This document contains forward-looking statements regarding SQM's business outlook, future economic performance, and financial projections. These statements are estimates based on currently available information and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Risks that could affect the accuracy of the forward-looking statements are identified in public filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements should be considered in light of the risk factors identified in those filings.
The document discusses SQM, a global company based in Chile that produces specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium chloride, and industrial chemicals. It notes that any statements about future economic performance or other forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. It also states that risks that could affect the accuracy of forward-looking statements are identified in public filings with the SEC. The agenda then outlines SQM's business lines and investment highlights, including its unique natural resources, global sales, market leading positions, and competitive advantages.
The document outlines SQM, a global mining company based in Chile, and discusses its business lines including being a leading producer of potassium nitrate, iodine, lithium, and industrial chemicals. It highlights SQM's unique natural resources in Chile, sales to over 115 countries, solid financial position, and capital expenditure plans to increase production capacities of various products.
This document provides an overview of SQM, a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium, and industrial chemicals. It discusses SQM's leading market positions, diverse product offerings sold globally, abundant natural resources in Chile, and recent financial performance. Risk factors and opportunities are also reviewed, including investments in expanding production capacity and metallic mineral exploration.
The document provides an overview of SQM, a global specialty plant nutrients and lithium company. It discusses SQM's business segments, financial profile, investment highlights, and capital expenditure program. Key points include that SQM has world-leading market shares in iodine, lithium, and potassium nitrate, with sales in over 115 countries. It also has a solid financial position and experienced management team. Recent capital expenditures have focused on expanding production capacities for various products.
The document contains forward-looking statements about the company's business outlook, future economic performance, and financial projections. These statements are estimates based on currently available information and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Risks that could affect the accuracy of the forward-looking statements are identified in public filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements should be considered in light of these risk factors.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium, iodine, and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. SQM has leading market positions and is the lowest cost producer for several of its products. It has a solid financial position with stable revenues, earnings, and credit metrics. SQM continues to focus on cost savings programs and growing its specialty businesses.
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Market research report on Feed Nucleotides gives an insight into global Feed Nucleotides value and volume market. The report also provides market analytics by application, and by source. The market is divided by Application into Immune Stimulators, Dietary Supplements and Other; by Source into Yeast/Yeast Extracts, Single Celled Organisms and Other; and by Animal Categories into Swine, Poultry, Aquaculture and Other. The market is also divided by Type into IMP (Inosine Monophosphate), GMP (Guanosine Monophosphate) and Other (AMP+CMP+UMP). The study also provides global market analysis for Feed Additives and Nucleotides, both in value and volume terms. Compilation of Worldwide Patents and Research related to Feed Nucleotides is also provided. Projections and estimates are also illustrated by geographic regions encompassing the North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World with 148 exclusive graphically represented exhibits.
The document discusses SQM, a global company based in Chile that produces specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium chloride, and industrial chemicals. It notes that any statements about future economic performance or other forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. It also states that risks that could affect the accuracy of forward-looking statements are identified in public filings with the SEC. The agenda then outlines SQM's business lines and investment highlights, including its unique natural resources, global sales, market leading positions, and competitive advantages.
The document outlines SQM, a global mining company based in Chile, and discusses its business lines including being a leading producer of potassium nitrate, iodine, lithium, and industrial chemicals. It highlights SQM's unique natural resources in Chile, sales to over 115 countries, solid financial position, and capital expenditure plans to increase production capacities of various products.
This document provides an overview of SQM, a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium, and industrial chemicals. It discusses SQM's leading market positions, diverse product offerings sold globally, abundant natural resources in Chile, and recent financial performance. Risk factors and opportunities are also reviewed, including investments in expanding production capacity and metallic mineral exploration.
The document provides an overview of SQM, a global specialty plant nutrients and lithium company. It discusses SQM's business segments, financial profile, investment highlights, and capital expenditure program. Key points include that SQM has world-leading market shares in iodine, lithium, and potassium nitrate, with sales in over 115 countries. It also has a solid financial position and experienced management team. Recent capital expenditures have focused on expanding production capacities for various products.
The document contains forward-looking statements about the company's business outlook, future economic performance, and financial projections. These statements are estimates based on currently available information and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Risks that could affect the accuracy of the forward-looking statements are identified in public filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements should be considered in light of these risk factors.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium, iodine, and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. SQM has leading market positions and is the lowest cost producer for several of its products. It has a solid financial position with stable revenues, earnings, and credit metrics. SQM continues to focus on cost savings programs and growing its specialty businesses.
