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Dec 31, 2021
DuPont Q4 2021 Earnings Report
DuPont's Q4 2021 financial results reflected strong sales growth and improved earnings per share, driven by pricing actions and volume gains.
Key Takeaways
DuPont reported a 14% increase in net sales to $4.3 billion and a 13% increase in organic sales versus the year-ago period. GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.47, while adjusted EPS was $1.08. The company issued 2022 guidance with adjusted EPS expected to be in the range of $4.60 to $4.90 per share.
Net sales increased by 14% and organic sales increased by 13% compared to the year-ago period.
GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.47, and adjusted EPS was $1.08.
Operating EBITDA was $973 million, up 5% versus the year-ago period.
The company announced a 10% increase to its first quarter regular dividend and a board approval of a $1.0 billion share buyback program.
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Forward Guidance
For 2022, DuPont expects net sales between $17.4 and $17.8 billion and operating EBITDA between $4.3 and $4.5 billion. Full year adjusted EPS is expected to be in the range of $4.60 to $4.90 per share.
Positive Outlook
- Net sales between $17.4 and $17.8 billion expected.
- Operating EBITDA between $4.3 and $4.5 billion expected.
- Adjusted EPS expected to be in the range of $4.60 to $4.90 per share.
- Top-line volume growth is expected.
- Pricing gains are expected.
Challenges Ahead
- Raw material cost increases are expected.
- Logistics costs increases are expected.
- Consumer demand remains strong.
- Raw material cost inflation is expected to continue to impact margins.
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