The materials group and solutions group both reported losses, yet with the implementation of cost-saving solutions, the company remains optimistic for the next quarter.
Financial performance for the quarter that resulted in a 32% decline in year-over-year adjusted EBITDA led to the decision to close its titanium dioxide manufacturing facility.
Despite the decline in year-over-year sales, Arkema highlights the positive momentum in its sustainability strategy, its advantageous acquisitions, and its move towards specialty materials.
Dow recently reported that its first quarter of 2023 saw a decline in sales, volume, local price, and earnings per share compared to the year-ago period.