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Market research report on Feed Nucleotides gives an insight into global Feed Nucleotides value and volume market. The report also provides market analytics by application, and by source. The market is divided by Application into Immune Stimulators, Dietary Supplements and Other; by Source into Yeast/Yeast Extracts, Single Celled Organisms and Other; and by Animal Categories into Swine, Poultry, Aquaculture and Other. The market is also divided by Type into IMP (Inosine Monophosphate), GMP (Guanosine Monophosphate) and Other (AMP+CMP+UMP). The study also provides global market analysis for Feed Additives and Nucleotides, both in value and volume terms. Compilation of Worldwide Patents and Research related to Feed Nucleotides is also provided. Projections and estimates are also illustrated by geographic regions encompassing the North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World with 148 exclusive graphically represented exhibits.
SQM presented its fourth quarter 2016 earnings, reporting revenues of $1.939 billion and EBITDA of $761 million, with strong contributions from lithium sales volumes and prices. The presentation outlined SQM's financial results and position, business segment highlights and outlook, capital expenditure plans, and considerations regarding arbitration with CORFO and market conditions. SQM aims to increase EBITDA to over $1 billion by 2020 through growth initiatives across its business segments.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. It has a solid financial position with revenues of $1.8 billion, EBITDA of $758 million and low debt levels. SQM holds leading market positions in speciality fertilizers like potassium nitrate and niche industrial chemicals like solar salts. It also has opportunities in lithium and metallic exploration.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. SQM has leading market positions in several businesses including potassium nitrate, iodine, lithium and industrial chemicals. It has a solid financial position and expects higher sales volumes and prices in 2016 for key products like lithium and solar salts.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. It has a solid financial position with revenues of $1.8 billion, EBITDA of $758 million and a debt to equity ratio of 1.01. SQM has leading market positions in speciality fertilizers like potassium nitrate and industrial chemicals like solar salts. It is also the lowest cost producer of lithium and a major player in iodine.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, industrial chemicals, and lithium. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. The presentation highlights SQM's leading market positions, solid financial performance, and opportunities for future growth through increased sales volumes and cost reductions. Key investment highlights include low-cost operations, sales diversification globally, and a strong financial position.
Delta held its annual Investor Day in 2016 to review performance and strategy. The presentation discussed Delta's focus on achieving positive unit revenue growth through disciplined capacity management and revenue initiatives. Delta also aims to sustain its revenue premium over competitors by investing in products customers value and better segmenting customers. Delta leverages strong partnerships to expand its global network and access new markets.
SQM is a global company that produces specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium nitrate, and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources located in Chile. SQM has invested $2 billion over the past 5 years to expand production capacity. It is the leading global producer of potassium nitrate and iodine, and the lowest cost producer of lithium. SQM has a solid financial position with low debt levels and high liquidity. It expects capital expenditures to decrease in 2014 after significant investments to boost production capacity.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium, iodine, and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile that allow it to be the lowest cost producer. It has a solid financial position and sells its diverse product portfolio globally in over 115 countries. While forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, SQM is well positioned due to its leading market positions, low production costs from its natural resources, and experienced management team.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium chloride and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile which allow it to be the dominant or largest global producer in many of its business lines. It has a diversified customer base of thousands of customers in over 110 countries. SQM has maintained strong financial performance in recent years with consistent revenue growth, profitability, and low debt levels.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, and industrial chemicals. In 2015, SQM reported revenues of $1.7 billion and EBITDA of $724 million, with a 42% EBITDA margin. SQM has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile, including the world's largest deposits of nitrates and iodine. It is also the lowest cost producer of lithium globally. SQM has a solid financial position and expects higher sales volumes and capital expenditures in 2016.
SQM reported its 1Q2018 results. Revenue increased 11% to $519 million due to higher lithium and iodine prices outweighing lower sales volumes. Gross profit declined 22% to $517 million due to lower potassium sales and higher costs. The company is expanding lithium carbonate capacity to 180,000 MT by 2021 and lithium hydroxide capacity to 13,500 MT by 2018 through investments of $525 million from 2017-2021. SQM pays dividends according to a policy based on financial metrics and paid $114 million in interim dividends for 1Q2018.
