https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/AVNT Mar 2023 Earnings Presentation.pdf
EPS
(1)
$0.14
$2.67
$3.04
2006 2018 2022PF
TO P- TI E R S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y P E R F O R M A NC E
A N D R E C O G N I T I O N
Industry Sustainability Standards
90th
percentile
84th
ESG Ratings Performance
3
1
4
14
PEOPL E
C U L T U R E I S E V E R Y T H I N G
Community Service
7x Safer
than Industry Average
World-Class Safety
Leadership Development
Over $17 million
raised since 2010
Diversity & Inclusion
15
2 0 2 2 R E S U L T S
Q4 EBITDA BRIDGE
( P R O F O R M A T O TA L C O M PA N Y )
17
$ millions
CAI:
Price / Mix 42
Inflation (20)
SEM:
Price / Mix 14
Inflation (10)
Net Price Benefit 26
Wage and Energy Inflation (13)
Clariant Color Integration Synergies 4
Incentives, Other Employee Costs 21
FX (10)
Q4 2022 $107
Adjusted
EBITDA
Q4 2021 $ 132
Demand (50)
Russia Import Sales (3)
• Demand contraction
especially prevalent in
EMEA and Asia
• Pricing continues to cover
inflation of raw materials,
wages and energy
P ROV E N T R AC K R E C O R D O F S T RO N G A N D
I M P ROV I N G F R E E C A S H F LOW G E N E R AT I O N
18
• Periods of economic
weakness have driven
higher levels of cash
generation due to
working capital
management
• Anticipate continued
strong free cash flow
generation and
conversion despite
global uncertainty
78% 78%
80% 80% 81% 78%
84% 83%
80%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
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200
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300
350
400
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Note: Free cash flow conversion calculated as (Adjusted EBITDA – Capex) / Adjusted EBITDA. 2020 is pro forma for Clariant Color and 2022 is pro forma for Avient Protective Materials
$600 $592
2021 2022
$3.02 $3.04
2021 2022
FULL YEAR 2022 PERFORMANCE
( T O TA L C O M PA N Y P R O F O R M A )
19
Sales Adjusted EBITDA
$3,712 $3,653
2021 2022
- 2%
Adjusted EPS
- 1% + 1%
(in millions) (in millions)
(+ 4% excluding FX) (+ 5% excluding FX) (+ 9% excluding FX)
FULL YEAR 2022 SEGMENT PERFORMANCE
20
CAI
$2,402 $2,355
Sales
($ in millions)
$409 $402
EBITDA
SEM Pro Forma
$1,308 $1,300
Sales
$278 $272
EBITDA
(+ 4% excluding FX)
- 2% - 1%
(+ 5% excluding FX)
- 2%
(+ 4% excluding FX)
- 2%
(+ 2% excluding FX)
PRO FORMA FULL YEAR EPS BRIDGE
21
Pro Forma 2021 Adjusted EPS 3.02$
Foreign Currency (0.23)
Russia Import Sales (0.07)
Outdoor High Performance (0.13)
Color, Additives and Inks 0.18
Specialty Engineered Materials 0.24
Corporate Costs / Other 0.03
Pro Forma 2022 Adjusted EPS 3.04$
FULL YEAR EBITDA BRIDGE
( P R O F O R M A T O TA L C O M PA N Y )
22
$ millions
CAI:
Price / Mix 247
Inflation (176)
SEM:
Price / Mix 121
Inflation (77)
Net Price Benefit 115
Wage and Energy Inflation (47)
Clariant Color Integration Synergies 23
Incentives, Other Employee Costs 43
FX (34)
Full Year 2022 $592
Adjusted
EBITDA
Full Year 2021 $ 600
