Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH) has raised concerns over production capacity and cost management at the Chemical Industry Corporation (CIC), despite the corporation posting a 5.98 billion Birr revenue and a 25 percent EBITDA margin in the 2024/25 fiscal year.

Operational growth in CIC’s Batu caustic soda and Dry Rubber divisions drove much of the performance, with production rising by sixty percent and fifty-four percent, respectively. Officials at EIH acknowledged these gains while stressing that capacity limits and efficiency gaps could affect the corporation’s long-term profitability if not addressed.

During the ninth day of the annual performance dialogue, EIH recommended that CIC expand its production capacity and implement stricter cost controls. The review highlighted the importance of sustaining operational efficiency to preserve shareholder returns and strengthen market positioning.