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Germany's Covestro cuts 2025 guidance again

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Posted on July 11, 2025

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(Reuters) -German chemicals maker Covestro cut its full-year forecast on Friday, citing a continuously weak global economy without signs of a short-term recovery. The company now sees its yearly

Covestro Lowers 2025 Earnings Outlook Amid Ongoing Economic Weakness

(Reuters) -German chemicals maker Covestro cut its full-year outlook for a second time on Friday, citing a continuously weak global economy without signs of a short-term recovery.

The company now sees its 2025 earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) within a range of 700 million to 1.1 billion euros ($818.65 million-1.29 billion), down from a previously expected 1-1.4 billion euros.

Covestro already cut its guidance in May, as higher U.S. tariffs threaten to erode the chemical maker's earnings.

In the second quarter, Covestro's EBITDA reached 270 million million euros, above a consensus forecast for 220 million euros, according to a poll by Vara research.

Covestro's full second-quarter results are due on July 31.

($1 = 0.8551 euros)

(Reporting by Tristan Veyet in Gdansk, Editing by Miranda Murray and Rachel More)

Key Takeaways

  • Covestro lowers 2025 EBITDA guidance for the second time.
  • New forecast ranges between 700 million to 1.1 billion euros.
  • Previous guidance was 1-1.4 billion euros.
  • Economic weakness and U.S. tariffs impact earnings.
  • Second-quarter EBITDA exceeded expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Covestro announce regarding its 2025 earnings?
Covestro cut its full-year outlook for a second time, projecting 2025 EBITDA between 700 million to 1.1 billion euros.
Why did Covestro lower its earnings guidance?
The company cited a continuously weak global economy and the impact of higher U.S. tariffs on its earnings.
How did Covestro perform in the second quarter?
In the second quarter, Covestro's EBITDA reached 270 million euros, exceeding the consensus forecast of 220 million euros.
When will Covestro release its full second-quarter results?
Covestro's complete second-quarter results are scheduled for release on July 31.
What is the current exchange rate mentioned in the article?
The article states that $1 is equivalent to 0.8551 euros.

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