Michelin Updates Its 2021 Outlook

Florent Menegaux, CEO of Michelin, said: “As markets continued to recover, the Michelin Group had a very good first half. These solid results should not overshadow the persistent impact of the health crisis, which is causing major disruptions, particularly in the supply chain. I would therefore like to personally thank the Michelin teams for their unwavering commitment to enabling our Group to sustain its leadership in our tire businesses and to continue deploying our sustainable growth strategy.”

Outlook for 2021 : After recovering sharply in the first half, global demand will not benefit from as favorable a base in the second half of the year, when it will likely continue to be impacted by global supply chain disruptions. Passenger car and Light truck tire markets are expected to expand by between 8% and 10% over the year and Truck tire markets by between 6% and 8%. The Specialty markets should deliver 10% to 12% growth over the year.

Barring any new systemic effect from Covid-192, Michelin plans to strengthen its positions in the prevailing market environment. Consequently, the Group is raising its objectives for the full year, targeting segment operating income in excess of €2.8 billion at constant exchange rates (versus > €2.5 billion as previously announced) and structural free cash flow3 of more than €1 billion (versus around €1 billion). …

Source: Michelin