This document provides an overview, agenda, and financial information for SQM's specialty business presentation in May 2013. The summary highlights that SQM is a world leader in specialty chemicals like lithium, iodine, and potassium nitrate. It also notes SQM has a strong financial profile with 46% EBITDA margins and revenue growth of over 69% since 2009. The document outlines SQM's growth opportunities across its fertilizer and specialty chemical segments.
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.
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.
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 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.
Palfinger AG presented results for the first half of 2013, highlighting international growth despite economic uncertainty in Europe. Revenue increased 2.2% to EUR 475.1 million driven by gains in non-European markets offsetting declines in Europe. EBIT rose 5.2% to EUR 39.1 million through increased contributions from international business units and acquisitions. Strategic priorities include expanding in growth markets like China and South America, developing the marine and offshore business, and increasing flexibility to adapt to changing conditions.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
Palfinger AG presented results for the first half of 2013, highlighting international growth despite economic uncertainty in Europe. Revenue increased 2.2% to EUR 475.1 million driven by gains in non-European markets offsetting declines in Europe. EBIT rose 5.2% to EUR 39.1 million through increased contributions from international business units and acquisitions. Strategic priorities include expanding in growth markets like China and South America, developing the marine and offshore business, and increasing flexibility to adapt to changing conditions.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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, 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.
The document discusses SQM's business outlook and provides forward-looking statements regarding financial performance. Any forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from projections. Risk factors are identified in public filings with the SEC. The document then outlines SQM's agenda which includes an overview of the company, its fertilizer and specialty chemical businesses, and financial information.
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. 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.
This document discusses SQM's fertilizer business, focusing on its specialty plant nutrition segment. Specialty plant nutrition accounted for 28% of SQM's revenues and 22% of gross margin in the first 9 months of 2012. SQM has a 49% global market share for potassium nitrate and is the world's largest producer. It recently completed a new potassium nitrate facility that will help maintain its leading position.
SQM provides a notice stating that any forward-looking statements in the presentation involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from projections. The presentation then discusses SQM's overview, fertilizer and specialty chemical businesses, and financial information. It highlights SQM's global presence and leadership in key specialty products like lithium, iodine, and potassium nitrate. It also outlines growth opportunities through expansion projects and increasing demand for products.
SQM presented its business outlook and financial performance. The document discusses forward-looking statements and risk factors associated with them. It then outlines SQM's business including its leadership in specialty fertilizers and chemicals. SQM realizes a strong financial profile with revenue growth, EBITDA margins over 47%, and the highest liquidity in Chile. It prioritizes responsible growth through capacity expansion and optimization.
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.
The document discusses SQM's business outlook and provides forward-looking statements regarding financial performance. Any forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from projections. Risk factors are identified in public filings with the SEC. The agenda includes an overview of SQM, its fertilizer and specialty chemical businesses, and financial information. SQM is a global company and world leader in lithium, iodine, potassium nitrate and solar salts. It has a strong financial profile with revenue growth, EBITDA margins over 40%, and the highest liquidity in Chile.
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.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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, with revenues of $2.2 billion and EBITDA of $894 million. The company discussed forward-looking statements and associated risks. Key business lines for 2017 included lithium at 32% of revenue/60% of gross profit, iodine at 18%/19%, and industrial chemicals at 30%/7%. SQM outlined expansion plans for its lithium carbonate and hydroxide capacities in Chile by 2019. The company also provided an outlook for 2018, expecting continued lithium, iodine and potassium market growth. SQM detailed its capital expenditure framework of $517 million for 2018, ownership structure, and dividend policy for 2017 net income distribution.
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 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.
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, 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.
The document discusses SQM's business outlook and provides forward-looking statements regarding financial performance. Any forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from projections. Risk factors are identified in public filings with the SEC. The document then outlines SQM's agenda which includes an overview of the company, its fertilizer and specialty chemical businesses, and financial information.
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. 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.
This document discusses SQM's fertilizer business, focusing on its specialty plant nutrition segment. Specialty plant nutrition accounted for 28% of SQM's revenues and 22% of gross margin in the first 9 months of 2012. SQM has a 49% global market share for potassium nitrate and is the world's largest producer. It recently completed a new potassium nitrate facility that will help maintain its leading position.
SQM provides a notice stating that any forward-looking statements in the presentation involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from projections. The presentation then discusses SQM's overview, fertilizer and specialty chemical businesses, and financial information. It highlights SQM's global presence and leadership in key specialty products like lithium, iodine, and potassium nitrate. It also outlines growth opportunities through expansion projects and increasing demand for products.
SQM presented its business outlook and financial performance. The document discusses forward-looking statements and risk factors associated with them. It then outlines SQM's business including its leadership in specialty fertilizers and chemicals. SQM realizes a strong financial profile with revenue growth, EBITDA margins over 47%, and the highest liquidity in Chile. It prioritizes responsible growth through capacity expansion and optimization.
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.
