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Huntsman Corp (HUN)
NYSE:HUN
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 02, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.08Last Year’s EPS
-0.06Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 11 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 17, 2025
|% Change Since: -17.99%
|Next Earnings Date:May 02, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed outlook. While Huntsman has made significant progress in cost savings and optimizing its asset footprint, challenges remain, particularly in Europe. Positive market trends in MDI and strategic growth initiatives in Performance Products provide a hopeful outlook, but uncertainties in European operations and specific facilities like the maleic anhydride plant pose risks. The sentiment is balanced between cautious optimism and ongoing challenges.Company Guidance
During the Huntsman Corporation Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Call, the company provided guidance focused on short-term market conditions and strategic cost management. They reported achieving over $150 million in cost savings since 2022 and a 6% reduction in SG&A expenses. The guidance highlighted a cautious outlook, emphasizing a reluctance to offer annual forecasts due to geopolitical uncertainties and market volatility. In terms of operational adjustments, Huntsman announced the closure of several facilities and the expansion of others, such as their Kuala Lumpur site, which now employs approximately 600 people. Additionally, they are focusing on margin expansion and asset optimization, with plans to leverage early signs of recovery in MDI pricing and demand. The company also discussed the potential impact of tariffs on their operations, indicating that recent tariff changes might benefit their earnings due to a low volume of transoceanic trade. Looking ahead to 2025, Huntsman aims to continue minimizing costs while capitalizing on market forces and potential price increases in North America.Cost Savings Initiatives
Huntsman successfully implemented cost-saving measures, resulting in more than $150 million offset against global inflationary costs since 2022, and a reduction in SG&A by more than 6%.
Strategic Asset Footprint Optimization
The company closed or sold several locations and opened global business service hubs in San José, Costa Rica, and Kraków, Poland, expanding the Kuala Lumpur site to approximately 600 positions.
Positive MDI Market Trends
Huntsman reports early signs of recovery in MDI pricing and margins, with MDI prices in China at a three-year high and announced price increases in North America.
New Opportunities in Performance Products
Expansion in Conroe, Texas, with new facilities servicing the chip industry and other sectors, indicating potential growth in Performance Products throughout the year.
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HUN Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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HUN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 04, 2024 | $21.46 | $20.47 | -4.61% |
| Aug 05, 2024 | $20.96 | $20.19 | -3.67% |
| May 02, 2024 | $23.48 | $23.68 | +0.85% |
| Feb 21, 2024 | $23.55 | $25.03 | +6.28% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Huntsman Corp (HUN) report earnings?
Huntsman Corp (HUN) is schdueled to report earning on May 02, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Huntsman Corp (HUN) earnings time?
Huntsman Corp (HUN) earnings time is at May 02, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is HUN EPS forecast?
HUN EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is -0.08.
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