Ingredion Q3 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Ingredion Incorporated reported strong third-quarter results, with a 17% increase in net sales. The company's specialty ingredients growth platforms achieved double-digit increases in net sales. The company now expects full year 2021 adjusted EPS to be in the range of $6.65-$7.00 compared to adjusted EPS of $6.23 in 2020, and up from the previously provided full year outlook of $6.45-$6.85.
Delivered 17% net sales growth due to well-managed sales execution and strong customer demand.
Every region achieved double-digit sales growth by managing price mix and partnering with customers.
Specialty ingredients growth platforms achieved double-digit increases in net sales, outpacing the rest of the portfolio.
Completed the contribution of the Argentina business to the Arcor joint venture, reducing exposure to currency volatility and high fructose corn syrup.
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Forward Guidance
The Company now expects full year 2021 adjusted EPS to be in the range of $6.65-$7.00 compared to adjusted EPS of $6.23 in 2020, and up from the previously provided full year outlook of $6.45-$6.85. The Company expects full year adjusted operating income to be up high single-digits.
Positive Outlook
- North America operating income is expected to be up low single-digits to mid-single-digits driven by higher volumes and lower operating expenses
- South America operating income, including the impact of the Arcor joint venture in Argentina, is expected to be up 20 to 25 percent driven by favorable price mix
- Asia-Pacific operating income is expected to be up high single-digits driven by higher volumes
- EMEA operating income is expected to be up high single-digits driven by higher volumes
- Corporate costs are expected to be up low single-digits driven by investments in global capabilities and centers of excellence