In its World Economic Outlook report, the International Monetary Fund noted that although global economic growth may have plateaued, it remains on much more solid footing today versus earlier in the decade, and expects global GDP growth to reach 3.7 % in 2019 despite geopolitical tensions, trade disputes and rising interest rates. While Oerlikon is aware of potential risks and headwinds in the global economy, the Group is optimistic that its leading technologies and solutions, global footprint and strong market positions will enable it to continue delivering growth, particularly in its surface solutions business. In 2018, Oerlikon successfully increased business globally and in the countries in which it operates. Oerlikon is currently focusing on strengthening its business in eight countries.
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152 Surface Solutions Segment
10 Manmade Fibers Segment
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44 Surface Solutions Segment
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44 in the Americas
52 in Asia
79 in Europe