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FORMULATION
EXPERTISE SERVICE INNOVATION
Expertise in
Polymer
Materials,
Services and
OEMs
Brand Owners
Processers
Assemblers
IQ Design Labs
InVisiOSM Color
Services
LSS Customer
First
Specialty products & services driving customer value
What We Do
5POLYONE CORPORATION
PolyOne At a Glance
2017 Revenue – $3.2 billion
Performance
Products &
Solutions
21%
PolyOne
Distribution
34%
Specialty
Engineered
Materials
19%
Color
Additives
& Inks
26%
United
States
59%
Europe
14%
Latin
9%
8%
10%
$0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
$1.80
$1.96
$2.06
$2.21
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016* 2017
18%
11%
11% Industrial
16%
Building &
Construction
Wire &
Cable 9%
Electrical &
Electronics
6%
Appliance
5%
*Recast for DSS in discontinued operations
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43%
76%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
2005 2010 2017
%
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f O
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tin
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In
co
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e*
*Operating Income excludes corporate charges and special items
Specialty OI $5M $87M $280M
JV’s Performance Products & Solutions
Specialty MixDistribution
Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation
Distribution and Contract
Manufacturing Businesses
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Consistently Deliver Double Digit Annual EPS Growth
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI after tax divided by the sum of average debt and equity less cash over a 5 quarter period
Proof of Performance
2020 Platinum Vision
12 - 14%
6.5 – 7.5%
15%
2006 2017 2020
“Where we were” “Where we are” Platinum Vision
ROIC* 5.0% 14.0%
Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 15.5%
Specialty Engineered Materials 1.1% 12.5%
Performance Products & Solutions 5.5% 10.7%
Distribution 2.6% 6.3%
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$50
$116
$0
$40
$80
$120
$160
$200
2012 2014 2016 2018
10.8%
11.3%
10.0%
11.0%
12.0%
13.0%
14.0%
15.0%
2012 2014 2016 2017 2020
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI after tax divided by the sum of average debt and equity less cash over a 5 quarter period
Free Cash Flow and Improving Returns
Free Cash Flow (in millions) ROIC*
$200 - $220
14.0%
$143
12.9%
15.0%
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$767M
Returning Cash to Shareholders
$0
$150
$300
$450
$600
$750
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Since 2011, we have returned over $950 million to shareholders
$767M
Cumulative Share Repurchases (in millions)
$0.16
$0.20
$0.24
$0.32
$0.40
$0.48
$0.58
$0.70
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
3-Year Dividend Plan
Increasing Annual Dividend
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Expanding our sales,
marketing, and
technical capabilities
Investing in
operational and LSS
initiatives
~60 - 70% of capital
expenditures fund
growth initiatives
Organic
Growth
Acquisitions
Share
Repurchases
Dividends
Targets that expand
our:
• Specialty offerings
• End market
presence
• Geographic breadth
Growth synergies
Adjacent material
solutions
Repurchased 2.0
million shares
in 2017
Repurchased 20.8
million shares
since early 2013
6.5 million shares
are available for
repurchase under
the current
authorization
Increased annual
dividend by 30% to
$0.70 per share,
representing the
eighth consecutive
year of dividend
growth
Expect to increase
annual dividend 60%
or more cumulatively
over next three years
Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet
Fund Investment / Shareholder Return
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*Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
Vitality Index Progression*
38%
Target ≥ 35%
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
$20
$52
Research & Development Spend
($ millions)
Total Specialty Addressable Market of over $2.6 Billion
(10 Projects) (10 Projects)
($500 million)
(19 Projects)
($1.4 billion)
Innovation Pipeline Potential
Frame
Opportunity
Prototype Scale-up and
Test Market
Commercial
Launch
$500 Million $1.4 Billion $700 Million
Phase 5Phase 4Phase 3Phase 2Phase 1
Build Business
Case
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Key Innovation Growth Platforms
Composites
Barrier Additive
Technology
Fiber Colorants
Flame Retardant
Polymers
Increasing regulatory drive for halogen replacements
$400m addressable market
Drive to prevent oxygen, light and UV rays from affecting
contents in PET packaging, extending shelf life
$200m addressable market
60% of world fiber consumption is synthetic, need to
simplify manufacturing and eliminate waste
$300m addressable market
Polymer formulation and process engineering create a
pipeline for next generation materials
Drive to replace aluminum and steel with plastics without
compromising on strength
Total Sales
($millions)
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Providing LSS services to
small/medium sized customers –
have trained over 30 customers
in LSS methodology
Providing Industrial design and
color services to small/medium
sized customers
On time delivery above 95%
Strengthening Relationships:
Customer First Through World-Class Service
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Addressable market exceeds $40 billion
Strong performance demonstrates that our strategy and execution are
working
Megatrends and emerging opportunities align with strengths
Innovation and services provide differentiation, incremental pricing
power and competitive advantage
Strategic reinvestment for growth while returning cash to shareholders
Strong and proven management team driving growth and performance
Why Invest In PolyOne?
