Huntsman Corporation - HUN STOCK NEWS

Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) has successfully sold around 42.4 million shares of Venator Materials PLC to SK Capital Partners, generating about $100 million in cash. This transaction includes an option for the sale of 9.7 million additional shares at $2.15 per share. Additionally, Huntsman will realize $150 million in immediate cash tax savings due to the sale, totaling approximately $250 million in cash benefits this year. CEO Peter Huntsman expressed confidence in Venator’s future as the markets strengthen.

Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) has revised its fourth quarter 2020 outlook, projecting an adjusted EBITDA increase of 20% to 25% year-over-year. Specifically, the Polyurethanes segment is expected to see over a 20% improvement from Q3 2020, driven by robust demand and higher MDI margins, particularly in Asia. Performance Products is anticipated to rise nearly 15% compared to Q3. Additionally, Huntsman plans to sell 42.5 million shares of Venator Materials and redeem €445 million in Senior Notes due 2021, reducing interest expenses by approximately $25 million annually.

Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) has announced an agreement to acquire Gabriel Performance Products for $250 million. This all-cash transaction, set to close in Q1 2021, aims to broaden Huntsman's portfolio in specialty chemicals, particularly in coatings and adhesives. Gabriel, which reported $106 million in revenue in 2019, offers unique toughening agents and additives. This acquisition, with an EBITDA multiple of 11 times, is expected to generate significant synergies and enhance Huntsman's competitiveness in North America.

Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) has successfully completed the sale of its India-based DIY consumer adhesives business to Pidilite Industries in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $257 million. The transaction, finalized on November 3, 2020, excludes working capital adjustments, with potential additional proceeds of up to $28 million based on future sales performance. This sale reflects a 15x multiple on the business's adjusted EBITDA from 2019, indicating strong valuation metrics.

Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) has declared a $0.1625 per share cash dividend on its common stock, payable on December 31, 2020. Stockholders of record as of December 15, 2020, will receive the dividend. In 2019, Huntsman generated revenues of approximately $7 billion and operates over 70 manufacturing and R&D facilities globally. The company employs around 9,000 associates and markets a diverse range of specialty chemicals.

Huntsman Corporation (HUN) reported third quarter 2020 results with revenues of $1.51 billion, down 10% year-over-year. Net income increased to $57 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, while adjusted net income fell to $70 million from $95 million in Q3 2019. Adjusted EBITDA was $188 million, representing a 13% decrease. The company expects to realize $250 million in cash benefits from a share sale and tax savings. Huntsman also plans to close the sale of its India-based DIY adhesives business for up to $285 million shortly.

Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) has signed an agreement to sell its India-based DIY consumer adhesives business to Pidilite Industries for up to $285 million. The transaction will provide approximately $257 million in cash at closing, with an additional $28 million available based on sales performance. The deal, expected to close within a week, reflects a 2019 adjusted EBITDA multiple of around 15 times. CEO Peter Huntsman believes Pidilite is better positioned to grow the business in India and hints at reinvesting proceeds into core operations.

Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) reported a partial outage at its MDI facility in Geismar, Louisiana, caused by mechanical failure at a third-party supplier. This outage is expected to last approximately 5 weeks and could affect the company's fourth quarter adjusted EBITDA by around $15 million. An update will be provided during the third quarter earnings conference call scheduled for October 29, 2020.

Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) will hold a conference call on October 29, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss its third quarter 2020 financial results, which will be released earlier that day at 6:00 a.m. ET. The call will include a presentation accessible via the webcast. Participants can join by dialing (877) 402-8037 for domestic calls and (201) 378-4913 for international calls. Huntsman reported revenues of approximately $7 billion in 2019, employing around 9,000 associates.