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Dec 31, 2020

DuPont Q4 2020 Earnings Report

DuPont's Q4 2020 financial performance was reported, showcasing mixed results with sales up 1% and strategic portfolio moves.

Key Takeaways

DuPont reported Q4 2020 results with net sales of $5.3 billion, a 1% increase year-over-year. GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.37, and adjusted EPS was $0.95. The company highlighted strong performance in Electronics & Imaging and progress in cost savings, while also focusing on strategic priorities such as the separation of the Nutrition & Biosciences business.

GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.37; adjusted EPS was $0.95.

Net Sales reached $5.3 billion, up 1 percent; organic sales were flat compared to the previous year.

GAAP Income from continuing operations totaled $279 million, with an Operating EBITDA of $1.3 billion.

The company achieved ~$130 million in non-manufacturing costs savings during the quarter.

Total Revenue
$5.25B
Previous year: $5.2B
+0.9%
EPS
$0.95
Previous year: $0.95
+0.0%
Operating EBITDA
$1.3B
Previous year: $1.39B
-6.3%
Gross Profit
$1.73B
Previous year: $1.8B
-3.6%
Cash and Equivalents
$2.54B
Previous year: $1.54B
+65.2%
Total Assets
$70.9B
Previous year: $69.4B
+2.2%

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Forward Guidance

DuPont anticipates net sales between $15.4 and $15.6 billion for 2021, representing an 8% increase at the mid-point compared to 2020. Operating EBITDA is projected to be between $3.83 and $3.93 billion, a 13% increase at the mid-point versus 2020. Adjusted EPS is expected to range from $3.30 to $3.45 per share, a 68% increase at the mid-point compared to 2020.

Positive Outlook

  • Expect net sales between $15.4 and $15.6 billion for 2021, an 8% increase at the mid-point versus 2020 net sales of $14.3 billion
  • Operating EBITDA between $3.83 and $3.93 billion, a 13% increase at the mid-point versus 2020 operating EBITDA of $3.4 billion.
  • Full year adjusted EPS is in the range of $3.30 to $3.45 per share, an increase of 68% at the mid-point versus 2020 adjusted EPS of $2.01 per share
  • Expect a strong first quarter of 2021 with net sales between $3.75 and $3.85 billion
  • Adjusted EPS in the range of $0.75 to $0.77 per share for Q1 2021

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