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
Segment Highlights
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1.7%
4.6% 5.1% 5.5%
7.2% 8.1%
9.7%
12.2%
14.7%
16.7%
16.0%
2017 Revenue: $0.9 Billion
United
46%
31%
Asia 15%
Latin
South
(27%)
(14%)
(10%)
Textiles
(12%)
(8%)
15.5%
Color, Additives & Inks
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1.1% 1.3%
3.4%
5.1%
9.6%
8.0% 8.6% 9.3%
12.1%
14.7%
United
48%
28%
22%
(20%)
(19%)
Electrical & Electronics
(15%)
(13%)
(11%)
12.5%
2017 Revenue: $0.6 Billion Operating Income % of Sales
14.3%
Specialty Engineered Materials
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5.5%
6.9%
3.8%
3.6%
5.5%
4.3%
6.3%
7.2% 7.7%
8.3%
12-14%
10.7%
11.1%
United
77%
16% Latin
5%
Building & Construction
(30%)
(16%)
(15%)
(18%)
2017 Revenue: $0.7 Billion Operating Income % of Sales
Performance Products & Solutions
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23%
22%
18%
15% Appliance
7%
E & E
6%
B & C
3%
W & C
38%
ROIC*
2.6% 3.0% 3.5%
4.6%
5.6%
6.4% 5.9% 6.1%
6.6% 6.5 - 7.5%6.3%
*After-Tax ROIC
6.4%
2017 Revenue: $1.2 Billion Key Suppliers
4.0%
Distribution
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Target End Markets &
Application Examples
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Thermally Conductive
Chemical Resistant
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
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Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural Components
Sound & Vibration Management
Roof Systems
Air Management
Electronics and Cameras
Lighting
Exterior / Interior Trim
Braces & Brackets
Fasteners
Seals & Flaps
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Target End Markets… Consumer
Thermally Conductive
Components
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Components
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Oxygen Scavenger
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified Technologies
Target End Markets… Packaging
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Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and prestige
perceptions among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
Luxury Packaging
GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers
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Optimize Color Usage
OnColorTM Super Concentrates
Eliminate costs by increasing
pigment density
Enhance color performance
without altering form and
formulation
Increasing design capabilities
by reducing weight and layer
thickness
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Combat Bacteria Formation
WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology
Inhibit microbial growth on
polymer surfaces
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile concentrate
with the ability to be
incorporated into a wide
variety of products
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Medical Device Housings
Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Durable, long-lasting products
stand up to the most
aggressive disinfectants
Minimize environmental
stress cracking and
discoloration
One of the broadest medically
approved polymer and
colorant portfolios
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Color & Design Services
Greater control of color
development and supply chain
Work across entire design
process from concept to
commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors, and
effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
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Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high
performance specialty materials
for the recreational and sports
& leisure industry
Well positioned across all
segments to address market
needs
Metal to Polymer
Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
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ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment
enable greater efficiency and
productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and
its associated wastewater
treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
Fiber Colorants
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Smart Home Devices
ResilienceTM Vinyl Solutions
High flame retardancy to meet
strict UL standards
Greater processing and design
flexibility
Specialized additives provide
long term color stability
Diffusive lens materials improve
light dispersion
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Senior management uses comparisons of adjusted net income from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne common shareholders, adjusted earnings per share (EPS)
attributable to PolyOne common shareholders and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) to assess performance and allocate resources
because senior management believes that these measures are useful in understanding current profitability levels and that current levels may serve as a base for future performance.
