BASF Raises 2026 EBITDA Before Special Items Forecast to EUR 7.4 Billion–7.8 Billion
Bitget2026/10/28 06:24- BASF raised its 2026 EBITDA before special items forecast to €7.4 billion–€7.8 billion, narrowing the range upward.
- Third-quarter EBITDA before special items rose 15% to €1.6 billion, driven by stronger core businesses.
- Full-year free cash flow guidance remains €1.5 billion–€2.3 billion amid geopolitical uncertainty affecting oil and gas prices.
- Capital spending is now expected clearly below €3 billion, versus €3.4 billion forecast in February.
- Year-end net debt is expected at around €15 billion, supported by portfolio proceeds used to repay debt.
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