DuPont Rises 2.38% on 134.77% Volume Surge Ranked 157th in Trading Activity

DuPont (DD) rose 2.38% on August 5, 2025, with a trading volume of $690 million, marking a 134.77% surge from the previous day. The stock ranked 157th in trading activity, reflecting renewed investor interest amid strong earnings performance.

The company reported Q2 2025 results, with net sales of $3.3 billion, up 3% year-over-year, driven by 2% organic growth. Operating EBITDA reached $859 million, while adjusted EPS climbed to $1.12, exceeding expectations. CEO Lori Koch highlighted margin expansion in the ElectronicsCo and IndustrialsCo segments, alongside $433 million in transaction-adjusted free cash flow. The firm raised full-year guidance, citing stronger-than-expected Q2 results and strategic progress in its planned spin-off of the electronics business, Qnity, scheduled for November 1.

ElectronicsCo saw 6% organic sales growth, fueled by 8% higher volume, while IndustrialsCo grew 1%. CFO Antonella Franzen projected Q3 net sales of $3.32 billion and operating EBITDA of $875 million, noting sustained demand in healthcare and electronics markets. However, construction sector weakness and a $20 million tariff-related headwind for 2025 were acknowledged in revised forecasts.

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