SQM reported its 1Q2018 results. Revenue increased 11% to $519 million compared to 1Q2017, driven by higher prices for lithium and iodine which offset lower sales volumes. Gross profit decreased 4% to $178 million due to lower volumes. SQM expects continued growth in lithium demand and has expansion plans to increase lithium carbonate capacity to 180,000 MT by 2021. SQM pays dividends according to a policy based on financial metrics and paid $110 million, $100 million, and $114 million in dividends in 2018 related to 2017 and 2018 earnings.
SQM reported its third quarter 2017 results. The company saw higher revenues and gross profits compared to the third quarter of 2016, driven by increased volumes in iodine and industrial chemicals offsetting lower prices. Prices increased in lithium and potassium business lines. SQM expects continued demand growth for its lithium and specialty plant nutrients products. The company has several expansion projects planned between 2016-2022 to increase production capacities of various products, with over $1 billion in planned capital expenditures.
This document provides an overview of SQM, a leading producer of specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium, and industrial chemicals. It discusses SQM's business segments and highlights, including its position as the world's lowest cost producer of lithium. It also outlines SQM's strategic goals, which include growing its lithium, solar salts, and specialty plant nutrients businesses. Additionally, the document summarizes SQM's capital expenditure plans and ongoing arbitration with CORFO regarding its lease agreement.
SQM reported its 2Q2017 results. The company is a leading producer of lithium, iodine, potassium nitrate, and other specialty plant nutrients. In 1H2017, higher volumes of iodine and specialty plant nutrients outweighed lower prices, while lithium and potassium saw price increases. SQM has several expansion projects underway for lithium, iodine, and potassium production through 2018. It also has lithium projects in Argentina through a joint venture. SQM has a proven track record of generating cash and returning value to shareholders through dividends.
The document provides an earnings presentation for SQM's first quarter of 2017. It summarizes the company's financial performance, market outlook, capital expenditure plans, and business opportunities. Key points include revenue of $2.1 billion for the last twelve months and EBITDA of $821 million. SQM expects demand growth in most of its business lines, including lithium and potassium, and has expansion plans to increase production capacity for lithium, potassium nitrate, and other products. The presentation also reviews SQM's competitive position and ownership structure.
SQM reported its 2017 results. Key highlights included:
- Revenue of $2.2 billion and EBITDA of $894 million.
- Lithium sales volumes of 49.7k MT and revenues of $645 million, contributing 60% of gross profit.
- Iodine sales volumes of 12.7k MT and revenues of $252 million, contributing 7% of gross profit.
- Potassium nitrate sales volumes of 966.2k MT and revenues of $697 million, contributing 19% of gross profit.
- Planned expansions of lithium carbonate and hydroxide capacities in Chile by 2019.
- Capital expenditures framework of $517 million for 2018
SQM reported its first quarter 2017 earnings. Revenue for the last twelve months was $2.1 billion with EBITDA of $821 million, representing an EBITDA margin of around 39%. SQM is a world leader in specialty products including potassium nitrate, iodine, lithium, and solar salts. It has healthy credit metrics with net debt to EBITDA of 0.40 and investment grade credit ratings. SQM is pursuing growth projects including expansions of its lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, and potassium nitrate capacities through 2017-2018 with expected capital expenditures of around $180 million.
SQM reported its first quarter 2017 earnings. Revenue for the last twelve months was $2.1 billion with EBITDA of $821 million, representing an EBITDA margin of around 39%. SQM is a world leader in specialty products including potassium nitrate, iodine, lithium, and solar salts. It has healthy credit metrics with net debt to EBITDA of 0.40 and investment grade credit ratings. SQM is pursuing growth projects including expansions of its lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, and potassium nitrate capacities through 2017-2018 with expected capital expenditures of around $180 million.
SQM reported its 2017 results. Key highlights included:
- Revenue of $2.2 billion and EBITDA of $894 million.
- Lithium sales volumes of 49.7k MT and revenues of $645 million, contributing 60% of gross profit.
- Iodine sales volumes of 12.7k MT and revenues of $252 million, contributing 7% of gross profit.
- Potassium nitrate sales volumes of 966.2k MT and revenues of $697 million, contributing 19% of gross profit.
- Planned expansions of lithium carbonate and hydroxide capacities in Chile by 2019.
- Capital expenditures framework of $517 million for 2018
SQM reported its 2017 results. Key highlights included:
- Revenue of $2.2 billion and EBITDA of $894 million.
- Lithium sales volumes of 49.7k MT and revenues of $645 million, contributing 60% of gross profit.
