The top line has already matched the Q1 19 level, but profitability could not fully catch up, despite the optimised business structure, which might be related to the strongly rising raw material prices. Additionally, management managed the organic momentum of the growth well as NWC outflow remained quite stable. Management has become more optimistic after the clear beat in its Q1 guidance.
Figures were slightly above our expectations and beat street estimates.
07 May 2021
Close to pre-crisis levels
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Close to pre-crisis levels
The top line has already matched the Q1 19 level, but profitability could not fully catch up, despite the optimised business structure, which might be related to the strongly rising raw material prices. Additionally, management managed the organic momentum of the growth well as NWC outflow remained quite stable. Management has become more optimistic after the clear beat in its Q1 guidance.
Figures were slightly above our expectations and beat street estimates.