https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-06/Fiber Optic Cable Interactive PDF_0.pdf
SOLUTIONS FOR FIBER OPTIC CABLE Engineered Fibers, Color & Additives, Specialty Engineered Materials BINDER YARN Flat, low-profile Highly absorbent (up to 65x its weight) BUFFER TUBE SWELLABLE YARN Cleaner than gel Highly absorbent WATER SWELLABLE FRP Non-corrosive, non-conductive, No flaking or shedding Overcoat and upjacketing available STRENGTH MEMBER Aramid or fiberglass yarn Processes cleanly with minimal dust UNDER-SHEATH RIPCORD Swellable, non-wicking Available in colors for easy identificationLASER MARKING ADDITIVES Provide good contrast in black outer jacket for outdoor exposure JACKET Color formulations for PVC, PE, TPU, TPC UV protective additives Non-halogenated colors for LSFOH LSFOH UV formulations for high flame retardancy, chemical and UV resistance, low COF TPE Polyamide, custom polyolefins LOOSE TUBES, TIGHT BUFFERS AND MICRO-MODULES LSFOH UV formulations for improved processing speeds, strippability & gel resistance Customized formulations: PBT PP TPE Color formulations for polyamide, PBT, LSFOH , TPE, TPC (Thermoplastic Copolyester) Laser marking additives https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/ripcords-fiber-optic-cable https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/water-blocking-absorbing-yarn https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/water-blocking-absorbing-yarn https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/fiber-reinforced-polymer https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/strength-members https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/ripcords-fiber-optic-cable https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/performance-enhancement-additives/oncap-laser-marking-additives https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-wire-cable https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives/oncap-uv-stabilizer-additives https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-wire-cable https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/eccoh-low-smoke-and-fume-non-halogen-formulations https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/eccoh-low-smoke-and-fume-non-halogen-formulations https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/onflex-thermoplastic-elastomers https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/eccoh-low-smoke-and-fume-non-halogen-formulations https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/eccoh-low-smoke-and-fume-non-halogen-formulations https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/bergadur-polyester-formulations https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/onflex-thermoplastic-elastomers https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-wire-cable https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-wire-cable https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/performance-enhancement-additives/oncap-laser-marking-additives
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-08/AVNT Aug 2022 Presentation - Jefferies.pdf
AVIENT CORPORATION I N V E S T O R P R E S E N T A T I O N (NYSE: AVNT) A U G U S T 2 0 2 2 D I S C L A I M E R 2 Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements contained in or incorporated by reference into this presentation constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. AVIENT: WHO WE ARE 38 21 9 34 • U.S. and Canada • Latin America • Europe, Middle East & Africa • Asia 25,000+ CUSTOMERS Headquartered in Avon Lake, OH (Cleveland) 8,800+ employees 100+ manufacturing plants Key Financial Data 2022E Sales $5.1 billion 2022E EBITDA $635 million 2022E EPS $3.50 >70% ARE CUSTOMIZED SOLUTIONS TO UNIQUE SPECIFICATIONS of sales 3 W H O W E A R E – V I S I O N , S T R AT E G Y, C U LT U R E 4 Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT) provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Annual Purchases RAW MATERIAL AND SUPPLY CHAIN UPDATE Based on 2021 purchases, excludes Distribution business D Y N E E M A A C Q U I S I T I O N 32 15x stronger than steel Reduces weight by 30% vs. other solutions Well-maintained global asset base poised to serve growing demand • Purchase price of $1.48B represents 11.4x multiple of 2022 EBITDA • Acquisition will expand Avient’s composites and fiber portfolio with Dyneema®, the World’s Strongest Fiber™ • $415M sales and 30%+ EBITDA margins; Immediately accretive to pro forma 2022 EPS, adding $0.35 • 1,300 patents globally, ~50% of sales patent protected • 1,000+ employees