Lucas Meyer Cosmetics Acquisition Contribution
The Lucas Meyer Cosmetics acquisition contributed positively with a 2% impact on reported sales and is expected to provide a full margin contribution starting Q4 2024.
Performance Improvement Programs
Achieved CHF 7 million in savings during Q3 and are on track to reach a target of CHF 175 million by 2025, with 90% of the goal already achieved.
Cost Management and Pricing Stability
Despite lower sales, effective pricing and cost management resulted in a resilient EBITDA margin of 15.6%.
Appointment of Ben van Beurden
Ben van Beurden, former CEO of Shell, was nominated to become the Chairman of Clariant, bringing extensive experience in the energy and chemical sectors.