- Iodine sales volumes of 12.7k MT and revenues of $252 million, contributing 7% of gross profit.
- Potassium nitrate sales volumes of 966.2k MT and revenues of $697 million, contributing 19% of gross profit.
- Planned expansions of lithium carbonate and hydroxide capacities in Chile by 2019.
The presentation summarizes SQM's financial results for the fourth quarter of 2016, including increased revenues driven by higher lithium sales volumes and prices, though lower prices in other businesses limited margins; it also outlines the company's growth strategy and capital expenditure plans to increase production of potassium nitrate, lithium, and solar salts through 2020.
SQM presented its fourth quarter 2016 earnings, reporting revenues of $1.939 billion and EBITDA of $761 million, with strong contributions from lithium sales volumes and prices. The presentation outlined SQM's financial results and position, business segment highlights and outlook, capital expenditure plans, and considerations regarding arbitration with CORFO and market conditions. SQM aims to increase EBITDA to over $1 billion by 2020 through growth initiatives across its business segments.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. It has a solid financial position with revenues of $1.8 billion, EBITDA of $758 million and low debt levels. SQM holds leading market positions in speciality fertilizers like potassium nitrate and niche industrial chemicals like solar salts. It also has opportunities in lithium and metallic exploration.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. SQM has leading market positions in several businesses including potassium nitrate, iodine, lithium and industrial chemicals. It has a solid financial position and expects higher sales volumes and prices in 2016 for key products like lithium and solar salts.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. It has a solid financial position with revenues of $1.8 billion, EBITDA of $758 million and a debt to equity ratio of 1.01. SQM has leading market positions in speciality fertilizers like potassium nitrate and industrial chemicals like solar salts. It is also the lowest cost producer of lithium and a major player in iodine.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, industrial chemicals, and lithium. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile. The presentation highlights SQM's leading market positions, solid financial performance, and opportunities for future growth through increased sales volumes and cost reductions. Key investment highlights include low-cost operations, sales diversification globally, and a strong financial position.
Delta held its annual Investor Day in 2016 to review performance and strategy. The presentation discussed Delta's focus on achieving positive unit revenue growth through disciplined capacity management and revenue initiatives. Delta also aims to sustain its revenue premium over competitors by investing in products customers value and better segmenting customers. Delta leverages strong partnerships to expand its global network and access new markets.
SQM is a global company that produces specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium nitrate, and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources located in Chile. SQM has invested $2 billion over the past 5 years to expand production capacity. It is the leading global producer of potassium nitrate and iodine, and the lowest cost producer of lithium. SQM has a solid financial position with low debt levels and high liquidity. It expects capital expenditures to decrease in 2014 after significant investments to boost production capacity.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, lithium, iodine, and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile that allow it to be the lowest cost producer. It has a solid financial position and sells its diverse product portfolio globally in over 115 countries. While forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, SQM is well positioned due to its leading market positions, low production costs from its natural resources, and experienced management team.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium chloride and industrial chemicals. It has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile which allow it to be the dominant or largest global producer in many of its business lines. It has a diversified customer base of thousands of customers in over 110 countries. SQM has maintained strong financial performance in recent years with consistent revenue growth, profitability, and low debt levels.
SQM is a global producer of specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, and industrial chemicals. In 2015, SQM reported revenues of $1.7 billion and EBITDA of $724 million, with a 42% EBITDA margin. SQM has unique and abundant natural resources in Chile, including the world's largest deposits of nitrates and iodine. It is also the lowest cost producer of lithium globally. SQM has a solid financial position and expects higher sales volumes and capital expenditures in 2016.
SQM reported its 1Q2018 results. Revenue increased 11% to $519 million due to higher lithium and iodine prices outweighing lower sales volumes. Gross profit declined 22% to $517 million due to lower potassium sales and higher costs. The company is expanding lithium carbonate capacity to 180,000 MT by 2021 and lithium hydroxide capacity to 13,500 MT by 2018 through investments of $525 million from 2017-2021. SQM pays dividends according to a policy based on financial metrics and paid $114 million in interim dividends for 1Q2018.
SQM reported its 1Q2018 results. Revenue increased 11% to $519 million compared to 1Q2017, driven by higher prices for lithium and iodine which offset lower sales volumes. Gross profit decreased 4% to $178 million due to lower volumes. SQM expects continued growth in lithium demand and has expansion plans to increase lithium carbonate capacity to 180,000 MT by 2021. SQM pays dividends according to a policy based on financial metrics and paid $110 million, $100 million, and $114 million in dividends in 2018 related to 2017 and 2018 earnings.
