AkzoNobel reported its Q3 2014 results. Operating income increased 11% to €335 million due to improvement actions and lower restructuring charges. Revenue declined 2% due to currency effects and divestments offsetting 1% volume growth. Return on sales improved to 9.1% from 8% in Q3 2013. All business areas saw continued impact from fragile economic conditions with Decorative Paints revenue down 8% and Performance Coatings flat. Specialty Chemicals operating income rose 46% due to cost control despite 1% lower revenue. AkzoNobel is on track to meet its 2015 targets despite economic challenges.