across global production network and dedicated technology centers • Composites platform will increase from $261M to $680M in revenue and from $49M to $180M in EBITDA Indicates Dyneema ® location $175M (42%) $65M (16%) $175M (42%) 2022E Sales By Region ($M) (1) $0.35 EPS excludes intangible amortization (2) Based on 2022 expected results (1) (2) (2) F I T W I T H F O U R P I L L A R S T R AT E G Y 33 Specialization • Innovation-led organization with tremendous intellectual property value in trademarks, patents and “know-how” • Deep history of application development and premium, leading brand with the World’s Strongest FiberTM Globalization • Global customer base with an established presence across all major geographic regions • Global technology centers complement existing Composites applications and expertise Operational Excellence • Best-in-class safety performance • Well-run and maintained asset base fit to serve future growth • Highly effective and reliable supply chain with emphasis on optimizing service to customers Commercial Excellence • Deep customer relationships extend across the value chain and drive ability to grow • Offer a full suite of services with an active role in design, development and commercialization People Experienced and talented associates with a passion for safety, specialization and winning DY N E E M A ® OV E RV I E W K E Y I N D U S T R I E S PERSONAL PROTECTION Military • Law Enforcement • First Responders Body Armor • Helmets • Vehicle Protection $215M MARINE & SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE Towing / Mooring • Aquaculture • Floating Wind • Offshore Cranes $130M CONSUMER Consumer • Outdoor High Performance • Safety Equipment $70M 34 Figures reflect 2022 expected sales MIFOverview Competition Value chain & Go-to-market Strategy Innovation Financials TECHNOLOGY 35 1,200 1,300 2,500 Avient Dyneema Combined Patents • True specialty business – the World’s Strongest Fiber™ • Deep history of application development with customers, strongest in the industry • The only UHMwPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) fiber producer that is backward integrated o Provides innovation advantage through control of all steps of the process • Complementary with our existing reinforced film expertise (PolyStrand) and engineered fiber presences (Fiber-Line) WINNING PROPERTIES Ultra high strength vs. weight Highly flexible Floats on water Chemically inert; no smell/taste and non-toxic High resistance to UV radiation Self-lubricating, with low friction One-of-a-kind technology ® FORMULATION PROCESS 36 • Like Avient, Dyneema® offers similar core competencies around formulation and material science • Technology that combines polymers and fibers to provide specialized, high performing solutions for customers • Design capabilities ensure that applications are highly customized for the specified end use DYNEEMA ® IN THE VALUE CHAIN 37 UHMwPE Fiber / Tapes Military Personnel, Law Enforcement Heavy Marine, Offshore Wind Energy and Mooring, Aquaculture Outdoor, Footwear, Apparel, Inflatables • Material Science • Formulation • Service INTERMEDIATE MANUFACTURING (CUSTOMERS) OEM / APPLICATION DEMAND TRENDS 38 • Military spending and near-term demand for higher performing personal protection products (like Dyneema®) expected to increase o European NATO members annual defense spend expected to increase by up to 20%(1) o Japan aiming to almost double defense spending over the next 5 years(2) o Accelerated launch of next generation technology in North America • Policy-driven demand for sustainable energy; growth in floating offshore wind farms which require advanced, durable technology o Offshore wind expected to grow at a CAGR of 32% with the level of annual installations quadrupling over the next five years(3) • Continued investment in aquaculture as a sustainable food source(4) • Strong demand in outdoor high performance space across niche consumer applications aligns with 10% growth assumption for Avient’s Composites portfolio Sources: (1) “Funding NATO”, NATO.int (2022年4月1日) (2) “Japan Ruling Party Calls for Defense Spending Boost to 2% of GDP”, WSJ (2022年4月21日) (3) “Global Wind Report 2021”, Global Wind Energy Council (4) “Aquaculture Supports a Sustainable Earth”, NOAA Fisheries 39 A L I G N M E N T W I T H S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y G O A L S P RO D U C T S AVIE NT ’S E XIS T ING COM P OS IT E S P ORT F OL IO D I V E R S E C A P A B I L I T I E S A N D S O L U T I O N S S E R V I N G M A N U F A C T U R E R S A N D O E M S LFT Tapes Laminates/Panels