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Swiss chemicals group Clariant sees flat sales in 2026

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

Posted on February 26, 2026

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Last updated: February 26, 2026

Swiss chemicals group Clariant sees flat sales in 2026 - Finance news and analysis from Global Banking & Finance Review

Quick Summary

Clariant forecasts flat 2026 sales in local currencies and aims for ~18% core EBITDA margin, pointing to a tough market. Guidance was issued on Feb 26, 2026.

Clariant, Swiss Specialty Chemicals Maker, Expects Flat 2026 Sales

Clariant 2026 Financial Outlook

Feb 26 (Reuters) - Swiss speciality chemicals maker Clariant said on Thursday it expected broadly flat sales in local currencies in 2026, citing a persistently challenging market environment.

Sales Guidance: Flat in Local Currencies

The group also forecast a core profit margin, the proportion of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation to sales, of about 18% before exceptional items for this year.

Market Environment Remains Challenging

Profitability: Around 18% EBITDA Margin

(Reporting by Marta Frąckowiak and Maria Rugamer in Gdansk; Editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)

Key Takeaways

•Clariant expects broadly flat 2026 sales in local currencies.
•The company targets about an 18% EBITDA margin before exceptional items.
•Management cites a persistently challenging market environment.
•Guidance was issued on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
•Focus on local-currency metrics indicates potential FX headwinds on reported sales.

Frequently Asked Questions about Swiss chemicals group Clariant sees flat sales in 2026

1What is the main topic?

Clariant’s 2026 outlook: the Swiss specialty chemicals maker expects flat sales in local currencies and targets an EBITDA margin of about 18%, announced on February 26, 2026.

2What margin is Clariant targeting for 2026?

Clariant is guiding to an EBITDA margin of roughly 18% before exceptional items for 2026.

3Why are sales expected to be flat?

Management highlights a persistently challenging market environment, which is expected to weigh on demand and keep 2026 sales broadly flat in local currencies.

Clariant 2026 Financial Outlook

Feb 26 (Reuters) - Swiss speciality chemicals maker Clariant said on Thursday it expected broadly flat sales in local currencies in 2026, citing a persistently challenging market environment.

Sales Guidance: Flat in Local Currencies

The group also forecast a core profit margin, the proportion of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation to sales, of about 18% before exceptional items for this year.

Market Environment Remains Challenging

Profitability: Around 18% EBITDA Margin

(Reporting by Marta Frąckowiak and Maria Rugamer in Gdansk; Editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)

Key Takeaways

•Clariant expects broadly flat 2026 sales in local currencies.

•The company targets about an 18% EBITDA margin before exceptional items.

•Management cites a persistently challenging market environment.

•Guidance was issued on Thursday, February 26, 2026.

•Focus on local-currency metrics indicates potential FX headwinds on reported sales.

Frequently Asked Questions

1What is the main topic?

Clariant’s 2026 outlook: the Swiss specialty chemicals maker expects flat sales in local currencies and targets an EBITDA margin of about 18%, announced on February 26, 2026.

2What margin is Clariant targeting for 2026?

Clariant is guiding to an EBITDA margin of roughly 18% before exceptional items for 2026.

3Why are sales expected to be flat?

Management highlights a persistently challenging market environment, which is expected to weigh on demand and keep 2026 sales broadly flat in local currencies.