SQM reported its third quarter 2017 results. The company saw higher revenues and gross profits compared to the third quarter of 2016, driven by increased volumes in iodine and industrial chemicals offsetting lower prices. Prices increased in lithium and potassium business lines. SQM expects continued demand growth for its lithium and specialty plant nutrients products. The company has several expansion projects planned between 2016-2022 to increase production capacities of various products, with over $1 billion in planned capital expenditures.
This document provides an overview of SQM, a leading producer of specialty plant nutrients, iodine, lithium, potassium, and industrial chemicals. It discusses SQM's business segments and highlights, including its position as the world's lowest cost producer of lithium. It also outlines SQM's strategic goals, which include growing its lithium, solar salts, and specialty plant nutrients businesses. Additionally, the document summarizes SQM's capital expenditure plans and ongoing arbitration with CORFO regarding its lease agreement.
SQM reported its 2Q2017 results. The company is a leading producer of lithium, iodine, potassium nitrate, and other specialty plant nutrients. In 1H2017, higher volumes of iodine and specialty plant nutrients outweighed lower prices, while lithium and potassium saw price increases. SQM has several expansion projects underway for lithium, iodine, and potassium production through 2018. It also has lithium projects in Argentina through a joint venture. SQM has a proven track record of generating cash and returning value to shareholders through dividends.
The document provides an earnings presentation for SQM's first quarter of 2017. It summarizes the company's financial performance, market outlook, capital expenditure plans, and business opportunities. Key points include revenue of $2.1 billion for the last twelve months and EBITDA of $821 million. SQM expects demand growth in most of its business lines, including lithium and potassium, and has expansion plans to increase production capacity for lithium, potassium nitrate, and other products. The presentation also reviews SQM's competitive position and ownership structure.
SQM reported its 2017 results. Key highlights included:
- Revenue of $2.2 billion and EBITDA of $894 million.
- Lithium sales volumes of 49.7k MT and revenues of $645 million, contributing 60% of gross profit.
- Iodine sales volumes of 12.7k MT and revenues of $252 million, contributing 7% of gross profit.
- Potassium nitrate sales volumes of 966.2k MT and revenues of $697 million, contributing 19% of gross profit.
- Planned expansions of lithium carbonate and hydroxide capacities in Chile by 2019.
- Capital expenditures framework of $517 million for 2018
SQM reported its first quarter 2017 earnings. Revenue for the last twelve months was $2.1 billion with EBITDA of $821 million, representing an EBITDA margin of around 39%. SQM is a world leader in specialty products including potassium nitrate, iodine, lithium, and solar salts. It has healthy credit metrics with net debt to EBITDA of 0.40 and investment grade credit ratings. SQM is pursuing growth projects including expansions of its lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, and potassium nitrate capacities through 2017-2018 with expected capital expenditures of around $180 million.
SQM reported its first quarter 2017 earnings. Revenue for the last twelve months was $2.1 billion with EBITDA of $821 million, representing an EBITDA margin of around 39%. SQM is a world leader in specialty products including potassium nitrate, iodine, lithium, and solar salts. It has healthy credit metrics with net debt to EBITDA of 0.40 and investment grade credit ratings. SQM is pursuing growth projects including expansions of its lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, and potassium nitrate capacities through 2017-2018 with expected capital expenditures of around $180 million.
SQM reported its 2017 results. Key highlights included:
- Revenue of $2.2 billion and EBITDA of $894 million.
- Lithium sales volumes of 49.7k MT and revenues of $645 million, contributing 60% of gross profit.
- Iodine sales volumes of 12.7k MT and revenues of $252 million, contributing 7% of gross profit.
- Potassium nitrate sales volumes of 966.2k MT and revenues of $697 million, contributing 19% of gross profit.
- Planned expansions of lithium carbonate and hydroxide capacities in Chile by 2019.
- Capital expenditures framework of $517 million for 2018
SQM reported its 2017 results. Key highlights included:
- Revenue of $2.2 billion and EBITDA of $894 million.
- Lithium sales volumes of 49.7k MT and revenues of $645 million, contributing 60% of gross profit.
- Iodine sales volumes of 12.7k MT and revenues of $252 million, contributing 7% of gross profit.
- Potassium nitrate sales volumes of 966.2k MT and revenues of $697 million, contributing 19% of gross profit.