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-150.00%
-50.00%
50.00%
150.00%
250.00%
350.00%
PolyOne S&P 500
All time high of
$34.47
December 9th, 2013
• 16 consecutive quarters of
double digit EPS growth
• 42% CAGR adjusted EPS
expansion 2006-2012
• YTD stock price has increased
63% versus 27% growth in the
S&P
• More than six fold increase in
market cap: $0.5b $3.3b
Strategy and Execution Drive Results
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The World’s Premier Provider of Specialized
Polymer Materials, Services & Solutions
Four Pillar Strategy
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PP&S
15%
Specialty
60%
Distribution
25%
0.12
0.27 0.21
0.13
0.68
0.82
1.00
2.50
$0.00
$0.25
$0.50
$0.75
$1.00
$1.25
$1.50
$1.75
$2.00
$2.25
$2.50
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010* 2011* 2012* 2015
Target
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Appliance
6%
Building &
Construction
13%
Wire & Cable
Electrical &
Electronics
4%
Consumer
Packaging
18%
Industrial
10%
Misc.
5%
HealthCare
Transportation
16%
Textiles
1%
United
States
70%
Europe
14%
Canada
8%
Asia
5%
Latin
America
3%
2012 Revenues: $4.0 Billion*
End Markets*
2012 Revenues: $4.0 Billion*
EPS
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PolyOne
At A Glance
* Restated to exclude discontinued operations
Old
PolyOne Transformation
*Operating Income excludes corporate charges and special items
2%
34% 43%
63%
65-
75%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
2005 2008 2010 YTD 2013 2015
%
o
f O
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In
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JV's PP&S Distribution Specialty
Specialty OI $5M $46M $87M $153M Target
Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation
2015
Target
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2006 YTD 2013 2015
Where we were Where we are
Organic Consolidated
Target
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Global Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 12.8% 12.8% 12 – 16%
Global Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.1% 10.8% 8.9% 12 – 16%
Designed Structures & Solutions — — 5.0% 8 – 10%
Performance Products &
Solutions 5.5% 8.0% 8.2% 9 – 12%
Distribution 2.6% 6.1% 6 – 7.5%
2) Specialty Platform % of
Operating Income 6.0% 63% 65 – 75%
3) ROIC* (after-tax) 5.0% 9.4% 15%
4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A 28%
Double Digit
Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2015 Goals
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
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*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
19.5%
44.0%
2006 Q3 2013
$20.3
$46.6
2006 TTM
Q3'13
14.3%
31.0%
2006 Q3 2013
Research & Development
Spending
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index Progression*
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
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We are Experts in Polymer Science and Formulation
Polymer Science
Formulation
Chemistry
Processing
Inputs
Base Resins
Additives
Modifiers
Colorants
Specialized
Polymer Materials,
Services, and Solutions
Expertise
Satisfied
Consumers
PolyOne Customer
Innovative
Products & Services
Marketplace Demands
Performance Requirements
Value Drivers
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Positioned for Strong Growth
2015 Target
Rev: $5B
Adj.
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Full-year 2024 highlights
► 4% organic revenue growth for Avient;
3% for CAI and 6% for SEM
► Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded 20 bps for Avient;
90 bps for CAI and 110 bps for SEM
► New strategy in execution
Leadership team strengthened with a new CTO, CIO, General
Counsel, SVP (New business development & marketing) in place
► New compensation plan rolled out in January 2025,
in direct alignment with the strategy
► 2024 was our safest year on record
► Increased dividend 5% to $1.08 on an annualized basis;
14th consecutive increase
FY 2024
FULL YEAR 2024 VS.
EBITDA - Full year 2025
$540 to 570M
▲6% to ▲12% growth excluding FX
ADJ.
Specialty Engineered Materials
END MARKETS REGIONS
17%
14%13%
Defense
Packaging
Telecom
54%
33%
US & Canada
Europe,
Middle East
Energy
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Avient 2024 regional sales, by end market
US & CANADA
41% of sales
EMEA
35% of sales
ASIA
18% of sales
LATIN AMERICA
6% of sales
22%
Packaging TelecomEnergyDefenseHealthcareBuilding &
TransportationIndustrialConsumer
26%
16%
31%
26%
1%1% 2%
61%
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NON-HYDROCARBON
MATERIALS
HYDROCARBON-BASED
~35% of the raw material basket
including part of “Other raw materials”
are hydrocarbon-based
Raw material basket
16%
4% 4%
Performance
additives
Pigments
TiO2
Dyestuffs
Styrenic block
copolymers
Polypropylene
Nylon
Polyethylene
Other raw
materials
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(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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Broad processing speeds from 25 mm/sec to 75 mm/sec result in outstanding adhesion as shown in
Figure 6.
