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Huntsman Corporation

Huntsman Corporation (HUN)

17.505
-0.275
( -1.55% )
Updated: 10:03:55

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Key stats and details

Current Price
17.505
Bid
-
Ask
-
Volume
286,218
17.41 Day's Range 17.71
17.41 52 Week Range 27.01
Market Cap
Previous Close
17.78
Open
17.71
Last Trade
100
@
17.505
Last Trade Time
10:03:57
Financial Volume
US$ 5,015,197
VWAP
17.5223
Average Volume (3m)
2,014,604
Shares Outstanding
172,992,221
Dividend Yield
5.71%
PE Ratio
28.51
Earnings Per Share (EPS)
0.61
Revenue
6.11B
Net Profit
106M

About Huntsman Corporation

Huntsman Corp is a US-based manufacturer of differentiated organic chemical products. Its product portfolio comprises Methyl diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI), Amines, Surfactants, Maleic anhydride, Epoxy-based polymer formulations, Textile chemicals, Dyes, and Others. The company's products are used in a... Huntsman Corp is a US-based manufacturer of differentiated organic chemical products. Its product portfolio comprises Methyl diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI), Amines, Surfactants, Maleic anhydride, Epoxy-based polymer formulations, Textile chemicals, Dyes, and Others. The company's products are used in adhesives, aerospace, automotive, construction products, among others. Its operating segments are Polyurethanes, Performance Products, Advanced Materials, and Textile Effects. It derives most of its revenue from the Polyurethanes segment which includes MDI, polyols, TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), and other polyurethane-related products. Its geographical segments are the United States & Canada, Europe, Asia- Pacific, and the Rest of the world. Show more

Sector
Chemicals & Allied Products
Industry
Chemicals & Allied Products
Headquarters
Wilmington, Delaware, USA
Founded
-
Huntsman Corporation is listed in the Chemicals & Allied Products sector of the New York Stock Exchange with ticker HUN. The last closing price for Huntsman was US$17.78. Over the last year, Huntsman shares have traded in a share price range of US$ 17.41 to US$ 27.01.

Huntsman currently has 172,992,221 shares outstanding. The market capitalization of Huntsman is US$3.08 billion. Huntsman has a price to earnings ratio (PE ratio) of 28.51.

HUN Latest News

Huntsman Announces Fourth Quarter 2024 Common Dividend

Huntsman Announces Fourth Quarter 2024 Common Dividend PR Newswire THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Nov. 5, 2024 THE WOODLANDS, Texas , Nov. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN...

Huntsman Announces Third Quarter 2024 Earnings

Huntsman Announces Third Quarter 2024 Earnings PR Newswire THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Nov. 4, 2024 Third Quarter Highlights Third quarter 2024 net loss attributable to Huntsman of $33 million compared...

Huntsman to Discuss Third Quarter 2024 Results on November 5, 2024

Huntsman to Discuss Third Quarter 2024 Results on November 5, 2024 PR Newswire THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Oct. 3, 2024 THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntsman Corporation (NYSE:...

Huntsman Prices $350 Million of Senior Notes

Huntsman Prices $350 Million of Senior Notes PR Newswire THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Sept. 24, 2024 THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) today announced...

PeriodChangeChange %OpenHighLowAvg. Daily VolVWAP
1-0.705-3.8714991762818.2118.30517.41145126517.99312807CS
4-2.125-10.825267447819.6320.9417.41243987119.11572082CS
12-6.505-27.092877967524.0124.2417.41201460420.41353305CS
26-5.305-23.257343270522.8125.1217.41199719721.4099591CS
52-7.545-30.11976047925.0527.0117.41194183122.98046227CS
156-17.785-50.396712949835.2941.6517.41213974427.58671846CS
260-6.785-27.933305887224.2941.6512.23211455426.30000637CS

HUN - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the current Huntsman share price?
The current share price of Huntsman is US$ 17.505
How many Huntsman shares are in issue?
Huntsman has 172,992,221 shares in issue
What is the market cap of Huntsman?
The market capitalisation of Huntsman is USD 3.08B
What is the 1 year trading range for Huntsman share price?
Huntsman has traded in the range of US$ 17.41 to US$ 27.01 during the past year
What is the PE ratio of Huntsman?
The price to earnings ratio of Huntsman is 28.51
What is the cash to sales ratio of Huntsman?
The cash to sales ratio of Huntsman is 0.49
What is the reporting currency for Huntsman?
Huntsman reports financial results in USD
What is the latest annual turnover for Huntsman?
The latest annual turnover of Huntsman is USD 6.11B
What is the latest annual profit for Huntsman?
The latest annual profit of Huntsman is USD 106M
What is the registered address of Huntsman?
The registered address for Huntsman is 1209 ORANGE STREET, WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, 19801
What is the Huntsman website address?
The website address for Huntsman is www.huntsman.com
Which industry sector does Huntsman operate in?
Huntsman operates in the CHEMICALS & ALLIED PRODUCTS sector

