Kronos Worldwide reported a significant increase in net income for Q1 2022, driven by higher average TiO2 selling prices and increased sales volumes. Net sales also increased, although were negatively impacted by currency exchange rates.
Net income increased to $57.5 million, or $0.50 per share, compared to $19.6 million, or $0.17 per share, in Q1 2021.
Net sales rose to $562.9 million, a $97.9 million (21%) increase from Q1 2021.
TiO2 sales volumes increased by 2% compared to Q1 2021.
Average TiO2 selling prices were 24% higher than in Q1 2021, with prices at the end of Q1 2022 being 7% higher than at the end of 2021.
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