. Asia  Contrary to how the Asian graph reflects lower earnings, busi- ness sentiments are starting to im- prove.  EBITDA and ROCE were weak for the quarter and LTM due to de-consolidation on India PET

-margins HVA businesses, in- tegration into advantaged feedstocks in balanced markets and timely investments in key geogra- phies. As is evident in the graph alongside, earn- ings growth has accelerated