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Sasol has commenced beneficial operations at its restarted paraffin plant in Italy, lifting force majeure on key feedstocks such as DETAL LAB and LAS. This action restores supply reliability for downs
Sasol reported a 3% year-over-year decline in chemical sales volumes for Q1 FY2027 as Middle East conflict-driven demand moderated, while revenue rose 11% to $2.22 billion. Supply was impacted by forc
Bank of America reports African corporate hard-currency bond sales hit a five-year high, with issuers like Sasol and First Quantum Minerals benefiting from improved credit quality.
The CW75 index fell 0.16% weekly, outperforming global benchmarks, while Sasol shares reached a new 52-week high driven by Middle East geopolitical tensions.
The CW75 index fell 2.37% last week amid broader equity declines, though Sasol shares surged significantly during the trading period.
Business leaders warn South Africa faces a critical gas shortage as Sasol’s Mozambique supplies dwindle by 2030. Industries including food processing and glass manufacturing face investment delays and
The CW75 index fell 1.06% this week, underperforming global benchmarks, while Sasol shares surged to levels not seen recently.
Sasol reported a 47% year-over-year increase in international chemicals EBITDA for 2026 and forecasts earnings of $450–600 million for 2027, citing value-over-volume strategies amidst market oversuppl
Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi urged higher jet-fuel inventory levels after a Natref refinery outage, citing Iran war risks. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources proposed mandatory reserves, whil
Sasol reported a 17% profit surge driven by high oil prices boosting its coal-to-liquid fuel division amidst geopolitical conflict. Production at its Secunda hub reached five-year highs while the firm
A study links Sasol’s Secunda plant to 1,000 annual pollution-related deaths, citing $1 billion in economic damage. Findings highlight severe health impacts and lax emission standards compared to glob
South African airlines face potential jet-fuel shortages following technical issues at Sasol's Natref refinery. Carriers are implementing contingency plans including tankering adjustments and alternat
Sasol reported record earnings driven by soaring fuel prices, leveraging coal-to-liquids capacity to bolster South Africa's energy security. Facing environmental scrutiny, the company plans renewable
Sasol raised its full-year EBITDA forecast due to higher prices driven by Middle East supply shocks on n-paraffins and LAB. Additionally, the company will restart a mothballed Italian n-paraffin plant
Sasol anticipates beating earnings guidance for its International Chemicals unit due to higher prices and plans to restart an Italian facility by late 2026 amid tightening global n-paraffin supply.
Sasol and Topsoe are restructuring their SAF partnership by closing their 2023 joint venture, Zafra, and focusing on technical licensing. This shift signals an industry trend toward distributed capaci
Sasol announced a €60 million capacity expansion for its high-performance alumina facility in Brunsbüttel, Germany, expected by 2029. This move aims to bolster European catalyst supply chains and impr
Sasol invests €60 million to expand high-performance alumina production at its Brunsbüttel facility, targeting beneficial operation around 2029 to strengthen its supply of spherical alumina supports f
Recent chemical safety accidents in the US have raised concerns, including a fatal tank rupture at a Washington paper mill killing eight and a methyl methacrylate leak in California forcing evacuation
Sasol's stock doubled amid rising oil prices, yet analysts express skepticism due to carbon liabilities and feedstock depletion risks. Major downgrades highlight concerns over the long-term viability
Trafigura is among three companies bidding for a 36.36% stake in Sasol's Natref refinery following Prax Group's administration. The asset is South Africa's only inland crude oil plant.
Sasol's chemicals division posted mixed Q3 results amidst volatile feedstock costs and geopolitical disruptions, prioritizing margin defense over volume growth.
Sasol reported declining chemical sales in H2 2025 due to market weakness and plant outages, though it maintains full-year profit guidance. Regional performance diverged as Eurasia grew while Americas
Sasol maintains earnings outlook despite sales dipping due to lower average selling prices in the Americas and Africa, while its Eurasia business saw a 14% price uptick.
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