Demand (99)
Russia Import Sales (9) • Demand primarily impacted
by China lockdowns, 4th
quarter industrywide
destocking and declining
consumer sentiment
• Pricing outpaced inflation of
raw materials, wages and
energy
2 0 2 3 G U I D A N C E
$125
$530
Q1 FY
$0.55
$2.40
Q1 FY
2023 GUIDANCE
24
Sales Adjusted EBITDA
$845
$3,450
Q1 FY
Adjusted EPS
(in millions) (in millions)
CA SH FLOW / BALANCE SHEET
25
• IT investment to further
integrate acquired
businesses and capture
operational efficiencies
• Restructuring actions to
streamline operations and
improve profitability, primarily
in Europe
($ millions) 2023E
Cash Flow from Operating Activities 350$
Less:
Run-Rate CapEx (110)
CapEx for IT System Upgrade (25)
CapEx for Restructuring (15)
Total CapEx (150)
Free Cash Flow 200$
Adjusted EBITDA 530$
Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA 2.9x
K E Y G R O W T H D R I V E R S
A N D T R A N S F O R M E D
P O R T F O L I O
GROW TH DR IVER S: PROV EN SUCC ESS
27 (1) Pro forma for the acquisition of Avient Protective Materials (APM)
COMPOSITES
$51
$84
$212
$668
2016 2018 2020 2022
Long Term Growth Rate
10%
Organic CAGR
10%
HEALTHCARE
$108 $113
$231
$293
2016 2018 2020 2022
Long Term Growth Rate
8-10%
Organic CAGR
11%
ASIA/EMERGING REGIONS
$265
$358
$726
$830
2016 2018 2020 2022
Long Term Growth Rate
5%
Organic CAGR
12%
$340
$455
$790
2016 2018 2020 2022
$1,175
SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
Long Term Growth Rate
8-12%
Organic CAGR
11%
(1) (1)(1)
(Sales in $ millions)
#1 Color Formulator
Dyneema® - World’s Strongest
Fiber™
#1 in Composites applications
for outdoor high performance
#1 in Performance Inks
Customized solutions
140+ PhDs on staff
Rapid development of
innovative products
Extensive patent (2,500+)
portfolio
33% Vitality Index
Better-positioned toward stable,
high-growth end markets
Consumer, packaging,
healthcare and defense comprise
nearly 60% of sales
Agnostic to raw materials,
helping all customers achieve their
goals
Broad portfolio of diversified
sustainable solutions
90%+ of our innovation pipeline
invested in sustainable solutions
Long-term growth rate well
above GDP with expectations of
8-12%
L E V E R AG I N G O U R T R A N S F OR M E D PO RT F O L I O
28
Healthcare
8%
Packaging
24%
Consumer
20%
Building &
Construction
10%
Industrial
15%
Transportation
9%
Energy
4% Telecom.
4%
2022 PF
$3.65B
sales
Defense
6%
Leading Positions Sustainable SolutionsDiversified IndustriesSpecialty Formulator
(1) 2022 Pro forma for the acquisition of Avient Protective Materials
(2) 2020 Pro forma for the acquisition of Clariant Color
(1)(2)
(1)
$340M
$455M
$790M
2016 2018 2020PF 2022PF
$1,175M
P E E R C O M PA R I S O N S
AV I E N T I S A S SE T L I G H T
Capex / Revenue
2023E (%)
Avient Specialty
Formulators
Other Specialty /
Chemical Companies
Source: Peer data per Bloomberg as of February 13, 2023
Note: Avient reflects 2023 estimated revenue of $3,450 and estimated run-rate CAPEX of $110M.
