Revenue and Profit Growth
Revenue increased by 8% to EUR 4.5 billion, and trading profit rose by 5%, showcasing resilience in a challenging market environment.
EPS and Emission Reductions
Earnings per share (EPS) increased by 4% to EUR 1.72, and greenhouse gas emissions were reduced by 63% compared to 2020.
Insulated Building Envelopes and Advanced Building Systems
Revenue for Insulated Building Envelopes increased by 8%, largely due to acquisitions, while Advanced Building Systems saw a 12% revenue growth, driven by organic growth in the data segment.
Share Buyback Announcement
A share buyback of up to EUR 650 million was announced, indicating confidence in the company's future prospects without disrupting development agendas.
Healthy Balance Sheet and Cash Generation
Net debt to EBITDA is at 1.74x with available liquidity of EUR 1.4 billion, ensuring development headroom.