Ecolab Group expects to face a short-term transitional phase while absorbing the pressure from rising commodity costs, while the positive effects brought by the energy surcharge policy will accumulate gradually.

The company pointed out that the current price fluctuations in the global commodity market have a direct impact on the cost structure, but through flexible operational strategies and adjustments in pricing mechanisms, this pressure can be effectively mitigated. During the transition period, enterprises will focus on optimizing supply chain efficiency while reducing energy consumption through technological innovation. It is noteworthy that the energy surcharge, as an important tool to cope with energy cost volatility, will gradually release its economic benefits over time. This progressive accumulation model of returns helps balance the relationship between short-term cost pressures and long-term financial stability.