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HUN Discussion

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whytestocks whytestocks 5 years ago
News: $HUN Huntsman Announces Third Quarter 2019 Common Dividend

THE WOODLANDS, Texas , Aug. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) today announced that its board of directors has declared a $0.1625 per share cash dividend on its common stock. The dividend is payable on September 30, 2019 to stockholders of record as of Sept...

Find out more Huntsman Announces Third Quarter 2019 Common Dividend
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dawg76767 dawg76767 8 years ago
Where do you think the dividend yield is going?
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ValueInvestor15 ValueInvestor15 8 years ago
Huntsman Corp $HUN fundamental analysis highlights stock's 8% undervalued b4 earnings Wednesday:

Intrinsic Value Source
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ChuckD-MSB ChuckD-MSB 9 years ago
I sure did guess a good entry point wrong on this one, will buy some more just not sure at what level. Div yield is now 6.2%
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ChuckD-MSB ChuckD-MSB 9 years ago
Added 1000 at $9.20 Happy to collect 5.5% divs while I wait.
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bigpickker bigpickker 9 years ago
WHY CANT THIS GO UP FOR ONCE.
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ChuckD-MSB ChuckD-MSB 9 years ago
Picked up 1000 this morning at $10.19
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ChuckD-MSB ChuckD-MSB 9 years ago
Sold $10.39 quick $775 maybe buy in again next week.
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escapeTrip escapeTrip 9 years ago
Added here today...will add more on weakness. Been waiting to add on this one for awhile.
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ChuckD-MSB ChuckD-MSB 9 years ago
Added 500 more $9.70 will keep adding if it keeps dropping.
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ChuckD-MSB ChuckD-MSB 9 years ago
HUN on sale today on earnings warning, started a position with 1000 shares at $9.95
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fuller11 fuller11 9 years ago
3 years of gains gone in less then 2 months!!!!!! and management does not seem interested!!!!!
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fuller11 fuller11 9 years ago
Not much support in this company, management is inept (IMO)and the stock price has been tanking! Wondering if we see a low of $10.00/share within the next few months.
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fuller11 fuller11 9 years ago
Curious to see who sold out about 10 min after opening? Insiders? This company is run by banchies!
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fuller11 fuller11 9 years ago
2 years of gains in less then a month! The market is rigged!
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The_Medik The_Medik 10 years ago
Nothing new to add, agree with you that it has potential.
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fuller11 fuller11 10 years ago
I have been a shareholder for 5 years now. A good solid company with good management. I find it frustrating that a years worth of gains are gone in 3 days. All I can offer is too follow what the big funds are doing.
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fuller11 fuller11 10 years ago
Probably big hedge funds dumping to drive down the price so that they can pick up cheap shares in the new year. The stock market is so corrupt! One day analysts are pumping a stock up and the next day they are downgrading!
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Eagle1 Eagle1 10 years ago
Any info on this HUN?





IMO, I think it is a solid company and did some services for them recently:)


Eagle1
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Eagle1 Eagle1 10 years ago
HUN = Huntsman International! Wow, what a dip.


Any thoughts from anyone on this?


Please advise...

Thank You!


Eagle1
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fuller11 fuller11 10 years ago
TIMBER!!!!!!!!!!!!
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fuller11 fuller11 10 years ago
Huntsman reports higher eps then forecasted and the stock sinks! Who's in control of the market? Hedge funds? Who it is, is rigging the market!
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fuller11 fuller11 10 years ago
Huntsman reports good # and premarket we are down!
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The_Medik The_Medik 10 years ago
Rigged is an understatement...lol

Too much artificial support by the feds imo.
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fuller11 fuller11 10 years ago
Back to 20.00 very soon. 2 years to get to $29 and three weeks to fall to $20. The stock market is rigged!
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The_Medik The_Medik 10 years ago
My prediction came through, just 8 months late...lol
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The_Medik The_Medik 11 years ago
lol, at least we're moving in the right direction.
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fuller11 fuller11 11 years ago
Not quite but a good guess, if you said by the end of the year?
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fuller11 fuller11 12 years ago
Hard to believe that one months of gains are gone in two days. This stock market is so corrupt!
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The_Medik The_Medik 12 years ago
That would be nice.
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bob smith bob smith 12 years ago
Look for them to increase the dividend next quarter.

