DuPont reported strong first-quarter results, exceeding expectations with organic sales growth across all segments. The company benefited from leading positions in key end-markets and advanced its strategic priorities through business separations, acquisitions, and share repurchases.
GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.89; adjusted EPS was $0.91.
Net Sales reached $4.0 billion, up 8 percent, with organic sales up 7 percent year-over-year.
Operating EBITDA increased to $1.05 billion, a 15 percent rise compared to the previous year.
Approximately $660 million of capital was returned to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends.
DuPont raised its full year 2021 guidance for net sales, operating EBITDA and adjusted EPS.
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