Huntsman Q2 2022 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Huntsman Corporation reported positive Q2 2022 results, with EBITDA margins exceeding 18% due to value over volume strategy, improved pricing, and solid cost control. The company repurchased approximately $500 million in shares in the first six months of the year and maintains a strong balance sheet with a net leverage ratio of 0.6x.
Second quarter EBITDA margins exceeded 18%.
Company remains on track to meet Investor Day targets despite economic challenges.
Approximately $500 million in shares were repurchased in the first six months of the year.
Balance sheet remains strong with a net leverage ratio of 0.6x.
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Forward Guidance
Regardless of any macro headwinds that may impact the chemical industry in the coming quarters, our priorities around cost control, a focus on downstream businesses and returning capital to shareholders will remain unchanged. Our balance sheet and cash generation places us in an enviable position to take advantage of opportunities as they present themselves to invest in our core businesses.
Challenges Ahead
- Extremely high European natural gas prices.
- Headwinds in China associated with government-mandated shutdowns.
- Monetary tightening in the United States.