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Ashland Inc. reports developments for a global additives and specialty ingredients business serving pharmaceuticals, personal care, food and beverage, architectural coatings, construction, energy and other industrial markets. Company updates commonly cover quarterly results and outlook, segment demand across Life Sciences, Personal Care, Specialty Additives and Intermediates, pricing actions tied to raw-material and logistics conditions, and capital returns through common-stock dividends.
Other Ashland news includes product and regulatory developments for specialty ingredients such as agrimer™ eco-coat polymer seed coating from the Transformed Vegetable Oils technology platform, as well as distribution relationships for cellulose ethers and PVPP in food and beverage applications.
On November 18, 2020, Ashland Global Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ASH) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.275 per share. This dividend will be payable on December 15, 2020, to stockholders recorded by December 1, 2020. With 60,578,546 shares outstanding as of October 31, 2020, the declaration reflects the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders while continuing its operations across various consumer and industrial markets globally.
Ashland Global Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ASH) reported preliminary results for Q4 FY2020, with sales of $609 million, unchanged year-over-year but up 6% sequentially. Net income fell to $5 million or $0.07 per diluted share, down significantly from $411 million in the prior year. However, adjusted income from continuing operations increased to $76 million, or $1.25 per diluted share, reflecting a strong adjusted EBITDA of $154 million. Cash flows from operations reached $160 million, leading to free cash flows of $116 million.
Ashland Global Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ASH) announced plans to release its fourth-quarter earnings on November 10, 2020, at 5 p.m. ET. A live webcast with analysts and investors will occur on November 11, 2020, at 9 a.m. ET, featuring an executive summary and detailed remarks. Key executives participating include CEO Guillermo Novo and CFO Kevin Willis. Supporting materials will be available on the Investor Relations section of Ashland's website. The archived webcast will remain accessible for 12 months.
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The board of directors of Ashland Global Holdings has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.275 per share on its common stock. This dividend is payable on September 15, 2020, to stockholders on record by September 1, 2020. As of July 31, 2020, Ashland had 60,542,901 shares of common stock outstanding, reflecting a commitment to return value to its shareholders. Ashland operates as a global specialty chemicals company, providing solutions across diverse markets.
Ashland Global Holdings Inc. reported Q3 2020 sales of $574 million, a 10% decline year-over-year. Net income was $37 million, or $0.61 per diluted share, down from $66 million the previous year. Income from continuing operations rose to $50 million from $23 million, while adjusted EBITDA increased by 2% to $143 million. The consumer segment performed well with a 1% decline in sales, while the industrial segment saw a 23% drop. Ashland aims for $40 million in cost savings by fiscal year-end.
Ashland Global Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ASH) has announced an agreement to sell its maleic anhydride business and manufacturing facility in Neal, West Virginia, to AOC Materials LLC for $100 million. The deal is expected to close by the end of 2020, pending regulatory approvals. This sale aligns with Ashland's strategy to streamline its portfolio and focus on specialty ingredients and improved margins. AOC expresses excitement over the growth potential of the acquired business, which serves applications in coatings and polymers.
Ashland Global Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ASH) released preliminary financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2020, reporting sales of approximately $574 million, a 10% decrease year-over-year. Income from continuing operations is expected to be around $50 million, equating to $0.81 per diluted share. Adjusted EBITDA is projected at $143 million, reflecting a 2% growth. The company noted strong demand in consumer markets, particularly in pharmaceuticals and sanitizers, while industrial demand weakened. Ashland aims to further enhance its cost structure, anticipating $20-$30 million in cost reductions.
Ashland Global Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ASH) has appointed Yvonne Winkler von Mohrenfels as general counsel and secretary effective January 1, 2021. This decision follows the retirement of Peter J. Ganz, who has significantly contributed to the company's legal and compliance efforts since joining in 2011. Winkler von Mohrenfels, a member of Ashland since 2009, has extensive legal experience in various industries, positioning her well for this transition. The board of directors believes this change will support Ashland's ongoing transformation and future success.
The board of directors of Ashland Global Holdings has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.275 per share on common stock. This dividend will be payable on June 15, 2020, to stockholders of record as of June 1, 2020. As of March 31, 2020, there are 60,456,039 shares outstanding. Ashland is a premier global specialty materials company serving various sectors, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverage.