Huntsman (HUN 1.50%) traded down after releasing largely positive 2012 financial statements. While revenue was slightly down compared to 2011, margins improved, the debt picture brightened and restructuring initiatives moved along as expected. Unfortunately, management's outlook for zero to minimal EBITDA growth in 2013 seems to have weighed on shares Tuesday. Not even a 25% quarterly dividend boost was enough to quell the sell-off. What exactly is management looking for next year? Fool energy and materials analyst Taylor Muckerman dives a bit deeper in the following video.
What Is the Near-Term Outlook for Huntsman?
By Taylor Muckerman and Joel South – Feb 15, 2013 at 11:00AM
NYSE: HUN
Huntsman
Market Cap
$1.4B
Today's Change
(-1.50%) $0.12
Current Price
$7.89
Price as of November 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM ET
Management has muted expectations for 2013. Why?
About the Author
Taylor Muckerman was lead energy & materials analyst for fool.com from 2012-2013. He is now Head of Retention for Motley Fool Canada.