Prescription-only medicine (POM) is a drug that can only be dispensed with a licensed healthcare professional’s prescription, similar to items in a store that require a manager’s approval before sale. For investors, POM status matters because it limits how widely and quickly a product can reach patients, affects marketing and distribution costs, and often signals stricter regulatory oversight that can influence revenue and risk profiles.
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UHMW-PE (ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene) is a very tough, low-friction plastic made of extremely long molecular chains, giving it exceptional wear resistance and impact strength—think of it as a dense, durable plastic rope molded into parts. Investors care because it’s widely used in medical implants, industrial machinery, and protective gear, so demand, production costs, or supply constraints can affect manufacturers’ revenues and margins and signal durability or regulatory risk for product makers.
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Last closing price is the final traded price of a stock at the end of the most recent official market session. Investors use it as a baseline snapshot—like the last receipt in a series—to measure gains or losses, compare current quotes, calculate percentage movements, and evaluate whether a stock is trading above or below its most recent settled value.
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Price per share (often abbreviated “pps”) is the amount of money assigned to a single share of a company when reporting dividends, offer prices, or transaction values. Investors care because it tells you how much one unit of ownership costs or will pay — like the price tag on one apple in a store, useful for comparing deals, calculating returns, and judging affordability of an investment.
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Total payment volume (TPV) is the total dollar value of all transactions routed through a platform, payment processor, or marketplace over a specific period. It matters to investors because it shows how much economic activity the business supports—similar to counting cars on a toll road to estimate toll income—and helps indicate growth, revenue potential, user engagement, and shifts in demand that can affect future profits.
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Profit before tax (PBT) is a company’s earnings after all operating costs and interest are paid but before income taxes are subtracted. Think of it as the size of the paycheck before the tax withholdings are taken out; it shows how much the business generated from its operations and financing decisions alone. Investors use PBT to compare underlying profitability across companies and periods without tax differences masking performance.
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A PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) is a long-term contract in which a buyer agrees to purchase electricity from a specific generator at agreed prices and terms. Think of it like a multi-year subscription for power that locks in supply and cost, giving the seller steady revenue and the buyer predictable energy costs. Investors care because PPAs reduce revenue uncertainty, help projects get financed, and shift exposure to energy price or supply risks, affecting a company’s cash flow and valuation.
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Celanese Corporation (NYSE: CE), a global specialty materials and chemical company, today announced a price increase for a range of engineered materials products in response to various factors, including recent market developments and global supply chain disruptions.
Despite these dynamic conditions, Celanese remains well positioned to support its customers via its regional supply chain and manufacturing sites, as well as its technology and innovation centers.
The price increases will be effective April 1, 2026, or as contracts otherwise allow. Additionally, individual grades may be subject to higher increases than specified below.
Zytel®, Frianyl®, Celanyl®, Minlon®, CoolPoly® and Ecomid® PA6 products
0.55
0.141
0.301
Zytel®, Frianyl®, Celanyl®, Minlon®, CoolPoly® and Ecomid® PA66 products
0.50
0.141
0.301
PBT/PET
Crastin® and Celanex® products
0.50
0.23
0.50
Rynite®
0.20
0.09
0.20
TPV
Santoprene®
0.30
0.10
0.25
TPC
Hytrel & Bexloy
0.25
0.10
0.20
PP
Celstran®
Tecnoprene®, Talcoprene®, Polifor® and Omnipro®
0.50
0.23
0.40
PA/TPU/PBT etc.
Celstran® Specialties
0.70
0.32
0.60
ABS
Omnitech® HCT
-
0.20
0.40
Hi Temp Nylon (PPA)
Zytel® HTN, Selar®PA
0.30
0.14
0.30
Spec Nylons (LCPA)
Zytel® Specialty Nylons, Elvamide® , Pipelon®
0.30
0.14
0.30
1 applies in addition to the February 1, 2026 price increase announcement for Polyamide
About Celanese
Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation is a Fortune 500 company that employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2025 net sales of $9.5 billion.