- Planned expansions of lithium carbonate and hydroxide capacities in Chile by 2019.
The presentation summarizes SQM's financial results for the fourth quarter of 2016, including increased revenues driven by higher lithium sales volumes and prices, though lower prices in other businesses limited margins; it also outlines the company's growth strategy and capital expenditure plans to increase production of potassium nitrate, lithium, and solar salts through 2020.
This document discusses SQM's business outlook and provides forward-looking statements about financial performance. It notes that any forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from expectations. It also states that the risks and uncertainties are identified in public filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements should be considered in light of these risk factors.
The document discusses forward-looking statements made by SQM concerning its business outlook. It notes that while estimates are based on best judgment, actual results could differ materially from projections due to risks and uncertainties. It directs readers to SEC filings for further information on factors that could affect the accuracy of forward-looking statements.
The document discusses SQM's business outlook, noting that any statements about future economic performance or other financial forecasts constitute "forward-looking statements." It warns that a number of risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ from these statements. The document identifies public securities filings and other factors that should be considered regarding the accuracy of forward-looking information.
The document discusses SQM's business outlook, noting that any statements about future economic performance or other financial forecasts constitute "forward-looking statements." It warns that a number of risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ from these statements. The document identifies public securities filings and other factors that should be considered regarding the accuracy of forward-looking information.
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2. Statements in this presentation concerning the Company’s business outlook or future
economic performances, anticipated profitability, revenues, expenses, or other
financial items, anticipated cost synergies and product or service line growth, together
with other statements that are not historical facts, are “forward-looking statements” as
that term is defined under Federal Securities Laws.
Any forward-looking statements are estimates, reflecting the best judgment of SQM
based on currently available information and involve a number of risks, uncertainties
and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those stated
in such statements.
Risks, uncertainties, and factors that could affect the accuracy of such forward-looking
statements are identified in the public filing made with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, and forward-looking statements should be considered in light of those
factors.
Important Notice
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4. SQM at a Glance
World Leader in Specialty Businesses: Potassium Nitrate, Iodine,
Lithium & Solar Salts
Global Company: Based in Santiago, Chile with sales in more than 115
countries and offices in 20 countries.
Financial Profile
Revenue 2014: US$ 2.0 Billion
EBITDA(1) 2014: US$ 738 Million
EBITDA Margin 2014: ~ 37%
Healthy Credit Metrics
Debt/Equity Ratio: 1.03
NFD/EBITDA 1.03
Current Ratio 4.80
Highly Liquid Shares
Listed on the Santiago Stock Exchange, and the NYSE since
1993 (Ticker: SQM)
Most liquid Chilean ADR on the NYSE in 2013
Financially Stable: Credit Ratings
Standard & Poor’s: BBB
Moody’s: Baa1
Experienced Management
Management team has average of 24+ years with Company
Responsible Growth Within Core Business Lines
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(1) EBITDA: gross profit – SGA + depreciation & amortization
5. Fertilizers Specialty Chemicals
46% of world KNO3
market share(1)
Volumes(2): 878k MT
Revenues(3): 35% of
total (US$708mm)
Contribution to
Total Gross Profit(3):
25% (US$146mm)
Specialty Plant
Nutrients
Potassium
Strategically located
in South America
Volumes(2): 1,556k
MT
Revenues(3): 29% of
total (US$584mm)
Contribution to
Total Gross Profit(3):
28% (US$163mm)
Iodine &
Derivatives
Lithium &
Derivatives
Industrial
Chemicals
26% of world
market share(1)
Volumes(2): 8.8k MT
Revenues(3): 17% of
total (US$335mm)
Contribution to
Total Gross Profit(3):
24% (US$140mm)
27% of world
market share(1)
Volumes(2): 40k MT
Revenues(3): 10% of
total (US$207mm)
Contribution to
Total Gross Profit(3):
15% (US$58mm)
50% of world
industrial sodium
nitrate market share(1)
Volumes(2): 126k MT
Revenues(3): 5% of
total (US$102mm)
Contribution to Total
Gross Profit(3): 7%
(US$41mm)
(1) Market share is measured by volume, and corresponds to SQM estimates from 2014.
(2) SQM volumes, correspond to the twelve months ended December 31, 2014.
