LafargeHolcim (XSWX:LHN), the largest cement maker in the world, was the largest contributor to performance for the quarter, returning 30%. Shares reacted positively to news that LafargeHolcim agreed to sell Lafarge India for approximately $1.4B with proceeds going to pay down debt. We are impressed with the progress management has made on defining and implementing true synergies following the merger. Additionally, second quarter results exceeded expectations and illustrated Europe’s improving pricing environment. Management reaffirmed its 2016 outlook as well as its commitment to targets set for 2018.
From Bill Nygren (Trades, Portfolio) and David Herro (Trades, Portfolio)'s Oakmark Global Select Fund third quarter 2016 commentary.
