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Avient Corporation's Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Results

Avient Corporation, an innovator in materials solutions, recently unveiled its financial performance for the fourth quarter and full-year of 2025. The company reported a fourth-quarter sales increase of 2%, amounting to $761 million, while the overall sales for the year reached $3.26 billion, reflecting a 1% growth. Notably, favorable foreign exchange contributed positively, enhancing sales by 3% in the fourth quarter and 1% for the full year.

Key Financial Metrics

The earnings per share (EPS) for the fourth quarter and the entire year were reported at $0.18 and $0.89, respectively, compared to last year’s $0.52 and $1.84. Adjusted EPS for Q4 stood at $0.56, marking a 14% increase year-over-year, primarily driven by organic growth in the Specialty Engineered Materials division and broader productivity initiatives. For the full year, adjusted EPS increased to $2.82, 6% higher than the prior year, supported by an adjusted EBITDA margin expansion of 50 basis points.

In terms of cash flow, Avient generated an impressive operating cash flow of $302 million in 2025, allowing it to repay $150 million in debt. The success in cash flow management contributed significantly to the company's strong balance sheet and operational efficiency.

Looking Ahead: 2026 Financial Guidance

As they embark on 2026, Avient's leadership expressed optimism regarding the projected earnings growth. The forecast for full-year adjusted EPS is expected to range between $2.93 to $3.17, indicating a potential growth of 4% to 12% compared to 2025. The company is set to maintain a cautious yet hopeful outlook on demand conditions while leveraging the initiatives taken in 2025 to promote earnings growth. During the first quarter of 2026, Avient anticipates an adjusted EPS of $0.81, a 7% increase over last year's Q1.

Strategic Focus and continued Investment

Dr. Ashish Khandpur, Chairman and CEO of Avient, commended the team’s solid execution, which he attributed to the company's ability to navigate a volatile economic landscape while delivering value to customers and maintaining focus on cost efficiency. The leadership team remains dedicated to innovation and is strategically investing in prioritized growth areas to sustain momentum in profitability and market presence.

Jamie Beggs, Senior VP and CFO, emphasized that while the demand environment remains mixed at the onset of 2026, the company’s past initiatives and commitment to productivity and cash preservation will be instrumental for navigating potential economic challenges. Avient's strategy includes continuing to strengthen their innovation pipeline, focused investments in high-margin portfolios, and a commitment to improving balance sheet leverage.

Conclusion

Avient Corporation is well-positioned as it steers into 2026, with positive projections grounded in the achievements of 2025. By balancing innovation with operational efficiency, the company aims to not only meet but exceed market expectations, ensuring long-term growth and success. The complete results and future strategies will be elaborated in a forthcoming webcast scheduled on February 12, 2026, where further insights on performance and market outlook will be shared.

For further information, the webcast can be viewed live at avient.com/investors.