Furthermore, the material has outstanding
adhesion to Ultramid B3G6 (glass reinforced polyamide 6) as demonstrated in Figure 10 and 11.
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Lexan 141 Cycolac MG38 Cycoloy C2950 Xenoy 5220 Xenoy 1339
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l,
Melt temp: 190°C Melt temp: 200°C Melt temp: 220°C
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emperatures of the TPE. t
285-056 peel adhesion
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Figure 6: GLS 285-056 adhesion values overmolded onto PC, ABS, PC/ABS and PC/PBT over a wide range of injection
peeds. s
285-056 tensile properties: initial & aged after 1 week at 70°C.
2.35
1.60
2.77
2.30
1.66
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Figure 7: Physical property retention of GLS 285-056 after 1week at 70°C.
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Scope of suppty
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KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Excellent lot-to-lot and within-lot consistency for
high-quality homogeneous black shades
• Easy processing and support of a long-lasting
spin pack lifetime
• Fastness properties and specification tolerances
on par with high-end products on the market
• Standard and bluish undertones available
in high pigment loadings for an efficient and
competitive coloration package
• Can be combined with additives into a single
combination concentrate for convenience
• Compliance with global, regional, and local
standards and regulations*
RECOMMENDED USE
• In most cases, the concentrate is added
directly to the resin using gravimetric or
volumetric dosing units; for some processes,
the concentrate can be added via a side stream
extruder (direct spinning)
• The recommended dosages are from 3% for
the typical automotive, technical, and carpet
applications and up to 6% for apparel, footwear,
and home textile yarns
* Contact your local sales representative for more information on
regulatory compliance
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When exposed to a light source for 10 minutes, this
new generation of heat-preservation additives can
provide a temperature increase from 6°C to 12°C for
PET and PA fibers based on different let-down-ratio
and textile structure.
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PolyOne Commodity to Specialty Transformation
• Volume driven,
commodity producer
• Heavily tied to
cyclical end markets
• Performance largely
dependent on non-
controlling joint
ventures
2000-2005 2006 - 2009 2010 – 2014 2015 and beyond
• Steve Newlin
appointed, Chairman,
President and CEO
• New leadership team
appointed
• Implementation of four
pillar strategy
• Focus on value based
selling, investment in
commercial resources
and innovation to drive
transformation
• Substantial EPS growth
from $0.13 to all-time
high of $1.80
• Shift to faster growing,
high margin, less
cyclical end markets
• Key acquisitions propel
current and future
growth, as well as
margin expansion
• Specialty mix expands
to 65% of Operating
Income – strongest mix
of earnings in history
• Accelerating growth
• Deliver consistent
double digit annual
EPS growth
• Maintain >35% vitality
index
• Pursue strategic
acquisitions that
expand specialty
offerings and
geographic breadth
• Invest and grow
current and next
generation talent
PolyOne Corporation Page 5
Building &
10%
Electrical &
11%
9%
Distribution
28%
PP&S
Specialty
52%
69%
13%
7% Asia
2014 Revenues: $3.8 Billion
End Markets
2014 Revenues: $3.8 Billion
PolyOne
At A Glance
$0.12
$0.27 $0.21 $0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
$1.80
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Adjusted EPS
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PolyOne
*Operating Income excludes corporate charges and special items
2%
34% 43%
62%
65% 66%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
2005 2008 2010 2013 2014 YTD 2015 2020
%
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JV's Performance Products & Solutions Distribution Specialty
80%+
Specialty OI $5M $46M $87M $195M $242M $183M
Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation
Transformation
2020
Platinum
Vision
Platinum
Vision
PolyOne Corporation Page 7
Confirmation of Our Strategy
Specialization Globalization
Operational
Excellence
Commercial
Excellence
Driven by our core values of Collaboration, Innovation and Excellence, we are the
world’s premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions
PolyOne Corporation Page 8
2006 YTD 2015 2020
“Where we were” “Where we are” Platinum Vision
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Global Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 17.2% 20%+
Global Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.1% 15.1% 20%+
Designed Structures & Solutions 1.4% (2012) 3.5% 12 – 14%
Performance Products &
Solutions 5.5% 8.1% 10 – 12%
Distribution 2.6% 6.6% 6.5 – 7.5%
2) Specialty Platform % of
Operating Income 6.0% 66% 80%+
3) ROIC 5.0% 11.9% 15%
4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A
24 Consecutive
Quarters of YOY
EPS Growth
Double Digit
Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2020 Goals
PolyOne Corporation Page 9
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
$20
$52
2006 TTM
Research & Development
Spending
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index Progression*
14%
28%
2006 TTM
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
12%
43%
2006 TTM
Specialty Vitality Index Target ≥ 35%
TTM 9/30/15 TTM 9/30/15 TTM 9/30/15
PolyOne Corporation Page 10
Innovation Pipeline Potential
Prototype Frame
Opportunity
Scale-up & Test
Market
Build
Business Case
Commercial
Launch
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
12
4
9
6
1
6
3 7 4
5
6
1
1
7
2
Breakthrough
Platform
Derivative
Number of Projects 12 10 23 19 10 74
Specialty
Addressable Market
($ millions)
- - $1,150 $1,000 $250 $2,400
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Lightweighting with Advanced Composites
Increasing Healthcare Penetration
Innovation Initiatives
Expansion in Consumer Markets
New Market Development
$$$ $$ $
High Temperature Polymers
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Design and Service as a Differentiator
Right Material &
Color
Desired
Product Design
Appropriate
Manufacturing Process
Delivering Concept to
Commercialization
Connecting
the Dots with
iQ Design Labs and
InVisiO Color Design
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Customer First Through World-Class Service
Strengthening relationships through:
Providing LSS services to small/medium sized customers
• Supporting customers who lack their own formal process improvement initiatives
Providing training in Customer Centric Selling Skills with customers’
sales force
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60%
97%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2008 Q3 2015
Pension Funding**
As of September 30, 2015
Debt Maturities & Pension Funding
Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA** = 2.1x
$49
$121
$317
$600
$400
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
2015 2018 2020 2023
Debt Maturities
As of September 30, 2015
($ millions)
Coupon Rate: 7.500% Variable* 7.375% 5.250%
** includes US-qualified pension plans only *Weighted average rate on revolver was 2.49% as of 9/30/15 **TTM 9/30/2015
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Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet
Fund Investment / Shareholder Return
Expanding our sales,
marketing, and
technical capabilities
Investing in operational
and LSS initiatives
~75% of capital
expenditures fund
growth initiatives Organic
Growth
Acquisitions
Share
Repurchases
Dividends
$0.16
$0.20
$0.32
$0.40
$0.48
$0.10
$0.20
$0.30
$0.40
$0.50
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Annual Dividend
Targets that expand
our:
• Specialty offerings
• End market
presence
• Geographic breadth
Synergy opportunities
Adjacent material
solutions
Repurchased nearly
2.4 million shares in Q3
2015
Repurchased 14.8
million shares since
early 2013
5.2 million shares are
available for
repurchase under the
current authorization
$0.24
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The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
Why Invest In PolyOne?