Shapes Pultrusion Engineered Fibers 40 AV I E N T ’ S C O M P O S I T E S P O RT F O L I O S A L E S A N D E B I T DA 41 $74 $84 $216 $212 $261 $5 $10 $32 $41 $49 $180 0 50 100 150 200 $- $50 $100 $150 $200 $250 $300 $350 $400 $450 $500 $550 $600 $650 $700 $750 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022E $680 ($ in millions) • Dyneema® acquisition will further improve Composites EBITDA margins to 26% • Dyneema® will complement our existing portfolio with deep formulation expertise, innovative culture and global commercial presence • Composites will continue to be a key growth driver to deliver future revenue growth in excess of GDP (1) Pro forma for the acquisition of Dyneema® (1) SEGMENT DATA U.S. & Canada 50% EMEA 25% Asia 16% Latin America 9% 2021 SEGMENT, END MARKET AND GEOGRAPHY GEOGRAPHY REVENUESEGMENT FINANCIALS Consumer 23% Packaging 19% Industrial 16% Building and Construction 10% Telecommunications 4% Energy 2% END MARKET REVENUE (1) Total company sales and adjusted EBITDA of $4,819M and $581M, respectively, include intercompany sales eliminations and corporate costs $2,402M $409M $919M $164M $1,631M $94M Sales EBITDA Distribution Specialty Engineered Materials Color Additives and Inks $581M$4,819M (1) Transportation 11% Healthcare 15% 43 Packaging 34% Consumer 21% Healthcare 8% Industrial 16% Building & Construction 10% Transportation 9% Energy 1% Telecommunications 1% C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S 2 0 2 1 R E V E N U E | $ 2 . 4 B I L L I O N US & Canada 32% EMEA 40% Asia 21% Latin America 7% END MARKET REGION 44 All charts reflect 2021 financials S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S Consumer 27% Healthcare 10% Packaging 7% Telecommunications 16% Transportation 11% Industrial 11% Building & Construction 11% Energy 7% 2 0 2 1 R E V E N U E | $ 9 1 9 M I L L I O N END MARKET US & Canada 55% EMEA 25% Asia 20% REGION 45 All charts reflect 2021 financials D I S T R I B U T I O N Healthcare 26% Consumer 23% Packaging 5% Industrial 20% Transportation 16% Building and Construction 8% Energy 1% Telecommunications 1% US & Canada 80% Asia 3% Latin America 17% END MARKET REGION K E Y S U P P L I E R S 2 0 2 1 R E V E N U E | $ 1 . 6 B I L L I O N 46 All charts reflect 2021 financials T O T A L C O M P A N Y R E G I O N A L S A L E S B Y E N D M A R K E T Packaging 30% Consumer 26%Healthcare 13% Industrial 14% Building & Construction 5% Telecommunications 2% Energy 2% Asia (16% of sales) Transportation 8% Packaging 32% Consumer 13% Healthcare 5% Industrial 17% Building & Construction 12% Telecommunications 5% Energy 4% EMEA (25% of sales) Transportation 12% 47 Consumer 25% Healthcare 19% Packaging 10% Industrial 17% Building & Construction 10% Telecommunications 4% Energy 2% US & Canada (50% of sales) Transportation 13% Packaging 38% Consumer 33% Healthcare 8% Industrial 10% Building & Construction 5% Telecommunications 1% LATAM (9% of sales) Transportation 5% All charts reflect 2021 financials Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited) (Dollars in millions, except for per share data) Senior management uses comparisons of adjusted net income from continuing operations attributable to Avient shareholders and diluted adjusted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations attributable to Avient shareholders, excluding special items, to assess performance and facilitate comparability of results.
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C A S T A N D B L O W N F I L M L E A D I N G PAC K AG I N G F I L M S U P P L I E R • Improve quality, limiting melt fracture and die built up • Increase productivity, reducing cleaning frequency • More sustainable manufacturing process • Regulatory compliance HIFORMER™ Liquid Polymer Processing Aid AV I E N T S O L U T I O N • Increased processing efficiency and overall productivity with low let down ratio • Delivered significant improvement in melt fracture and die build up • Sustainability benefits provided, including possibility for longer production runs, reduced energy consumption and less waste W H Y AV I E N T K E Y R E Q U I R E M E N T S P R O D U C T I V I T Y + S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y L E A R N M O R E
