This resulted in a year over year decline in sales and earnings," said acquisition of Fiber-Line, composites-led growth added 17% to SEM operating income over the prior year first quarter. compared to the first quarter of last year.

and build upon the foundation of specialization and operational excellence that was established during the Company's transformative years. and his leadership as CEO over the last 10 years.  said, "I look back on my 15 years with the company with a great sense of pride and gratitude. 

PRNewswire/ -- In anticipation of closing the acquisition of Clariant Masterbatch later this year, With 30 years of experience in the specialty polymer sector, for four years and had responsibility for the EMEA region. 

in the prior year quarter in the prior year quarter.  a 14% increase from the prior year quarter, and maintained its full year adjusted EPS guidance of

GAAP EPS of $0.54 compared to $0.64 in the prior year quarter, primarily related to earn-out adjustments associated with previous acquisitions Increases full-year adjusted EPS growth expectations to 4-6% I am also pleased with the expansion of our sustainable solutions portfolio which is up 7% year-to-date versus last year," added Mr.

a 27% increase over the prior year.  The company now expects net debt to adjusted EBITDA will be below 3.0x by year-end. Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year

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