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Calculation
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
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The financial data reveals a generally positive trend in both net income and net sales over the analyzed period, with some notable fluctuations. Net income attributable to the company increased from approximately 319 million US dollars in 2005 to a peak of around 1.56 billion US dollars in 2019. However, a significant decline occurred in 2020 resulting in a net loss of about 1.21 billion US dollars, followed by a recovery to around 1.13 billion US dollars in 2021. This suggests that 2020 was an exceptional year with adverse impacts on profitability, after which the company regained profitability.
Net sales showed a consistent upward trajectory from roughly 4.53 billion US dollars in 2005 to a maximum exceeding 14.9 billion US dollars in 2019. A downturn is observed in 2020, with sales dropping to about 11.79 billion US dollars, and a partial recovery to 12.73 billion US dollars in 2021. The sales trend aligns with the net income developments, indicating that external or internal disruptions in 2020 affected the company’s revenue generation capabilities.
Net profit margin percentages generally improved over the years, commencing at 7.05% in 2005 and reaching a high of 10.9% in 2017. Despite some fluctuations, margins stayed mostly above 7%, showing efficient cost management or improved pricing power for much of the period. However, 2020 saw a sharp decline to a negative margin of -10.22%, consistent with the net loss reported. In 2021, the margin rebounded to 8.87%, suggesting restoration of operational profitability following the setbacks experienced in the previous year.
- Net Income Trend
- Steady growth with a peak in 2019, followed by a significant loss in 2020 and recovery in 2021.
- Net Sales Trend
- Progressive increase over the years, peaking in 2019, then declining sharply in 2020 with some recovery in 2021.
- Net Profit Margin Trend
- Generally improving margins until 2019, severe margin contraction into negative territory in 2020, and partial rebound in 2021.
- Insights
- The year 2020 represents an outlier with considerable negative impact on financial performance, likely due to extraordinary circumstances. The recovery in 2021 indicates resilience and an ability to regain profitability and sales momentum. The overall long-term trends suggest growth in scale and improved profitability prior to 2020 disruptions.
Comparison to Competitors
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Chemicals)
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Materials)
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).