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Linde plc (symbol: LIN) is a global leader in the industrial gas sector, delivering critical gas products and technologies to a wide array of industries. Founded in Germany and headquartered in the United Kingdom since 2018, Linde operates in over 100 countries, providing atmospheric and process gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, and helium. Linde's innovative solutions serve diverse markets such as chemicals, manufacturing, healthcare, and steelmaking.
In 2023, Linde generated approximately $33 billion in revenue, driven by a robust portfolio and strategic initiatives. The company reported a net income of $1,543 million for the fourth quarter alone and saw a 16% increase in diluted earnings per share to $3.16. Linde's operations are marked by efficiency and profitability, achieving an adjusted operating profit margin of 27.4% in the fourth quarter of 2023.
Linde's commitment to sustainable practices is evident in its projects and partnerships. The company continues to invest in clean hydrogen production and carbon capture technologies, essential for the energy transition. Recent expansions include increasing the capacity of its Mims, Florida facility by 50% and signing a long-term agreement with H2 Green Steel for a green steel production plant in Sweden.
Linde has also been recognized for its commitment to business integrity and ethics, receiving the 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies recognition from Ethisphere. This accolade marks Linde's fourth consecutive year on the list, highlighting its dedication to ethical practices and compliance.
Looking ahead, Linde is poised for continued growth and innovation. With a high-quality project backlog of $8.5 billion and a strategic focus on high-quality growth opportunities, the company expects robust earnings growth for years to come. For the full year 2024, Linde projects adjusted diluted earnings per share in the range of $15.25 to $15.65, reflecting an increase of 7% to 10% compared to the prior year.
The Great Lakes Clean Hydrogen coalition (GLCH) has received encouragement from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to submit a full hydrogen hub application. This coalition includes Linde (NYSE: LIN), Cleveland-Cliffs (NYSE: CLF), and others. Their project focuses on developing low-carbon hydrogen through electrolysis at the Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station in Ohio, aiming for a total investment exceeding $2 billion. Half of the funding is requested from the DOE's regional hydrogen hub initiative. The initiative targets decarbonization in steel, aviation, and glass industries while fostering environmental justice and job creation.
Linde has acquired the remaining 77.2% interest in nexAir, LLC, a major packaged gas distributor in the U.S., boosting its sales to approximately $400 million in 2022. This acquisition aligns with Linde's strategy to enhance network density and expand its operational footprint in the southeastern U.S. Linde Gas & Equipment Inc., which has held a minority stake since 2012, will now fully integrate nexAir to strengthen service reliability and quality for customers.
Linde (NYSE:LIN) will release its fourth quarter 2022 financial results on February 7, 2023, at 06:00 EST. A conference call will follow at 09:00 EST, accessible via various toll-free numbers for US, Germany, and UK. The webcast will be available for public listening and can be replayed later. In 2021, Linde reported sales of $31 billion, serving multiple sectors including healthcare and manufacturing.
Linde and SLB announced a strategic collaboration on carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS) projects on October 31, 2022, aimed at accelerating decarbonization across industrial and energy sectors.
This partnership combines extensive expertise in CO2 capture and sequestration, innovative technologies, and project execution capabilities, with a focus on hydrogen and ammonia production and natural gas processing. CCUS is crucial for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, requiring over 6Gt of CO2 to be abated annually, according to the IEA.
SLB and Linde have formed a strategic collaboration focused on carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS) to drive decarbonization in various sectors including hydrogen and ammonia production, and natural gas processing. This partnership aims to leverage their extensive experience and innovative technologies to significantly reduce CO2 emissions, aligning with the International Energy Agency's goal of abating over 6Gt of CO2 annually by 2050. Both companies emphasize their commitment to creating low-carbon energy solutions for a sustainable future.
Linde plc reported strong financial results for Q3 2022, achieving sales of $8.8 billion, a 15% increase year-over-year. The operating profit reached $1.6 billion, with adjusted operating profit at $2.0 billion, up 11%. EPS rose to $2.54, with adjusted EPS at $3.10, marking a 14% increase. Operating cash flow stood at $2.6 billion, covering capital expenditures of $762 million and yielding free cash flow of $1.9 billion. Full-year adjusted EPS guidance is increased to $11.93 - $12.03, indicating 12-13% growth year-over-year.
Linde plc has announced a proposal for shareholders to vote on an intercompany reorganization that would lead to the delisting of its shares from the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. The plan involves creating a new holding company through an Irish scheme and merging it domestically. Shareholders will receive one share of the new company, also named Linde, for each share they own. The new holding company is expected to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the existing ticker LIN.
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