Trinseo Announces New $200 Million Share Repurchase Program

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Trinseo (NYSE: TSE) has authorized a new share repurchase program of up to $200 million, set to expire in 18 months. This follows the full utilization of a previous $200 million buyback initiated in December 2021. The program aims to enhance shareholder value while supporting the company's transformation in specialty materials. CEO Frank Bozich highlighted the company's strong cash generation and strategic growth opportunities as key reasons for the program's initiation.

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• New share repurchase program of up to $200 million enhances shareholder value.
• Program follows a previously successful $200 million buyback, indicating confidence in cash generation.
• Focus on growth in specialty materials and sustainability aligns with market trends.

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WAYNE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Trinseo (NYSE: TSE), a specialty material solutions provider, today announced that its Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program of up to $200 million of its ordinary shares, subject to certain parameters defined by the Board of Directors. This new authorization, which expires in 18 months, follows the repurchase of the full $200 million authorization from December 2021. All repurchases will be carried out by way of redemption in accordance with Irish law and the Company’s constitutional documents.

Frank Bozich, President and Chief Executive Officer of Trinseo, commented, “Given our history of strong cash generation and our ongoing portfolio transformation, we view this as an opportune time to authorize a new share repurchase program. This should enable us to acquire shares in an accretive fashion to drive value for shareholders while growing the business in areas of specialty materials and sustainability.”

About Trinseo

Trinseo (NYSE: TSE) a specialty material solutions provider, partners with companies to bring ideas to life in an imaginative, smart, and sustainability-focused manner by combining its premier expertise, forward-looking innovations and best-in-class materials to unlock value for companies and consumers.

From design to manufacturing, Trinseo taps into decades of experience in diverse material solutions to address customers’ unique challenges in a wide range of industries, including consumer goods, mobility, building and construction, and medical.

Trinseo’s approximately 3,400 employees bring endless creativity to reimagining the possibilities with clients all over the world from the company’s locations in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Trinseo reported net sales of approximately $4.8 billion in 2021. Discover more by visiting www.trinseo.com and connecting with Trinseo on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and WeChat.

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Trinseo

Andy Myers

Tel: +1 610-240-3221

Email: aemyers@trinseo.com

Source: Trinseo

FAQ

What is the new share repurchase program authorized by Trinseo?

Trinseo's Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program of up to $200 million, set to expire in 18 months.

When does Trinseo's new buyback program expire?

The new share repurchase program expires in 18 months.

What was the amount of the prior share repurchase program by Trinseo?

The previous share repurchase program authorized was also for $200 million, which has now been fully utilized.

How does the share repurchase program affect Trinseo's stock price?

The share repurchase program is expected to drive value for shareholders and potentially support an increase in the stock price.

Who commented on the new share repurchase program at Trinseo?

Trinseo's President and CEO, Frank Bozich, commented on the new share repurchase program.