30
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F R E E C A S H F LOW C O N V E R S I O N
Source: Peer data per Bloomberg as of February 13, 2023
Note: Free cash flow conversion calculated as (Adjusted EBITDA – Capex) / Adjusted EBITDA.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-02/AVNT Q4 2022 Earnings Presentation.pdf
EPS
(1)
$0.14
$2.67
$3.04
2006 2018 2022PF
TO P- TI E R S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y P E R F O R M A NC E
A N D R E C O G N I T I O N
Industry Sustainability Standards
90th
percentile
84th
ESG Ratings Performance
3
1
4
10
PEOPL E
C U L T U R E I S E V E R Y T H I N G
Community Service
7x Safer
than Industry Average
World-Class Safety
Leadership Development
Over $17 million
raised since 2010
Diversity & Inclusion
11
2 0 2 2 R E S U L T S
Q4 EBITDA BRIDGE
( P R O F O R M A T O TA L C O M PA N Y )
13
$ millions
CAI:
Price / Mix 42
Inflation (20)
SEM:
Price / Mix 14
Inflation (10)
Net Price Benefit 26
Wage and Energy Inflation (13)
Clariant Color Integration Synergies 4
Incentives, Other Employee Costs 21
FX (10)
Q4 2022 $107
Adjusted
EBITDA
Q4 2021 $ 132
Demand (50)
Russia Import Sales (3)
• Demand contraction
especially prevalent in
EMEA and Asia
• Pricing continues to cover
inflation of raw materials,
wages and energy
P ROV E N T R AC K R E C O R D O F S T RO N G A N D
I M P ROV I N G F R E E C A S H F LOW G E N E R AT I O N
14
• Periods of economic
weakness have driven
higher levels of cash
generation due to
working capital
management
• Anticipate continued
strong free cash flow
generation and
conversion despite
global uncertainty
78% 78%
80% 80% 81% 78%
84% 83%
80%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
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Note: Free cash flow conversion calculated as (Adjusted EBITDA – Capex) / Adjusted EBITDA. 2020 is pro forma for Clariant Color and 2022 is pro forma for Avient Protective Materials
$600 $592
2021 2022
$3.02 $3.04
2021 2022
FULL YEAR 2022 PERFORMANCE
( T O TA L C O M PA N Y P R O F O R M A )
15
Sales Adjusted EBITDA
$3,712 $3,653
2021 2022
- 2%
Adjusted EPS
- 1% + 1%
(in millions) (in millions)
(+ 4% excluding FX) (+ 5% excluding FX) (+ 9% excluding FX)
FULL YEAR 2022 SEGMENT PERFORMANCE
16
CAI
$2,402 $2,355
Sales
($ in millions)
$409 $402
EBITDA
SEM Pro Forma
$1,308 $1,300
Sales
$278 $272
EBITDA
(+ 4% excluding FX)
- 2% - 1%
(+ 5% excluding FX)
- 2%
(+ 4% excluding FX)
- 2%
(+ 2% excluding FX)
PRO FORMA FULL YEAR EPS BRIDGE
17
Pro Forma 2021 Adjusted EPS 3.02$
Foreign Currency (0.23)
Russia Import Sales (0.07)
Outdoor High Performance (0.13)
Color, Additives and Inks 0.18
Specialty Engineered Materials 0.24
Corporate Costs / Other 0.03
Pro Forma 2022 Adjusted EPS 3.04$
FULL YEAR EBITDA BRIDGE
( P R O F O R M A T O TA L C O M PA N Y )
18
$ millions
CAI:
Price / Mix 247
Inflation (176)
SEM:
Price / Mix 121
Inflation (77)
Net Price Benefit 115
Wage and Energy Inflation (47)
Clariant Color Integration Synergies 23
Incentives, Other Employee Costs 43
FX (34)
Full Year 2022 $592
Adjusted
EBITDA
Full Year 2021 $ 600
Demand (99)
Russia Import Sales (9) • Demand primarily impacted
by China lockdowns, 4th
quarter industrywide
destocking and declining
consumer sentiment
• Pricing outpaced inflation of
raw materials, wages and
energy
2 0 2 3 G U I D A N C E
$125
$530
Q1 FY
$0.55
$2.40
Q1 FY
2023 GUIDANCE
20
Sales Adjusted EBITDA
$845
$3,450
Q1 FY
Adjusted EPS
(in millions) (in millions)
CA SH FLOW / BALANCE SHEET
21
• IT investment to further
integrate acquired
businesses and capture
operational efficiencies
• Restructuring actions to
streamline operations and
improve profitability, primarily
in Europe
($ millions) 2023E
Cash Flow from Operating Activities 350$
Less:
Run-Rate CapEx (110)
CapEx for IT System Upgrade (25)