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V I S I O N
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To be the world’s
premier provider of
specialized polymer
materials, services and
solutions
C O R E
V A L U E S
P E R S O N A L
V A L U E S
Honesty IntegrityRespect
Specialization
Commercial
Excellence
Operational
Excellence
Globalization
Collaboration ExcellenceInnovation
To be the world’s
premier provider of
specialized polymer
materials, services
and solutions
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P O L Y O N E
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 3 . 2 B I L L I O N
9%
United States
59%
14%
Latin
America
9%
Canada
PolyOne
Distribution
34%
Performance Products &
Solutions 21%
Specialty
Engineered
Materials
19%
Color
Additives &
Inks 26%
Segment End Market Geography
Building &
Construction
Electrical &
Electronics
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016* 2017*
A D J U S T E D E P S E X P A N S I O N
C O N S E C U T I V E
Y E A R S
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$0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
$1.80
$1.96
$2.06
$2.21
*Pro Forma for sale of DSS
E A R L Y Y E A R S D E F I N E D B Y S P E C I A L T Y
M I X I M P R O V E M E N T
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76%
2005 2017
$5M $280M
+ 25%
+ 33%
Specialty OI
% of Operating Income
Consistently Deliver Double Digit Annual EPS Growth
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI after tax divided by the sum of average debt and equity less cash over a 5 quarter period
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2006 2017 2020
“Where we were” “Where we are” Platinum Vision
ROIC* 5.0% 14.0% 15.0%
Operating Income % of Sales
Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 15.5% 20%+
Specialty Engineered Materials 1.1% 12.5% 20%+
Performance Products &
Solutions 5.5% 10.7% 12-14%
Distribution 2.6% 6.3% 6.5-7.5%
P R O O F O F P E R F O R M A N C E & P L A T I N U M V I S I O N
531
660130
149
504
607
R&D / Technical Marketing Sales
I N V E S T M E N T I N COMMERCIAL RESOURCES D R I V I N G G R O W T H
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Increased commercial headcount
Largest organic revenue growth
since recession
$2.9 $2.9
$3.2
2015 2016 2017
Revenue in billions of $
+ 24%
+ 15%
+ 20%
Total + 10%
Organic + 7%
Free Cash Flow
(In millions)
ROIC*
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$50
$116
$143
$0
$40
$80
$120
$160
$200
2012 2014 2016 2018
10.8%
11.3%
12.9%
11.0%
13.0%
15.0%
2012 2014 2016 2017 2020
Platinum
Vision
$200 - $220
F R E E C A S H F L O W A N D I M P R O V I N G R E T U R N S
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI after tax divided by the sum of average debt and equity less cash over a 5 quarter period
15.0%
$767M
R E T U R N I N G C A S H T O S H A R E H O L D E R S
O V E R $ 9 5 0 M I L L I O N S I N C E 2 0 1 1
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$0
$150
$300
$450
$600
$750
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
$0.16
$0.20
$0.24
$0.32
$0.40
$0.48
$0.58
$0.70
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
3-Year Dividend Plan
Cumulative Share Repurchases
(In millions)
Increasing Annual Dividend
Transformational
Opportunity for Growth
Through M&A
Adjacent
Opportunity for
Growth Through New
Product Pipeline
Core
Customization
3 H O R I Z O N S O F D E V E L O P M E N T
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Incremental
development
from existing
base of
technology
New development
adjacent to current
technology
New technology
development
outside of and with
our current base
Service adjacent
markets and
customers
Create new
markets, target
new customer
needs
Service existing
markets and
customers
Market
Technical
I N N O V A T I O N
Non-Halogen Flame
Retardants
Barrier Technologies
Fiber Colorants
Advanced Composites
Thermoplastic Elastomers
Gordon Composites/
Polystrand – Composites
GLS – Thermoplastic Elastomers
ColorMatrix – Liquid
Color & Additives
I N N O V A T I O N P I P E L I N E
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PrototypeFrame
Opportunity
Scale-up & Test
Market
Build
Business Case
Commercial
Launch
(since 2015)
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
6
2 2
36 5
13
4
6
7
Breakthrough
Platform
Derivative
Number of Projects 33 17 20 15 5 90
Total Addressable Market
($ millions)
- - $800 $1,400 $600 $2,800
F L A M E
R E T A R D A N T
P O L Y M E R S
A D V A N C E D
C O M P O S I T E S
B A R R I E R
M A T E R I A L S
C O L O R A N T
T E C H N O L O G I E S
T H E R M O P L A S T I C
E L A S T O M E R S
A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E
Industrial
Design
IQ DESIGN LABS
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Launched in 2014, IQ Design Labs is our in-house industrial
design team that focuses on material selection and processing
expertise to help with problem solving, enabling our clients to
develop higher performance products.