(3) SQM revenues, and total contribution to gross profit, correspond to the twelve months ended December 31, 2014
SQM at a Glance
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7. Sodium nitrate + Potassium chloride = Potassium nitrate + Sodium chloride
Caliche ore is only found in
Chile
The world’s largest deposits of
nitrate and iodine
We hold proprietary mineral
rights pursuant to exploitation
concessions
Low processing costs due to its
high concentrations of
potassium and lithium
Higher evaporation rates
Production rights are pursuant
to a lease agreement with
CORFO until 2030
Abundant natural resources enable long term
planning
High-quality reserves, which allow low-cost and
highly productive operations
Operations under high environmental and social
standards
Caliche Ore
Salar Brines
Highlights
1. Unique and Abundant Natural Resources
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NaNO3 + KCl = KNO3 + NaCl (salt)
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LatAm
28%
North Am.
23%
Europe
20%
Asia & Other regions
23%
Headquarters
SQM commercial office
Joint venture
Production facilities
Products are sold in more than 115 countries through our worldwide distribution network
Local presence in 20 countries to diversify operations, to satisfy local customers, and to access local raw materials
Products are used in diverse industries such as agriculture, human and animal nutrition, pharmaceutical, medical,
construction and electronics, among others, sold to diverse customers
No customer represents more than 3% of sales
2. Sales in Diverse Industries, Sold Globally
Note: Figures represent SQM’s Revenues breakdown for the twelve months ended December 31, 2014
9. SQM Highlights: Potassium Nitrate
A world leader: 46% world market share(1)
Developed distribution network: Proximity to
customers allows us to meet changing needs and
new market tendencies.
Flexibility: Various soluble NPK plants worldwide
Diverse customer base: In 2014, SPN products sold
in over 90 countries
Potassium Nitrate: Industry Dynamics
41%
22%
28%
9%
(1) Source: Company estimates for 2014.
(2) Tomato crop included in vegetable estimates.
Vegetables
Others
Industrial
Crops
Fruits
Niche market with specific benefits: Chlorine-free,
fully water soluble, and fast absorption.
Demand drivers: Higher cost of land, water scarcity,
increased demand for higher quality crops
Demand growth in 2014: ~10%(1)
Lower price elasticity relative to potassium chloride
3. SPN: Largest Global Producer
Main Uses: Premium Crops(1) (2)
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10. SQM HighlightsPotassium Chloride: Industry Dynamics
9%
4. Potassium: Uniquely Located To Supply Major Markets
Potassium chloride (KCL) is the most commonly used
potassium-based fertilizer. Sold all over the world
2014 global demand ~60 million metric tons
2015 global demand to reach ~58-60 million metric tons
Strategically located in Southern Hemisphere
Some price recovery during second half of 2014
Expansion of potassium-based products:
2015 effective capacity expected to be 2.3
million metric tons
Low-cost producer of KCL, very competitive in
lower priced market
Approximately 1/3 of MOP sales to Brazil
Flexibility to produce KCL, SOP(2), KNO3 depending
on market needs
Small producer, less than 3% market share
SQM Production Volumes (KCL and SOP(2))
(1) Based on SQM sales as of December 31, 2014
(2) Potassium sulfate
SQM Potassium Chloride Sales(1)
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800
1200
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2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Th.MT
Year
Central &
South
America
46%
North
America
22%
Europe 12%
Asia &
Others 20%
11. 26%
30%
18%
17%
5%
4%
SQM Highlights
(1) Source: Company estimates
5. Iodine: Leading Player in Strong Market
Iodine is mainly used in human & animal health
and nutrition. Major uses include X-ray contrast
media, LCD, pharmaceuticals and sanitizers
Global demand: CAGR of over 3% for the period
2003-20131
Global demand expected 2015: ~33,000 MT(1)
Limited cost-effective substitutes available
Limited sources of iodine worldwide
Industry Dynamics
Recycling
Others Chile
Others 3%
Japan
Strong position as long-term market supplier
A world leader: 26% market share in 2014(1); current
production capacity ~13,000 metric tons per year
We are looking to recapture our market share to levels of
around one third. Prices have been decreasing, and we
expect lower prices in 2015.
Developed distribution and sales network: Can quickly
meet demands of market. Largest producer, reliable
supplier
Globally diversified customer base
Key Players1
USA 5%
SQM Average Prices for Iodine and Derivatives
Year
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60
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
US$/kg
12. SQM Highlights
6. Lithium: Lowest-Cost Producer
Industry Dynamics
Global demand: Growth of ~9% between 2013 and
2014 period.