CapEx for Restructuring (15)
Total CapEx (150)
Free Cash Flow 200$
Adjusted EBITDA 530$
Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA 2.9x
K E Y G R O W T H D R I V E R S
A N D T R A N S F O R M E D
P O R T F O L I O
GROW TH DR IVER S: PROV EN SUCC ESS
23 (1) Pro forma for the acquisition of Avient Protective Materials (APM)
COMPOSITES
$51
$84
$212
$668
2016 2018 2020 2022
Long Term Growth Rate
10%
Organic CAGR
10%
HEALTHCARE
$108 $113
$231
$293
2016 2018 2020 2022
Long Term Growth Rate
8-10%
Organic CAGR
11%
ASIA/EMERGING REGIONS
$265
$358
$726
$830
2016 2018 2020 2022
Long Term Growth Rate
5%
Organic CAGR
12%
$340
$455
$790
2016 2018 2020 2022
$1,175
SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
Long Term Growth Rate
8-12%
Organic CAGR
11%
(1) (1)(1)
(Sales in $ millions)
#1 Color Formulator
Dyneema® - World’s Strongest
Fiber™
#1 in Composites applications
for outdoor high performance
#1 in Performance Inks
Customized solutions
140+ PhDs on staff
Rapid development of
innovative products
Extensive patent (2,500+)
portfolio
33% Vitality Index
Better-positioned toward stable,
high-growth end markets
Consumer, packaging,
healthcare and defense comprise
nearly 60% of sales
Agnostic to raw materials,
helping all customers achieve their
goals
Broad portfolio of diversified
sustainable solutions
90%+ of our innovation pipeline
invested in sustainable solutions
Long-term growth rate well
above GDP with expectations of
8-12%
L E V E R AG I N G O U R T R A N S F OR M E D PO RT F O L I O
24
Healthcare
8%
Packaging
24%
Consumer
20%
Building &
Construction
10%
Industrial
15%
Transportation
9%
Energy
4% Telecom.
4%
2022 PF
$3.65B
sales
Defense
6%
Leading Positions Sustainable SolutionsDiversified IndustriesSpecialty Formulator
(1) 2022 Pro forma for the acquisition of Avient Protective Materials
(2) 2020 Pro forma for the acquisition of Clariant Color
(1)(2)
(1)
$340M
$455M
$790M
2016 2018 2020PF 2022PF
$1,175M
P E E R C O M PA R I S O N S
AV I E N T I S A S SE T L I G H T
Capex / Revenue
2023E (%)
Avient Specialty
Formulators
Other Specialty /
Chemical Companies
Source: Peer data per Bloomberg as of February 13, 2023
Note: Avient reflects 2023 estimated revenue of $3,450 and estimated run-rate CAPEX of $110M.
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Source: Peer data per Bloomberg as of February 13, 2023
Note: Free cash flow conversion calculated as (Adjusted EBITDA – Capex) / Adjusted EBITDA.
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=6726
CORE(TM) DB5540B STENCIL MIX
https://www.avient.com/idea/exploring-world-fluoropolymers
For wire jacketing, a color masterbatch must be formulated to ensure it can be rapidly mixed and evenly dispersed in a very short time, while also providing sufficient pigment coverage.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/2023 Hammerhead Application _ Install Guide.pdf
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BOTTOM PANEL
LEG
LENGTH
BREAK
STRENGTH
Hammerhead with
5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3)
Core Density
2 in
51 mm
420 lbs
191 kg
Hammerhead with
7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3)
Core Density
2 in
51 mm
370 lbs
168 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density
2 in
51 mm
332 lbs
151 kg
Marine Plywood
2 in
51 mm
984 lbs
446 kg
Glass/Polyester
with Balsa Core
2 in
51 mm
1298 lbs
589 kg
Hammerhead with
5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA
501 lbs
227 kg
Hammerhead with
7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus MA420
Adhesive
NA
839 lbs
381 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA
1156 lbs
524 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
Crestomer
1152PA Adhesive
NA
1530 lbs
