Dow Q2 2022 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Dow reported a 13% increase in net sales compared to the year-ago period, with gains in all operating segments and regions. However, operating EBIT was down due to higher raw material and energy costs, as well as lower equity earnings. The company returned $1.3 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends.
GAAP earnings per share (EPS) was $2.26; Operating EPS was $2.31, compared to $2.72 in the year-ago period.
Net sales were $15.7 billion, up 13% versus the year-ago period with gains in all operating segments and regions.
GAAP Net Income was $1.7 billion; Operating EBIT was $2.4 billion, down $453 million versus the year-ago period.
Returns to shareholders totaled $1.3 billion in the quarter, comprised of $800 million in share repurchases and $505 million in dividends.
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Forward Guidance
Dow expects long-term fundamentals to drive growth across its end markets, leveraging its diverse portfolio and flexible operating model to capitalize on opportunities. The company's focus remains on delivering value and shareholder remuneration.
Positive Outlook
- Long-term fundamentals driving growth across end markets remain attractive
- Leveraging diverse, global portfolio and flexible operating model
- Capitalizing on attractive growth opportunities
- Actions taken to enhance the resiliency of the business position us well to deliver value
- Disciplined and balanced approach to capital allocation has delivered higher mid-cycle earnings
Challenges Ahead
- Near-term market conditions are dynamic
- Impacts of pandemic-related lockdowns in China
- Continued logistics constraints
- Higher energy and raw material costs
- Unspecified economic environments
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income