Gl
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The_Medik The_Medik 12 years ago
Same here
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bob smith bob smith 12 years ago
hope so...

steady horse, worth the dividend.

gl
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The_Medik The_Medik 12 years ago
$20 really soon, then $25 by end of summer imo.
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The_Medik The_Medik 12 years ago
Agreed, still heading North IMO.
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bob smith bob smith 12 years ago
great dividend buy and solid 3 months!


gl
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bob smith bob smith 12 years ago
Dow is down, and HUN is up.....go figure!


gl
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fuller11 fuller11 12 years ago
Dow's up and Hun's down. This stock is disconnected from the overall market.
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bob smith bob smith 12 years ago
Bought heavy under $14 for the dividend and long term value.

Great investment and $20 should be a breeze

Gl
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The_Medik The_Medik 12 years ago
Heading back to the $20 range, time to load up.
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bob smith bob smith 12 years ago
anything under $15 is a deal with the current quarterly dividend pay outs.

the future is bright.

accumulate while you can.


gl
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bob smith bob smith 12 years ago
On Watch!

better quarter ahead!

gl
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fuller11 fuller11 12 years ago
And the pps hardly moves. Last summer they miss by 1 penny and the stcck drops like $5.00. Doesn't make sense!
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eastunder eastunder 12 years ago
Huntsman Reports Strong Results For The Second Quarter 2012: $365 Million Adjusted EBITDA, $0.58 Adjusted EPS

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/huntsman-reports-strong-results-second-100000764.html
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eastunder eastunder 12 years ago
HUN: Q2 Adj EPS 58c vs 48c Beats 54c Est

Wednesday, August 01, 2012 07:42ET

QUARTER RESULTS
Huntsman Corp (HUN) reported Q2 results ended June 2012. Q2 Revenues were $2,914.00M; -0.68% vs yr-ago; MISSING revenue consensus by -3.40%. Q2 EPS was 52c. Adjusted Q2 EPS was 58c; +20.83% vs yr-ago; BEATING earnings consensus by +7.41%.

Q2 RESULTS Reported Year-Ago Y/Y Chg Estimate SURPRISE
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Revenues: $2,914.00M $2,934.00M -0.68% $3,016.42M -3.40%
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EPS: 52c N/A N/A N/A N/A
Adj EPS: 58c 48c +20.83% 54c +7.41%
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eastunder eastunder 12 years ago
HUN 2Q earnings 8-1-12 BMO


Huntsman To Discuss Second Quarter 2012 Results On August 1, 2012

Huntsman (NYSE:HUN)
Intraday Stock Chart

Today : Tuesday 10 July 2012
Huntsman To Discuss Second Quarter 2012 Results On August 1, 2012
PR Newswire

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, July 9, 2012

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, July 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) will hold a conference call to discuss its second quarter 2012 financial results on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. ET. Second quarter 2012 results will be released to the public at approximately 6:00 a.m. E.T. that day via PR Newswire.

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eastunder eastunder 12 years ago
Huntsman Acquires Remaining Ownership of Russian Polyurethanes Company


THE WOODLANDS, Texas, July 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) today announced that it has acquired the remaining ownership of Russian joint venture Huntsman NMG (HNMG), giving it full ownership of the company. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

HNMG is a leading supplier of polyurethane systems to the adhesives, coatings and footwear markets in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus.

Commenting on the deal, Anthony P. Hankins, President of the Polyurethanes division said "The Russian Federation is recognized as an important and fast growing economy, with double digit growth rates predicted for polyurethane products. This investment will give us greater access to the high value coatings, adhesives and elastomers markets through an established, state-of-the-art operations platform that will enhance our ability to provide differentiated solutions for our customers."

About Huntsman:

Huntsman is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals. Our operating companies manufacture products for a variety of global industries, including chemicals, plastics, automotive, aviation, textiles, footwear, paints and coatings, construction, technology, agriculture, health care, detergent, personal care, furniture, appliances and packaging. Originally known for pioneering innovations in packaging and, later, for rapid and integrated growth in petrochemicals, Huntsman has approximately 12,000 employees and operates from multiple locations worldwide. The Company had 2011 revenues of over $11 billion. For more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at www.huntsman.com.