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Microsoft PowerPoint - Avient February IR Meetings AVIENT CORPORATION (NYSE: AVNT) F E B R U A R Y 1 7 - 1 8 , 2 0 2 1 I N V E S T O R M E E T I N G S H O S T E D B Y G O L D M A N S A C H S A N D M O R G A N S T A N L E Y D I S C L A I M E R 2 Forward-Looking Statements In this presentation, statements that are not reported financial results or other historical information are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. W H AT W E D O : M AT E R I A L S C I E N C E 5 CUSTOM FORMULATION We sell solutions not commodities. With the Clariant Masterbatch acquisition and divestment of the PP&S business, our exposure is now concentrated in less-cyclical and high-growth markets, with increased geographic diversification and a more specialized portfolio that can significantly expand EBITDA margins. 27 Avient reflects 2021 estimated EBITDA of $510M O U R VA LUATI O N V E R S U S P E E R S Avient Specialty Formulators Other Chemical/Specialty Companies 9.5 21.1 13.2 13.2 12.0 12.0 9.7 25.2 23.1 14.7 13.5 12.9 11.0 11.0 11.0 10.2 9.6 9.3 9.3 9.1 8.6 8.3 A vi e n t K W R A V Y R P M G C P P P G F U L A L B E C L H X L IF F F M C G R A B N R F O E A S H C E S C L U N V R E M N H U N K R A Median: 11.0xMedian: 12.6x S U M M A RY: W H Y I N V E S T I N AV I E N T ?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/avnt-first-quarter-2021-earnings-presentation.pdf
Microsoft PowerPoint - Avient Q1 2021 Earnings - Final (For Print) AVIENT CORPORATION F I R S T Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 1 R E S U L T S (NYSE: AVNT) A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 2 1 D I S C L A I M E R 2 Forward-Looking Statements In this presentation, statements that are not reported financial results or other historical information are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Free cash flow conversion calculated as (EBITDA – Capex) / EBITDA Median: 84% Median: 77% H I G H F R E E C A S H F L OW C O N V E R S I O N Avient reflects 2021 estimated EBITDA of $560M and excludes one-time synergy capture CAPEX ($20M) Source: Peer data per Bloomberg market data as of 2021年4月27日 87 89 87 86 82 81 76 88 87 84 82 81 78 77 77 77 76 73 70 69 50 19 A vi e n t K W R P P G R P M A V Y F U L G C P F M C IF F H X L U N V R E C L A S H C E B N R F O E E M N G R A H U N K R A S C L A L B Source: Peer data per Bloomberg market data as of 2021年4月27日 Total Enterprise Value / 2021E EBITDA Our current valuation with updated guidance implies an EBITDA multiple that is below specialty formulator peers and the majority of our chemical peers. With the Clariant Masterbatch acquisition and divestment of the PP&S business, our exposure is now concentrated in less-cyclical and high-growth markets, with increased geographic diversification and a more specialized portfolio that can significantly expand EBITDA margins. 20 Avient reflects 2021 estimated EBITDA of $560M O U R VA LUATI O N V E R S U S P E E R S Avient Specialty Formulators Other Chemical/Specialty Companies 10.2 17.7 16.0 14.9 14.6 11.6 11.1 26.7 24.0 22.8 14.3 12.7 11.5 11.2 11.1 11.0 10.3 10.1 9.5 9.4 8.3 7.0 A vi e n t K W R A V Y R P M P P G G C P F U L A L B H X L E C L IF F F M C B N R A S H G R A F O E S C L E M N U N V R C E K R A H U N Median: 11.1xMedian: 14.8x S U M M A RY: W H Y I N V E S T I N AV I E N T ?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/avient-ir-presentation-june-2021-w-non-gaap-recs_0.pdf
S U S TA I NA B I L I T Y • Most recent Sustainability report substantially expanded disclosure on key environmental and social topics Develop and implement solutions to end plastic waste while supporting AEPW $1.5B investment in key initiatives. 2 0 3 0 S U STA I NA B I L I T Y TA RG E TS 11 F U T U R E G ROW TH I N E XC E S S O F G D P I S D R I V E N B Y: Our company is positioned to sustainably grow at a rate that exceeds GDP. With the Clariant Masterbatch acquisition and divestment of the PP&S business, our exposure is now concentrated in less-cyclical and high-growth markets, with increased geographic diversification and a more specialized portfolio that can significantly expand EBITDA margins. 28 Avient reflects 2021 estimated EBITDA of $560M O U R VA LUATI O N V E R S U S P E E R S Avient Specialty Formulators Other Chemical/Specialty Companies 10.4 18.2 16.0 15.5 15.3 11.3 11.0 29.7 26.5 23.5 18.2 13.4 11.9 11.9 11.7 10.5 10.4 10.3 10.1 9.7 7.7 6.5 A vi e n t K W R A V Y P P G R P M F U L G C P H X L A L B E C L IF F F M C B N R A S H G R A E M N F O E S C L U N V R C E K R A H U N Median: 11.7xMedian: 15.4x S U M M A RY: W H Y I N V E S T I N AV I E N T ?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-11/polyone-cr-sro-notarial-deed-name-change-to-avient-material-solutions-cr-sro-oct-27-2021.pdf
