Celanese

Celanese Corp. engages in the provision of technology and specialty materials businesses. It operates through the following segments: Engineered Materials, Acetate Tow, Acetyl Chain and Other Activities. The Engineered Materials segment includes the engineered materials business, food ingredients business and certain strategic affiliates. The Acetate Tow segment serves consumer-driven applications and is a global producer and supplier of acetate tow and acetate flake used in filter products applications. The Acetyl Chain segment includes the integrated chain of intermediate chemistry, emulsion polymers and ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) polymers businesses, based on similar products, production processes, classes of customers and selling and distribution practices as well as economic similarities over a normal business cycle. The Other Activities segment consists of corporate center costs, including administrative activities such as finance, information technology and human resource functions, interest income and expenses associated with financing activities. The company was founded by Camille Dreyfus and Henri Dreyfus in 1918 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

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Celanese reports robust Q4 performance, addresses challenges, eyes growth

Celanese's Q4 performance was strong, with a focus on debt reduction and strategic investments. Challenges in the M&M business are being addressed, while opportunities lie in market dynamics and operational enhancements. The company's clear Lake expansion project and cost-saving initiatives position it for future growth.

Celanese reports solid Q1 performance, eyes market recovery opportunities

Celanese's Q1 earnings call highlighted a strong performance with a focus on market recovery and controllable actions. The company faces challenges in slower demand growth but sees opportunities in market trends and synergies.

Celanese faces China demand challenges but anticipates debt reduction success

Celanese navigated challenges in China and the Acetyl Chain, with signs of price movement up despite lower demand. Sequential improvement is expected in 4Q through cost control and synergies. The company is focused on aggressively lowering debt and diversifying distribution channels for growth.

Celanese reports robust Q3 earnings, targets debt reduction and growth

Celanese's Q3 earnings call highlighted strong performance in key segments, with a focus on earnings growth, debt reduction, and market challenges. The company's strengths include flexibility, synergies, and cost optimization strategies, while facing challenges from demand uncertainties and pricing fluctuations. Opportunities for Celanese include strategic expansions, sustainability initiatives, and debt reduction goals for future growth.

Celanese projects strong 2024 performance with focus on synergies

Celanese is poised for strong performance in 2024 with a focus on cost efficiencies and operational synergies.
The company's strategic strengths lie in projected synergies, margin expansion, and deleveraging efforts.
Challenges include past volume losses and reliability issues, but opportunities exist in market growth and operational enhancements.
Overall, Celanese is strategically positioned to navigate market conditions and drive value creation.

Celanese resilient in Q1 amidst market disruptions and growth opportunities

Celanese navigated market disruptions to maintain strong financial performance.
Focus on synergies, controllable actions, and market conditions to meet guidance.
Opportunities lie in consumer confidence, Clear Lake expansion, and cost efficiencies.
Challenges include pricing pressure, market disruptions, and delayed startups in China.

Celanese projects growth in Q3 and Q4 amidst market challenges

Celanese anticipates stable market conditions and growth opportunities in Q3 and Q4 driven by synergy capture and productivity improvements.
Efforts to resolve acetyls force majeure and mitigate pricing pressures on raw materials are ongoing.
The company is focused on maximizing free cash flow efficiency, reducing debt, and adapting to market dynamics for sustained growth.
Evaluation of divestiture opportunities and maintaining a balanced approach in methanol integration are key strategic considerations.

Celanese disappoints in Q3, plans dividend cut for deleveraging

Celanese faces challenges from macroeconomic headwinds, prompting actions to support deleveraging and enhance profitability. The company's focus on cost reduction, synergies, and project pipeline acceleration aims to drive earnings growth. Clear Lake project and ongoing asset optimization present opportunities for value creation.

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Lower volumes and prices hurt Celanese's (CE) revenues in the first quarter. The company reaffirms its earnings guidance for 2019.

Celanese's (CE) Q1 Earnings Top Estimates, Revenues Trail

Our proven model does not show that Celanese (CE) is likely to beat estimates this quarter.

Celanese (CE) to Report Q1 Earnings: What's in the Cards?

Celanese (CE) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Earnings Preview: Celanese (CE) Q1 Earnings Expected to Decline

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Celanese (CE) to Increase Prices of Acetyl Intermediates

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