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eastunder eastunder 13 years ago
UPDATE 3-Huntsman profit nearly triples on rising demand

Tue May 1, 2012 8:13am EDT

http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/05/01/huntsman-idUSL4E8G158R20120501?feedType=RSS&feedName=cyclicalConsumerGoodsSector&rpc=43

* Adj EPS 74 cents vs Street forecast 40 cents

* Revenue rose 9 percent to $2.91 bln; beats Street view

* CEO "optimistic about earnings potential"

* Shares rise nearly 9 percent in premarket trading

By Ernest Scheyder

May 1 (Reuters) - Huntsman Corp's quarterly profit beat Wall Street's expectations as the company benefited from higher prices for chemicals used in insulation and paint, and its stock rose nearly 9 percent in premarket trading.

The results show that demand is beginning to pick up in key markets Huntsman serves, including clothing, housing, construction and auto production.

"Notwithstanding certain economic challenges in various parts of the world, I am most optimistic about our earnings potential," Chief Executive Officer Peter Huntsman said in a statement on Tuesday.

The company posted first-quarter net income of $163 million, or 68 cents per share, compared with $62 million, or 26 cents per share, a year earlier.

Excluding a loss from discontinued operations and other one-time items, the company earned 74 cents per share.

By that measure, analysts had expected earnings of 40 cents per share, according to Thomson Reuters I/B/E/S.

Revenue rose 9 percent to $2.91 billion. Analysts, on average, had expected $2.81 billion.


POLYURETHANE STRENGTH

Revenue rose 17 percent to $1.22 billion in the company's biggest unit, polyurethanes, largely due to higher prices and demand for methylene diphenyl diisocyanate, also known as MDI.

MDI is commonly used in foam insulation.

Demand was also strong for titanium dioxide, a white paint pigment. Revenue in the company's pigments unit rose 16 percent to $424 million. DuPont rivals Huntsman in the titanium dioxide market.

Demand slipped slightly for Huntsman chemical dyes and specialty chemicals.

Huntsman shares rose 8.6 percent to $15.37 in premarket trading on Tuesday. As of Monday's $14.16 close, the stock had gained about 42 percent so far this year.

Former U.S. Republican presidential candidate Jon Huntsman Jr., son of the company's founder and brother of its chief executive, joined the board of directors in February.
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eastunder eastunder 13 years ago
HUN: Q1 Adj EPS 74c vs 47c Beats 40c Est

Tuesday , May 01, 2012 06:58ET

QUARTER RESULTS
Huntsman Corp (HUN) reported Q1 results ended March 2012. Q1 Revenues were $2,913.00M; +8.73% vs yr-ago; BEATING revenue consensus by +3.57%. Q1 EPS was 68c. Adjusted Q1 EPS was 74c; +57.45% vs yr-ago; BEATING earnings consensus by +85.00%.

Q1 RESULTS Reported Year-Ago Y/Y Chg Estimate SURPRISE
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Revenues: $2,913.00M $2,679.00M +8.73% $2,812.60M +3.57%
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EPS: 68c N/A N/A N/A N/A
Adj EPS: 74c 47c +57.45% 40c +85.00%
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eastunder eastunder 13 years ago
Huntsman Releases First Quarter 2012 Results and Reports Record Earnings: $397 Million Adjusted EBITDA, $0.74 Adjusted EPS

Tuesday , May 01, 2012 06:00ET

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

First Quarter 2012 Highlights

-- Revenues improved 9% compared to the prior year period.
-- Net income attributable to Huntsman Corporation increased to $163
million compared to $62 million in the prior year period.
-- Adjusted EBITDA improved 31% to $397 million compared to the prior year
period.
-- Adjusted diluted income per share improved 64% to $0.74 compared to the
prior year period.

Three months ended
------------------
March 31, December 31,
---------
In millions, except
per share amounts,
unaudited 2012 2011 2011
------------------- ---- ---- ----

Revenues $2,913 $2,679 $2,632

Net income
attributable to
Huntsman
Corporation $163 $62 $105
Adjusted net
income(1) $177 $110 $68

Diluted income per
share $0.68 $0.26 $0.44
Adjusted diluted
income per share(1) $0.74 $0.45 $0.28

EBITDA(1) $390 $239 $273
Adjusted EBITDA(1) $397 $304 $243

See end of press release for footnote explanations


Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) today reported first quarter 2012 results with revenues of $2,913 million and adjusted EBITDA of $397 million.

Peter R. Huntsman, our President and CEO, commented:

"Our first quarter 2012 earnings represented a record performance. Improvements in our MDI selling prices and attractive margins in our PO/MTBE business were notable.

There are still considerable financial benefits forthcoming from our restructuring efforts. Notwithstanding certain economic challenges in various parts of the world, I am most optimistic about our earnings potential."

