Chemical reaction

Article Abstract:

Malcolm Broomhead became chief executive of Orica, the chemical and explosives company, and quickly stripped $US80 million in costs on September 2001. Orica, reporting a net loss of $193 million, reported a net profit of $214 million a year later, issuing $US185 million of unsecured notes in the United States private placement debt market, with its shares finally closing at $12.48 on October 27, 2003.

Sales, profits & dividends, Executive changes & profiles, Officials and employees, Company sales and earnings, Company earnings/profit

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Green acres

Article Abstract:

Nufarm, the tenth largest crop protection company in the world is expected to reduce its debt with the breaking of drought and the growth in overseas markets. If Nufarm's growth strategy succeeds, then the company could be an attractive takeover for large, global chemical companies.

Methods, Strategic planning (Business), Debt management, Nufarm Ltd.

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Orica chief in a bind

Article Abstract:

Orica chief Malcolm Broomhead has managed to create a huge profit turnaround for the company but now investors are wondering if he can continue to do so.

Financial management, Finance, Investor relations, Company financing

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