Record-Breaking Margin Improvement
Air Liquide achieved a record operating margin improvement of over 100 basis points in 2024, excluding the energy pass-through effect. This improvement was driven by pricing, efficiency, and portfolio management.
Significant Decrease in CO2 Emissions
Air Liquide reported a significant decrease in CO2 emissions, now 11% below the 2020 level. Carbon intensity has been reduced by 40% compared to 2015, surpassing the 2025 objective of minus 30%.
Strong Backlog and Investment Decisions
The company secured future growth with a strong backlog of €4.2 billion and investment decisions reaching €4.4 billion in 2024, indicating robust future growth prospects.
Increase in Recurring ROCE
The recurring return on capital employed (ROCE) has improved and now stands at 10.7%, despite increased investment.
Dividend Increase
Air Liquide proposed a dividend per share of €3.3 in 2025, an increase of 13.7% compared to the previous year.