Segment Analysis for 1Q12 Compared to 1Q11

Polyurethanes

The increase in revenues in our Polyurethanes division for the three months ended March 31, 2012 compared to the same period in 2011 was primarily due to higher average selling prices and higher sales volumes. MDI average selling prices increased primarily in response to improved demand, while PO/MTBE average selling prices increased primarily in response to improved demand and industry supply constraints. MDI sales volumes increased as a result of improved demand in all regions and across all major markets with the exception of appliances. PO/MTBE sales volumes increased due to strong demand. The increase in adjusted EBITDA was primarily due to higher contribution margins and higher sales volumes.

Performance Products

The increase in revenues in our Performance Products division for the three months ended March 31, 2012 compared to the same period in 2011 was primarily due to higher sales volumes partially offset by lower average selling prices. Sales volumes increased primarily due to the consolidation of our maleic anhydride joint venture with Sasol in Germany, partially offset by lower demand for amines and surfactants. Average selling prices decreased primarily due to the sales mix, competitive market pressure for certain amines and in response to lower raw material costs for certain products. The decrease in adjusted EBITDA was primarily due to lower contribution margins and higher manufacturing and selling, general and administrative costs.

Advanced Materials

The decrease in revenues in our Advanced Materials division for the three months ended March 31, 2012 compared to the same period in 2011 was primarily due to lower average selling prices partially offset by higher sales volumes. Average selling prices decreased primarily due to sales mix and the strength of the U.S. dollar against major international currencies. Sales volumes increased across most regions, primarily due to strong demand in our base resins business in Europe, partially offset by lower demand in the wind energy market in the Asia Pacific region. The decrease in adjusted EBITDA was primarily due to lower contribution margins.

Textile Effects

The decrease in revenues in our Textile Effects division for the three months ended March 31, 2012 compared to the same period in 2011 was primarily due to lower average selling prices as sales volumes were essentially unchanged. Average selling prices decreased primarily due to the strength of the U.S. dollar against major international currencies and sales mix. The decrease in adjusted EBITDA was primarily due to higher manufacturing costs.

Pigments

The increase in revenues in our Pigments division for the three months ended March 31, 2012 compared to the same period in 2011 was due to higher average selling prices partially offset by lower sales volumes. Average selling prices increased in all regions of the world primarily as a result of higher raw material costs. Sales volumes decreased primarily due to lower global demand and continued customer destocking, particularly in the Asia Pacific region. The increase in adjusted EBITDA in our Pigments division was primarily due to higher contribution margins.

Corporate, LIFO and Other

Corporate, LIFO and other includes unallocated corporate overhead, LIFO inventory valuation reserve adjustments and unallocated foreign exchange gains and losses. Adjusted EBITDA from Corporate, LIFO and other increased by $5 million to a loss of $40 million for the three months ended March 31, 2012 compared to a loss of $45 million for the same period in 2011. The increase in adjusted EBITDA was primarily the result of an $11 million decrease in LIFO inventory valuation expense ($3 million of income in 2012 compared to $8 million of expense in 2011) partially offset by an increase in unallocated foreign currency losses of $5 million ($3 million loss in 2012 compared to $2 million gain in 2011).

Income Taxes

During the three months ended March 31, 2012 we recorded income tax expense of $60 million. Our adjusted effective income tax rate for the three months ended March 31, 2012 was approximately 26%. We expect our long term effective income tax rate to be approximately 30 - 35%. We have tax valuation allowances in countries such as Switzerland and the United Kingdom where our Textile Effects and Pigments businesses have meaningful operations. The increase in profitability from our Pigments business has had a significant impact on reducing our adjusted effective income tax rate. During the three months ended March 31, 2012, we paid $13 million in cash for income taxes.

Liquidity, Capital Resources and Outstanding Debt

As of March 31, 2012, we had $1,109 million of combined cash and unused borrowing capacity compared to $1,043 million at December 31, 2011. For the three months ended March 31, 2012, our primary net working capital increased by $118 million. During this period, we redeemed approximately $86 million of our 7.5% senior subordinated notes due 2015 and repaid all of the approximately $27 million outstanding under our Australia credit facility.

During the first quarter 2012, we successfully completed an amendment of our senior secured credit facilities that increased the capacity of our revolving credit facility to $400 million and extended the maturity of our revolving credit facility and $346 million of our term loan B facility from 2014 to 2017.

On March 14, 2012, Moody's Investors Service upgraded our corporate credit rating to Ba3. On April 26, 2012, Standard & Poor's Ratings Services upgraded our corporate credit rating to BB.

Total capital expenditures for the three months ended March 31, 2012 were $81 million. We expect to spend approximately $425 to $450 million on capital expenditures in 2012 which approximates our annual depreciation and amortization.


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