IN early August, SABIC, a leading global chemicals manufacturer, announced a significant rebound in its financial performance for Q2 2024, reporting a net profit of SR2.18 billion ($580 million).
This figure marks an 85 per cent increase from the SR250 million ($70 million) recorded in Q1 of the year, underscoring the company's resilience in a challenging market environment.
Abdulrahman Al-Fageeh, the CEO, attributed this impressive growth to improved product margins, increased sales volumes, and effective management of supply chain disruptions that have affected many sectors globally.
“Our results reflect our resilience, innovation, and ability to adapt to challenging circumstances,” he stated. “We are committed to meeting the demands of our customers worldwide.”
In line with its solid performance, SABIC declared a cash dividend of $1.36 billion for H1 2024, signalling its robust financial health and dedication to returning value to shareholders.
Notably, SABIC has realised cumulative benefits exceeding $2 billion through synergies with Saudi Aramco, highlighting the strength of this strategic partnership. These synergies have been instrumental in streamlining operations and enhancing overall competitiveness.
In addition to its financial achievements, SABIC has made significant strides in its environmental, health, safety, and security (EHSS) initiatives.
Al-Fageeh reported a substantial improvement in safety performance, with a Safety and Health Event Rate (SHER) of 0.18 for Q2 2024, a remarkable 62 per cent decrease from 0.47 in the same quarter of the previous year.
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