For the second quarter 2019, the company expects adjusted earnings per share of We have invested heavily in composites over the last few years and are now delivering with multiple new business wins." the company will provide additional details on its second quarter performance as well as updated expectations for the balance of the year.

• Members of the Committee will be appointed by the Board each year following the annual meeting of shareholders. • Each Committee member will serve at the pleasure of the Board for such term as the Board may decide. Committee members will serve until their successors are elected and qualified, or until their earlier death, retirement, resignation, or removal by the Board. • The Committee will consist of a minimum of three directors. • The Board will select a Chair of the Committee. Committee Meetings and Action • A majority of the Committee members will be a quorum for the transaction of business. • The action of a majority of those present at a meeting at which a quorum is present will be the act of the Committee. • Any action that may be taken at a meeting of the Committee may be taken by written consent so long as the written consent is unanimously approved and filed with the Corporate Secretary. 4 • The Company’s General Counsel and Corporate Secretary will be the management liaison to the Committee. • The Committee may appoint subcommittees from time to time as needed, and may delegate authority to such subcommittees or to officers of the Company, when appropriate, consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and listing standards. • The Corporate Secretary or his or her designee will be responsible for keeping minutes of the Committee meetings. • The Committee will meet at least two times a year and at such other times as may be requested by its Chairman. • The Committee will regularly report the Committee’s activities and any recommendations to the Board in such manner and at such times as the Committee or the Board deems appropriate. • The Committee will annually review its charter and recommend any changes to the Board of Directors.

Associates have the opportunity twice per year through the performance appraisal process to request a career development discussion with their manager. Eight consecutive years of annual adjusted earnings per share growth… and counting! Associates have the opportunity twice per year through the performance appraisal process to request a career development discussion with their manager.

Fourth quarter and full year GAAP earnings per share (EPS) were $0.30 and $0.83, compared to $(0.19) and $0.90 from continuing operations in the prior year, respectively. I'm pleased to finish the year with fourth quarter adjusted EPS of $0.52, reflecting an increase of 24% over the prior year," said Dr. We delivered year-over-year earnings growth, much of which came from margin improvement in Europe and prudent cost control by our teams.

News Release - AVNT-2021.12.31-News Release 1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Avient Announces Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results Financial Performance • Fourth quarter and full year sales increased 21% to $1.2 billion and 27% to $4.8 billion, respectively • Fourth quarter and full year GAAP EPS of $0.32 and $2.51 compared to $0.81 and $1.46 in the prior year • Fourth quarter and full year adjusted EPS increased 12% to $0.58 and 58% to $3.05, respectively • Initiates 2022 guidance of $5.1 billion in sales and $3.50 in adjusted EPS Milestone Achievements • Increased dividend on an annualized basis by 12% to $0.95; the 11th year in a row of an annual increase • Increased EBITDA contribution from Clariant acquisition from $133 to $205 million and reduced net debt to adjusted EBITDA to 2.2x, one year ahead of schedule • Joined the United Nations Global Compact, recognized as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek, and earned the company's third consecutive Great Place to Work® certification. Fourth quarter and full year GAAP EPS were $0.32 and $2.51 compared to $0.81 and $1.46 in the prior year fourth quarter and full year, respectively. Comparisons to prior year full year financial results herein are presented on a pro forma basis such that the prior periods include the business results of Clariant Color for that prior period.

AVNT-2021.03.31-News Release 1 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Avient Announces Record First Quarter 2021 Results; Increases Full Year Guidance • Organic revenues increased 17% to $1.16 billion driven by strong demand across all segments, with the most significant growth in healthcare and consumer end markets • GAAP EPS from continuing operations of $0.86 compared to $0.38 in the prior year quarter • Adjusted EPS from continuing operations of $0.89 expanded 68% over the prior year of $0.53 with all segments achieving record operating income • Full year adjusted EPS guidance for 2021 increased from $2.40 to $2.80 representing 45% growth over the prior year of $1.93. First quarter 2021 GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.86 compared to $0.38 in the prior year first quarter. Patterson added, “We are also increasing our full year 2021 estimates and now expect revenues of approximately $4.3 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.80, a 45% increase over the prior year."

Fourth quarter and full year GAAP earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations were $(0.19) and $0.90, respectively. Orders in Europe and Asia were slightly better than expected at the end of the year. Comparisons to prior year fourth quarter and full year financial results herein are presented on a pro forma basis such that the prior periods include the business results of APM.

Fourth quarter 2020 GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $0.81 and compared to $0.08 in the prior year fourth quarter. SEM generated its highest-ever quarterly operating income at $30 million, a 58% increase over prior year fourth quarter. This represents a 45% increase over the prior year quarter, pro forma for the Clariant Masterbatch business.”

First quarter GAAP earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations was $0.54 compared to $0.23 in the prior year quarter. It is a positive start to the year, as we grew first quarter adjusted EPS by 21% over the prior year," said Dr. In Greater China, we also saw year over year growth primarily from industrial and healthcare end markets.

Second quarter GAAP earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations was $0.36 compared to $0.24 in the prior year quarter. Khandpur added, "On a geographic basis, all regions delivered year-over-year organic sales growth. We anticipate continued year-over-year organic sales growth, with both segments growing earnings."