The document discusses SQM's business outlook and provides forward-looking statements regarding financial performance. Any forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from projections. Risk factors are identified in public filings with the SEC. The agenda includes an overview of SQM, its fertilizer and specialty chemical businesses, and financial information. SQM is a global company and world leader in lithium, iodine, potassium nitrate and solar salts. It has a strong financial profile with revenue growth, EBITDA margins over 40%, and the highest liquidity in Chile.
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.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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, with revenues of $2.2 billion and EBITDA of $894 million. The company discussed forward-looking statements and associated risks. Key business lines for 2017 included lithium at 32% of revenue/60% of gross profit, iodine at 18%/19%, and industrial chemicals at 30%/7%. SQM outlined expansion plans for its lithium carbonate and hydroxide capacities in Chile by 2019. The company also provided an outlook for 2018, expecting continued lithium, iodine and potassium market growth. SQM detailed its capital expenditure framework of $517 million for 2018, ownership structure, and dividend policy for 2017 net income distribution.
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.
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.
SQM reported strong financial results in the first half of 2017, with revenues of $2.1 billion and EBITDA of $853 million for the last twelve months. The company expects continued demand growth in its key markets of lithium, potassium nitrate, iodine and solar salts. SQM plans significant expansions across its business lines through 2018 to capitalize on these market opportunities.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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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.
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Important Notice
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SQM at a Glance
• World Leader in Specialty Businesses: Potassium Nitrate,
Iodine, lithium & Solar Salts
• Global Company: Based in Santiago, Chile with over 20
offices on 6 continents
• Strong Financial Profile
2012 Revenue: US$ 2.4 Billion (+13%)
2012 EBITDA†: US$ 1.1 Billion
2012 EBITDA Margin: > 46%
Revenue growth: > 69 % since 2009
• Highest liquidity in Chile
Listed on the Santiago Stock Exchange, and the
NYSE since 1993
Most liquid Chilean ADR on the NYSE in 2012
One of the five most liquid companies traded in the
Chilean Stock Market in 2012
• Responsible growth
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† EBITDA: gross profit – SGA + depreciation & amortization
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SQM at a Glance
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SQM: Proud to be the world’s largest producer of lithium, iodine, potassium nitrate and solar salts
Fertilizers Specialty Chemicals
Potassium
24%*
Specialty Plant
Nutrients
21%*
Iodine
35%*
Lithium
11%*
Industrial
Chemicals
8%*
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* Contribution to SQM Consolidated Gross Profit of 2012
7. Operational Synergies and a low-cost structure
Caliche
Ore
Salar Brines
Operational synergies and low-cost structure
• Similar processes and industrial technologies are
used across our operations: solar ponds,
evaporation, salt harvesting, crystalllizing, drying,
among others
• Raw materials are used in the production of
several different products, reducing costs
significantly
• Specialty Plant Nutrients, Potassium Chloride and
Industrial Chemicals volumes create logistics
efficiencies
Commercial flexibility according to market conditions
• Nitrates in different qualities are used for
industrial applications or for the fertilizer
industry
• Potassium can be sold as potassium chloride or
used as raw material in the production of
potassium nitrate
• Potassium chloride/sulfate allocation
Iodine
Nitrates
Potassium
chloride
Potassium
sulfate
Lithium
Potassium
nitrate
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†Market share figures are based
on 2012 SQM estimates.
*Figures are based on IFRS
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Specialty Plant
Nutrition
46% world market share KNO3†
2012 Revenues* US$675M (28%)
21% of total 2012 gross margin*
Potassium
2012 Revenues* US$605M (25%)
24% of total 2012 gross margin*
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Potassium Nitrate
Niche Market Demand Drivers
• Chlorine free
• Fully water soluble
• 100% Natural origin
• Fast absorption
• High cost of land
• Water scarcity
• Demand for premium
crops
• North America and
European vegetable
and tomato markets
Modern Agricultural
Techniques
Fertilizers: Specialty Plant Nutrition
21% of Total 2012 Gross Margin
Vegetables
41%
Fruits
22%
Industrial
Crops
28%
Others
9%
Main uses: Premium crops*
*SQM estimates 2012
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Fertilizers: Specialty Plant Nutrition
21% of Total 2012 Gross Margin
SQM & SPN: World Leader
• Completion of new potassium nitrate facility
in Coya Sur (300,000 tons/year)
• Developed distribution network: Proximity to
customers allows for us to meet changing
needs and new market tendencies
• Largest Producer: 46% World Market Share
Other producers: Haifa, Kemapco*
• Prices are expected to decrease in 2013 as a
result of the new potash price environment
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* Figures are based on 2012 SQM
estimates. Market estimates do not
include imports/exports from China
600
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World Potassium Nitrate Market*