T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y
Growing leadership position in attractive markets
Innovation, technology and service are differentiators
Capital management is a strength: Record-setting cash generation
to continue for years
Expand ROIC while increasing invested capital
Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline
Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating
organic growth
SEGMENT
HIGHLIGHTS
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C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
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Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
27%
14%
Textiles
Building &
Electrical &
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 8 9 3 M I L L I O N
$4
$25
$104
$139
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
15.5%
16.0%
18.0%
100
110
120
130
140
150
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32%
46%
1%
Mexico
Brazil
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
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Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Composites
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
20%
19%
Electrical &
13%
Building &
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
Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 6 2 4 M I L L I O N
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$21
$57
$78
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
12.5%
28%
48%
22%
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
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Specialty Vinyl
Solutions
Healthcare
Formulations
Smart Device
Materials
Flame Retardant
Polymers
Building &
30%
15%Appliance
Electrical &
1%
Mexico
77%
Latin
America
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 7 2 1 M I L L I O N
$40
$33
$56
$77
4.6%
3.6%
7.2%
10.7%
16.0%
0
100
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D I S T R I B U T I O N
E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S
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23% Healthcare
22%
Electrical &
Building &
$20
$25
$63
$73
2.9%
5.9%
6.3%
1.0%
3.0%
5.0%
7.0%
15
25
35
45
55
65
75
Operating Income & Margin
2017 Revenue | $1.2 Billion
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T A R G E T E N D M A R K E T S &
A P P L I C A T I O N E X A M P L E S
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Thermally Conductive
Chemical Resistant
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural
Sound & Vibration
Management
Roof Systems
Air Management
Electronics and Cameras
Lighting
Exterior / Interior Trim
Braces & Brackets
Fasteners
Seals & Flaps
Target End Markets… Consumer
Thermally Conductive
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Oxygen Scavenger
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified
Target End Markets… Packaging
Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and
prestige perceptions
among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
Luxury Packaging
GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers
Eliminate costs by
increasing pigment density
Enhance color
performance without
altering form and
formulation
Increase design
capabilities by reducing
weight and layer thickness
Optimize Color Usage
OnColorTM Super Concentrates
Inhibit microbial growth
on polymer surfaces
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile
concentrate with the
ability to be incorporated
into a wide variety of
products
Combat Bacteria Formation
WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology
Durable, long-lasting products
stand up to the most aggressive
disinfectants
Minimize environmental stress
cracking and discoloration
One of the broadest medically
approved polymer and colorant
portfolios
Medical Device Housings
Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Color & Design Services
Greater control of color
development and supply chain
Work across entire design
process from concept to
commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors, and
effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high
performance specialty materials
for the recreational and sports &
leisure industry
Well positioned across all
segments to address market
needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant
Solutions
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment
enable greater efficiency and
productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its
associated wastewater treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
Fiber Colorants
High flame retardancy to
meet strict UL standards
Greater processing and
design flexibility
Specialized additives
provide long term color
stability
Diffusive lens materials
improve light dispersion
Smart Home Devices
ResilienceTM Vinyl Solutions
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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Senior management uses comparisons of adjusted net income from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne common shareholders, adjusted earnings per share (EPS)
attributable to PolyOne common shareholders and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) to assess performance and allocate resources
because senior management believes that these measures are useful in understanding current profitability levels and that current levels may serve as a base for future performance.
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If the parties
cannot agree upon and implement such changes within
sixty (60) days after such notice, Seller shall thereupon
have a right to terminate this contract forthwith by
written notice to Buyer.
6.
Either party may suspend performance
hereunder (except to pay for Product already received)
in the event of: (1) acts of God, fire, explosion, flood,
hurricanes; (2) strikes, lockouts or other industrial
disturbances or riots; (3) war, declared or undeclared,
or acts of terrorism; (4) compliance with any Federal,
state, provincial, municipal or military law, regulation,
order, or rule, foreign or domestic, including priority,
rationing, allocation or preemption orders or
regulations, or cancellation of Seller’s or Buyer’s
license to operate its plant; (5) catastrophic failure of
facilities used to manufacture Product, interruption or
shortage of transportation, labor, power, fuel or raw
materials; (6) total or partial shutdown due to Seller’s
normal plant turnaround; or (7) any other cause or
causes of any kind or character reasonably outside the
control of the party failing to perform, whether similar
or dissimilar from the enumerated causes (a “force
majeure”).
Si las partes no
pueden ponerse de acuerdo sobre la implementación de
dichos cambios dentro de los sesenta (60) días siguientes a la
notificación, el Vendedor, por consiguiente, tiene derecho a
terminar este contrato inmediatamente mediante notificación
por escrito al Comprador.
6.