Osvědčuje se, že rozhodnutí valné hromady dle článku III. bylo přijato a obsah rozhodnutí valné hromady dle článku III., o němž byl notářský zápis sepsán, je v souladu s právními předpisy a zakladatelským právním jednáním Společnosti v úplném znění. ------------------------------------------ Notář v souladu s §§ 70 a 70a notářského řádu činí toto vyjádření: ---------------------------- Předpoklady pro sepsání tohoto notářského zápisu byly splněny. Právní jednání, které je obsahem tohoto notářského zápisu, je v souladu s právními předpisy a splňuje náležitosti a podmínky stanovené zvláštním právním předpisem pro zápis do veřejného (obchodního) rejstříku. Potvrzuji, že tento stejnopis notářského zápisu se doslovně shoduje s notářským zápisem. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Potvrzuji, že opisy příloh obsažené v tomto stejnopisu se doslovně shodují s přílohami notářského zápisu. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Stejnopis byl vyhotoven dne 21. 10. 2021 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Elektronicky podepsal(a) Mgr.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-05/AVNT Q1 2024 Earnings Presentation_For_Website_w_non-GAAP_5_6_1.pdf
Avient corporation first quarter 2024 results and 2024 financial guidance AVIENT CORPORATION F I R S T Q U A R T E R 2 0 2 4 R E S U L T S A N D 2 0 2 4 F I N A N C I A L G U I D A N C E (NYSE: AVNT) M A Y 7 , 2 0 2 4 D I S C L A I M E R Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements contained in or incorporated by reference into this presentation constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. For the same reasons, Avient is unable to address the probable significance of the unavailable information. 2 O P E N I N G R E M A R K S 4 REGIONAL DEMAND TRENDS-TOTAL COMPANY Q 1 S A L E S V S P Y ( E X C L U D I N G F X ) 4 US & Canada Latin America EMEA Asia +2% -6% Flat +2% Avient ex. FX -1.5% FX -0.5% Total Avient -2.0% Q 1 2 0 2 4 R E S U L T S Q1 2024 PERFORMANCE VS.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Terms and Conditions of Sale for Slovakia.pdf
Predávajúci v žiadnom prípade nenesie zodpovednosť za akékoľvek škody a/alebo náklady z titulu omeškania s dodávkou. S výnimkou prípadu vyššej moci je výlučným prostriedkom nápravy kupujúceho v prípade, že nie je spokojný s rozhodnutím predávajúceho právo ukončiť túto zmluvu bez ďalších záväzkov: (i) na základe písomnej výpovede s výpovednou lehotou 10 kalendárnych dní, a (ii) po zaplatení za všetky výrobky doručené k danému dátumu. 14. Predávajúci má právo zrušiť potvrdenie objednávky s okamžitým účinkom, ak kedykoľvek pred doručením osoba alebo skupina osôb, ktoré nie sú prepojené s osobami, ktoré ovládajú kupujúceho k dátumu potvrdenia contrary to law.
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https://www.avient.com/investors https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/3u462yxq/ https://www.avient.com/investors https://register.vevent.com/register/BIfa0de3bdf9964987b4d7a1c21860e063 https://www.avient.com/investors/events-presentations 3 Non-GAAP Financial Measures The Company uses both GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) and non-GAAP financial measures. For more information, visit https://www.avient.com. 4 Forward-looking Statements In this press release, statements that are not reported financial results or other historical information are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability and cost of credit in the future; the effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks; disruptions or inefficiencies in our supply chain, logistics, or operations; changes in laws and regulations in jurisdictions where we conduct business, including with respect to plastics and climate change; fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply, and in energy prices and supply; demand for our products and services; production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs; unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters; our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends and the amounts and timing of any future dividends; information systems failures and cyberattacks; amounts for cash and non-cash charges related to restructuring plans that may differ from original estimates, including because of timing changes associated with the underlying actions; our ability to achieve strategic objectives and successfully integrate acquisitions, including the implementation of a cloud-based enterprise resource planning system, S/4HANA; and other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates, changes in the rate of inflation, geopolitical conflicts and any recessionary conditions.