Demand driver: batteries. Future potential related
to e-cars using lithium-ion batteries (LIB)
Other uses for lithium include lubricant, glass,
pharmaceuticals
Global lithium projects announced. Expect some
new supply from Argentina in 2015.
Leading chemical lithium producer in the world
and the lowest cost producer globally
Produce lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, and
lithium chloride.
Current lithium carbonate plant capacity stands at
48,000 metric tons per year
China
Rockwood
Argentina
Others
Key Competitors(1)
12(1) Source: Company estimates
27%
37%
22%
12%
13. SQM Highlights
7. Industrial Chemicals: Dominant Player in a Niche Market
Various traditional uses for industrial nitrates
related to glass, metal treatment, water treatment,
and explosives
Solar Salts:
IEA expects installed capacity of
concentrated Solar Power (CSP) to double by
2020, and supply 20% of the world
electricity by 2050.
50 MW → approximately 30,000 MT of solar
salts
Projects being developed globally
Industry Dynamics
Operational flexibility with certain industrial sodium
and potassium nitrate products
Solar Salts:
Leading Producer with almost 70% market
share
2015 will result in significantly higher
volumes, expecting to supply four new
projects in Africa and Latin America in 2015-
2017.
SQM produces both potassium nitrate and
sodium nitrate, the two raw materials in solar
salt production
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0
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4
6
8
10
12
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Capacity of Concentrated Solar Power (CSP)*
(1) Source: IEA analysts; 2013 data are IEA estaimates based on Crespo, L. (2014), Overview of
current market trends for solar thermal electricity plants.
* Solana Project , Arizona
15. Potassium nitrate plant in Coya Sur (300,000
MT/year)
Increase potassium production in the Salar de
Atacama to 2.3 million MT from 800,000 MT,
including the construction of potassium chloride
and granulated potassium chloride facilities in the
Salar de Atacama
Increase capacity of iodine to 12,500 MT
Various investments related to distribution and
infrastructure
Capital Expenditure Program
Capital Expenditures 2009 - 2013: US$2.0 Billion Capital Expenditure 2014 and 2015: ~US$300M
After intense investment in recent years, investment
decreased for 2014 and 2015
Capex in 2014 totaled US$112 million, ~US$180
expected in 2015
Optimization of our potassium facility at the Salar de
Atacama
Various projects designed to maintain production
capacity, increased yields and reduce costs.
Photo: Evaporation ponds and silvinite stock pile, Salar de Atacama
Metallic Exploration
Between 2011 - 2013 SQM has invested
approximately US$29 million in metallic exploration,
and has identified over 50 areas of interest. twelve
agreements in place with various third parties.
In the fourth quarter of 2014 completed sale of
mining rights for US$13 million
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16. Restructuring
Implementation of lean operations
US$130 million in production costs savings in 2014,
approximately US$50 related to the depreciation of
the peso
Approximately US$40 million in savings anticipated
in 2015
Cost-Savings Program
Cost-Savings Plan 2013-2015 EBITDA margins
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Production Costs(1)
(1) Base 100 = average costs 2014
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17. Other Relevant Topics
Market conditions / pricing in iodine
Commodity Prices
Lithium Commission
Arbitration with CORFO
Ownership Structure(1) Considerations
Dividends
Dividend policy: 50% of net income, approved by
shareholders in April 2014
SQM Business Opportunities
Use of SQM´s nitrates in the solar energy power
generation known as thermal storage material.
Increased sales volumes 2016 and beyond
Recent price increases seen in potassium chloride
Increased SPN volumes
Metallic exploration
Cost reductions company-wide
17(1) As of December 31, 2014
Pampa
Group 32%
Potash Corp
32%
Bank of New
York (ADRs)
23%
Others Chile
13%
19. Investment Highlights
Unique and abundant natural resources1.
Sales in diverse industries, sold globally2.
SPN: Largest global producer3.
Industrial Chemicals: Dominant player in a niche market7.
Potassium: Uniquely located to supply major markets4.
Lithium: Lowest-cost producer6.
Iodine: Leading player in strong market with diverse uses5.
Metallic Exploration: Exploration with low risk8.
Solid financial position and financial management9.
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Contact Information:
Gerardo Illanes: VP of Finance and IR, gerardo.illanes@sqm.com
Kelly O’Brien: Head of Investor Relations, kelly.obrien@sqm.com
Carolyn McKenzie: Investor Relations, carolyn.mckenzie@sqm.com