694 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/in3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
Crestomer
M1-30 Adhesive
NA
1471 lbs
667 kg
Mixed Conditions
ADHESIVE
DESCRIPTION
ADHESIVE
GRADE
MANUFACTURER
AVERAGE
BOND
STRENGTH
STANDARD
DEVIATION
FAILURE
MODE
BEST ADHESION
2k Urethane 75421 Lord
2281 psi
15.73 MPa
184 psi
1.27 MPa
Substrate
Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 AccraLock
2211 psi
15.24 MPa
78 psi
0.54 MPa
Substrate
2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW
2171 psi
14.97 MPa
262 psi
1.81 MPa
Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock
2102 psi
14.49 MPa
138 psi
0.95 MPa
Substrate
2k Urethane 75451 Lord
2047 psi
14.11 MPa
68 psi
0.47 MPa
Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:2 AccraLock
1966 psi
13.56 MPa
68 psi
0.47 MPa
Substrate
2k Acrylic Scotchweld 8010 3M
1907 psi
13.15 MPa
61 psi
0.42 MPa
Adhesive
Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue
1885 psi
13.00 MPa
432 psi
2.98 MPa
Cohesive
2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader
1873 psi
12.91 MPa
281 psi
1.94 MPa
Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:2 AccraLock
1779 psi
12.27 MPa
127 psi
0.88 MPa
Cohesive
2k Urethane 75422 Lord
1716 psi
11.83 MPa
190 psi
1.31 MPa
Cohesive
Adhesive
2k Urethane 75452 Lord
1535 psi
10.58 MPa
98 psi
0.68 MPa
Adhesive
2k Methacrylate Polyfuse
Icon
Containment
1610 psi
11.10 MPa
98 psi
0.68 MPa
Adhesive
INTERMEDIATE ADHESION
2k Acrylic
FA10-05 Blk
C010817
AccraLock
724 psi
4.99 MPa
58 psi
0.40 MPa
Cohesive
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock
722 psi
4.98 MPa
44 psi
0.30 MPa
Cohesive
2k Epoxy
Loctite Epoxy
Instant Mix
Loctite
508 psi
3.50 MPa
81 psi
0.56 MPa
Adhesive
2k Epoxy Gorilla Glue Epoxy Gorilla Glue
341 psi
2.35 MPa
198 psi
1.37 MPa
Adhesive
NOT RECOMMENDED
2k Epoxy
Loctite Epoxy
Marine
Loctite 0 0 No bond
ADHESIVE SELECTION
Brands identified are owned by the manufacturers of the adhesive products.
1 surface sanded with 220 grit scuff prep 2 surface primed with 459T
FASTENER TYPE BENEFITS CONSIDERATIONS
Through-Bolting
Best mechanical
locking system
Need back side
access to panel
Screw-In Anchor
Highest pullout
strength
Requires pilot hole
Cup Washer
Spreads
compressive load
Requires relief hole;
For substructure and
hard point attachment
Wide Grip
(Bulb-Style)
Rivet
Ease of use—no
installation torque
limitations
For lower
load attachments
Sheet Metal or
Wood Screw
Readily available,
low cost
Penetrate both skins
for improved pullout
Shoulder Washer
Limits
compressive load
Requires relief hole;
For substructure and
hard point attachment
For more information on installation, adhesives, and fasteners
for specific applications, please contact Avient.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/PolyOne%25202018%2520Proxy%2520Statement.PDF
EY will provide us a description of work scope and supporting back-up documentation regarding the specific
services they will provide.
Tax
gross-ups are provided for imputed income for spouse/guest travel.
The Named Executive Officers are permitted to elect to defer up
to 50% of their salary and annual bonus into the plan.
https://www.avient.com/industries/packaging/food-packaging/refrigerated-food
ColorMatrix™ Liquid Color Concentrates achieved the optimal flowability of liquid white and liquid orange, ensuring consistent color through suitable mixing with other colorants
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=4386
11888W1MX WILFLEX ONE MIXING WHITE
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/avient-ir-presentation-goldman-sachs-and-morgan-stanley.pdf
Whether it’s an ambitious start-up bringing a new product to market, or a large, multi-
national OEM looking for consistency and reliability of global supply, Avient is built for
long-term partnerships.
