Innophos Holdings, Inc. provided earnings guidance for the first quarter ended March 31, 2017. For the quarter, the company’s sales expected to be similar to fourth quarter of 2016. · Earnings to be affected by $1 million of fees to implement the next phase of operational excellence initiatives, ahead of savings to be realized, which will be more than offset by savings over the course of 2017. Net income expected to be in the range of $10 million to $11 million. Adjusted EBITDA expected to be in the $26 million to $28 million range with a similar margin to the prior year quarter. GAAP diluted EPS estimated at $0.50 and adjusted diluted EPS estimated at $0.52. The company reiterated earnings guidance for the year 2017. For the year, the company’s sales expected to be down 4% versus 2016. Earnings are expected to be broadly in line with 2016, reflecting the impact of management's continued focus on cost actions and productivity initiatives.