key end-markets.
- Approx. $25M sequential earnings headwind from inventory actions.
- Persistent macro uncertainty and slow order development.
- Ongoing pressure in acetate tow and vinyls businesses.
Revenue & Expenses
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