Arkema Reports Solid Q2 2026 Financial Performance

Arkema reported 3.2% organic sales growth in Q2 2026, supported by strong pricing actions and growth in Asia, despite continued weak global demand. Demand remained robust in batteries, electronics, and 3D printing, while higher raw material costs following the Middle East conflict were largely offset through timely price increases.

EBITDA increased 7.4% year-on-year to €391 million, with the EBITDA margin improving to 16.1% from 15.2% in Q2 2025. The improvement was mainly driven by strong performances in Adhesive Solutions, supported by industrial applications, and the recovery of Coating Solutions. Primary Materials also benefited from improved acrylic spreads, while Advanced Materials saw mixed performance as High Performance Polymers gained momentum despite weaker Performance Additives.

Arkema maintained strict cost discipline and continued streamlining its operations to offset fixed-cost inflation. The Group generated €78 million in recurring cash flow, kept net debt broadly stable at €3.6 billion after dividend payments, and reaffirmed its FY2026 guidance, expecting EBITDA to be slightly higher than 2025 at constant exchange rates.

Source: ARKEMA