The document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE's performance in Q3 2011. Key points include sales increasing 34.6% to €1.885 billion while EBITDA declined 39.7% to €37 million due to contracting gross margins. The Americas segment saw sales and EBITDA growth of over 30% and 145.8% respectively, while Europe declined in volumes and EBITDA. Klöckner launched a profitability action plan to contribute 1% to EBITDA margins. The balance sheet remains strong with a gearing ratio of 35% and equity ratio of 37%.