Purchase price multiple rapidly
declining on strength of business and
synergy capture
(1) (1)
(1) (1) (1)
(1)
(1) Financial information is pro forma to include a full year of Clariant Masterbatch business acquisition
($ in millions)
13
SEM
CAI
Avient
• Composites and Outdoor High
Performance applications drove
positive mix within SEM
• Clariant Masterbatch synergy
realization under way and
expected to drive further margin
expansion in 2021
• Portfolio transformation to high
growth end markets with focus on
sustainable solutions megatrend
10.1%
11.8%
2019PF 2020
(1)
(1)
EBITDA MARGIN EXPANSION
Distribution
6.3% 6.0%
15.2%
17.6%
11.1%
12.1%
2019PF 2020PF
14.5%
19.8%
13.5%
16.1%
6.4% 6.3%
15.2%
16.2%
(1) (1)
Full YearQ4
(2)
(1) Financial information is pro forma to include a full year of Clariant Masterbatch business acquisition
(2) Total company reflects adjusted EBITDA margins
SPOTLIGHT: COMPOSITES
14
• SEM delivers a record year in 2020 – 13%
operating income growth and over 200 bps
in margin expansion year-over-year
• Prior investments in composites platform
and outdoor high performance applications
paying off, resulting in substantial growth
over the last two years
SEM
Operating
Income
(OI % of Sales)
($ in millions)
$(0.1) $(1.0)
$2.2
$19.1
$26.8
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Composites
Performance
(Operating Income)
$83.7
$94.4
2019 2020
(11.2%)
(13.3%)
0.1 0.1
0.2
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
0.9 1.0
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
$19
$160
$338
2011 2019 2020
0.16
0.20
0.26
0.34
0.42
0.50
0.58
0.72
0.79 0.81
0.85
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FREE CASH FLOW AND CAPITAL ALLOCATION
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Free Cash Flow Dividends Share Repurchases Deleveraging
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2.7x
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~$1Bn
REPURCHASED
OVER LAST 10 YEARS
~$350MM
PAID OVER LAST 10 YEARS
~$338MM 2.7x
NET LEVERAGE
(1) Financial information is pro forma to include a full year of Clariant Masterbatch business acquisition
GREAT PLACE TO WORK!
Whether
an additional line at an existing
manufacturing plant, or a new
facility in a growing region, we
ramp-up quickly and cost-efficiently.
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Whether it’s an ambitious start-up bringing a new product to market, or a large, multi-
national OEM looking for consistency and reliability of global supply, Avient is built for
long-term partnerships.
That’s Avient.
21,000+
CUSTOMERS
>75%
ARE CUSTOMIZED SOLUTIONS
TO UNIQUE SPECIFICATIONS
of
sales
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AV I E N T ’ S VA LUE C R E AT I O N L E V E R S
19
Exposure to high growth end markets
Investment in commercial resources and innovation
Strong free cash flow generation / capital deployment
Clariant Masterbatch synergies
COVID recovery
Re-Rating: Current share price valuation
Avient is poised for near-term and long-term
shareholder value creation.
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• 8% increase in sales drives 24% increase in adjusted EPS to $2.40
($2.70 excluding step-up depreciation and amortization) as a result of
continued growth in sustainable solutions and synergy capture
• Clariant synergy capture ahead of schedule: $35M of savings planned from
Clariant Masterbatch acquisition
• Adjusted EBITDA of $510M – highest level in company history
• Deleveraging ahead of schedule – 2.1x net debt to adjusted EBITDA by the
end of 2021
2021 PROJECTIONS
PEER COMPARISONS
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As a specialty formulator, we don’t
require significant capital
investment, as compared to the
base resin raw material suppliers
we purchase from.
Whether
an additional line at an existing
manufacturing plant, or a new
facility in a growing region, we
ramp-up quickly and cost-efficiently.
22
Capex / Revenue
2021E (%)
AV I E N T I S A SS E T L I G H T
Avient Specialty
Formulators
Other
Chemical/Specialty
Companies
2 3 2 2 2
3 3
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