DuPont reported Q2 2022 financial results ahead of expectations, with net sales of $3.3 billion, a 7% increase from the previous year, and organic sales growth of 9%. The company's adjusted EPS increased by 11% to $0.88, and operating EBITDA increased by 6% to $829 million.
Net sales increased 7% to $3.3 billion; organic sales increased 9% versus year-ago period.
GAAP income from continuing operations was $365 million; operating EBITDA of $829 million increased 6% versus year-ago period; consistent operating EBITDA margin year-over-year.
GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.71; adjusted EPS of $0.88 increased 11% versus year-ago period.
Approximately $665 million of capital was returned to shareholders through $500 million in share repurchases and ~$165 million in dividends.
DuPont narrowed its full year 2022 adjusted EPS guidance from $3.20-$3.50 to $3.27-$3.43 while maintaining the mid-point of our previous range. The updated full year 2022 guidance ranges for net sales and operating EBITDA reflect incremental foreign currency headwinds and the removal of contribution from the Biomaterials business, which was divested on May 31, 2022.