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Fertilizers: Potassium
24% of Total 2012 Gross Margin
Potassium Chloride
Market Demand Drivers
• Commodity Fertilizer
• ~50 million ton market
(2012)
• Largest Global Producers:
• Potash Corp
• Uralkali
• Global crop supply
pressure should have a
positive impact on
fertilizer prices
• Contracts with China for
the first half of 2013
closed at $70 under prices
seen in 2012
• Main Uses:
•Fruits/Vegetables
•Corn
•Rice
• Demand growth still
being seen in Brazil
• Population Growth
• Farmer economics &
yield optimization
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**Price as of December for respective years
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SQM & Potassium: Growth Opportunities
• Expansion of potassium-based products:
• Installed capacity of approximately
2 million MT in 2012
• 2013 production volumes to be similar
to 2012
• 2014 effective capacity expected to be
between 2.2 – 2.3 million MT
• Three main sources of potassium that exist in
market today: SQM is the only company that
produces all three sources
• Internal development of production
technologies has allowed for a better
utilization of natural resources and for higher
yields through increased efficiencies
Fertilizers: Potassium
24% of Total 2012 Gross Margin
• MOP is potassium chloride (KCl), also known as potash
• SOP is potassium sulfate (K2SO4)
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Th.MT
Year
SQM Production Volumes MOP + SOP
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Specialty Chemicals: World Leadership
†Market share figures are based on 2012 SQM estimates
⁰ Considering the lithium chemicals market, excluding
concentrated minerals
*Figures are based on IFRS
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Iodine & Derivatives
34% world market share†
2012 Revenues* US$578M (24%)
35% of total 2012 gross margin*
Lithium & Derivatives
35% world market share†⁰
2012 Revenues *US$222M (9%)
11% of total 2012 gross margin*
Industrial Chemicals
2012 Revenues *US$245M (10%)
8% of total 2012 gross margin*
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Specialty Chemicals: Iodine
35% of Total 2012 Gross Margin
* Market participation based on SQM 2012 estimates
Market supply estimates for Japan include supply from
traditional production and recycling in Japan
Iodine
Niche Market Main Uses
• SQM is the leading iodine
producer in the world
• Global Demand: CAGR
2002-2012: 4%
• Additional capacity from
Chilean competitors
started production in
2012, aiming to reach
projected capacity in
2013
• X-Ray Contrast Media
• LCD
• Pharmaceuticals
• Iodophors
• Approximately 40% of
uses related to human
health and nutrition
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SQM 34%
Japan 31%
Others Chile
24%
Others
Recycling 5%
USA 4%
Others 2%
2012 Market Size Estimates: ~31
kMT*
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Specialty Chemicals: Lithium
11% of Total 2012 Gross Margin
*SQM estimates: Lithium chemicals market
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Lithium
Market Main Uses
• SQM is the leading lithium
chemical producer in the
world
• Global demand: CAGR (2002-
2012): ~ 8%
• Expected growth for 2012: ~
9%
• Global lithium chemical
demand has increased over
25% between 2010-2012, with
batteries being the primary
demand driver
• Battery technology historically
been the demand driver.
•Batteries (over 41%)
• Glass
• Lubricating Greases
• Glazes/Frits
Li2CO3
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SQM 35%
China 10%
Talison 22%
Others Chile
19%
FMC 11%
Others 3%
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Lithium & SQM: Growth Opportunities
• Current lithium carbonate plant capacity 48,000
MT/year
• We believe SQM is one of the lowest cost
producer in the world
• New production capacity is expected from
Australia & China during 2013
Lithium & Electric Cars: Outlook
• Total production of e-cars (HEV-PHEV-EV) using
lithium-ion batteries (LIB) is expected to reach
1.5-3.0 million (2015), 5.0-10.0 million (2020)
• Total lithium demand is expected to reach 250-
300 KMT-LCE (2020)
Specialty Chemicals: Lithium
11% of Total 2012 Gross Margin
*SQM estimates: Lithium chemicals market
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140
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LithiumAveragePriceUS$/ton
TH.MT-LCE
Year
Lithium Chemicals Market*
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Solar Salts:
New demand for industrial nitrates for thermal
energy storage in solar power plants means
increasing our nitrate consumption
• Mixture of 60% sodium nitrate and 40%
potassium nitrate
• Main projects: ACS Cobra-Sener, Aries,
Rocketdyne, Abengoa, SAMCA, Solar
Reserves
• 50 MW → ~30,000 MT of salts
• 2012 solar salts are expected to reach
~ 180,000 MT .
• 2013 sales expected to drop below
100,000 MT due to a delay of most
projects until 2014 as a result of the
financial situation in Europe
Specialty Chemicals: Industrial
8% of Total 2012 Gross Margin
Traditional Industrial Chemical
applications include: metal treatment,
water treatment, pyrotechnics, explosives,
glass manufacturing, among others
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1. Capacity expansion for potassium-
based products in the Salar de
Atacama
2. Increased capacity in iodine and
nitrates facilities in first region,
with increased plant efficiencies
and higher quality products
3. Optimization railroad system,
other projects aimed at improving
yields and reducing costs
Capital Expenditure Program
Approximately US$500 million for 2013
*Approximately 70% of capital expenditures will be
related to expansion projects
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