BASF Faces Challenges Yet Maintains Growth Targets
BASF, a leading chemical company, reported a minor sales decline of 0.9% in the first quarter of 2019, totaling 17.4 billion euros. The adjusted operating profit also saw a decrease of 3.2%, coming in at 2.6 billion euros.
Despite these challenges, including lower prices and reduced sales volumes in significant sectors, BASF remains committed to its strategic goals for 2025. The firm acknowledges potential impacts from US tariffs but deems them manageable. Additionally, BASF is exploring strategic options and implementing cost-saving measures, including possible plant closures in Ludwigshafen.
During an upcoming virtual shareholder meeting, CEO Markus Kamieth will discuss the company's objectives and recent performance. Although BASF has set an EBITDA target of 8.0 to 8.4 billion euros for the year, it has refrained from providing specific forecasts for revenue and net profit.
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