Akzo Nobel Paints Rosy Midterm Picture Despite Current Hit From Drab Markets, FX Drags

Core Viewpoint - The paint maker is targeting increased profitability in the medium term despite facing challenges from weak markets and the impact of a stronger euro on last year's earnings [1] Group 1 - The company aims for rising profitability over the medium term [1] - Last year's earnings were negatively affected by weak markets [1] - A stronger euro contributed to the decline in earnings [1]