EBITDA Margin Improvement
Clariant achieved a significant margin improvement of 230 basis points to 17.9%, driven by performance improvement programs and effective price and cost management. EBITDA before exceptional items increased by 5% in absolute terms to CHF 162 million.
Savings Program Progress
Clariant achieved savings of CHF 19 million in Q3, bringing the total savings to CHF 31 million in the first 9 months of 2025. The program is on track to deliver CHF 80 million by 2027.
Care Chemicals Margin Uplift
Care Chemicals recorded a strong margin uplift to 18.9%, representing a 150 basis points improvement, driven by positive mix, pricing discipline, and contributions from the performance improvement programs.
Adsorbents and Additives Growth
Sales in Adsorbents and Additives increased by 1% in local currency, with profitability driven by pricing, mix effects, and benefits from performance improvement programs.