2018 at a glance

Henkel achieves good organic sales growth with strong earnings, profitability and cash flow

• Sales at 19.9 billion euros: impacted by negative currency effects of 1.1 billion euros; organic growth +2.4%
• Increase in operating profit (EBIT)¹: +1.0% to 3,496 million euros
• Further EBIT margin¹ improvement: +30 basis points to 17.6%
• Earnings per preferred share (EPS)¹: +2.7% to 6.01 euros, at constant exchange rates +7%
• Strong expansion of free cash flow: +12.7% to 1,917 million euros
• Record dividend² payout: +3.4% to 1.85 euros per preferred share
• Very good progress in implementation of strategic priorities
• Growth initiatives underline commitment to profitable growth

Henkel drives further progress in sustainability

• Global focus on resource efficiency
• Active contribution to climate protection
• Comprehensive commitment to a circular economy for plastic and sustainable packaging
• Leading positions in international indices and ratings

Closing the loop: Why packaging can be a force for good

Transforming packaging through innovative design, strong recycling systems and powerful partnerships along the value chain