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Ancora increases acquisition offer for H.B. Fuller’s building adhesives segment to $1.4Bjust now

Activist investor Ancora increased its unsolicited cash offer for H.B. Fuller’s building adhesives segment to $1.4 billion, claiming the sale would accelerate leverage reduction compared to the firm's recent medical acquisition.

Petkim awards FEED for major cracker, polymers expansion in Turkey5 mins ago

Petkim awarded Technip Energies FEED contracts for a major petrochemical expansion including a 1.2 million metric ton/year ethylene cracker. The project aims to double polymer production capacity pending a final investment decision after feasibility studies conclude in 2027.

Brenntag Partners with DSM-Firmenich on Vitamins4 hours ago

Brenntag SE secured exclusive global distribution rights for DSM-Firmenich's biopharma-grade vitamin portfolio under the new co-brand Byphar. The partnership aims to strengthen availability of critical ingredients for biologics, vaccines, and cell therapies.

Sumitomo Chemical's Carbon Footprint Tool Receives Validation5 hours ago

Sumitomo Chemical received independent validation for its CFP-TOMO carbon footprint tool from TÜV SÜD, confirming compliance with key ISO standards. The tool aims to improve greenhouse gas emission visualization across the chemical supply chain.

PPG Announces 'Country Soil' as 2027 Color of the Year10 hours ago

PPG Industries has selected 'Country Soil' as its 2027 Color of the Year, reflecting a trend toward muted, earthy tones inspired by natural elements like clay and stone for interior and exterior applications.

Westlake Announces Closure of Cologne, Germany PVC Plant Amid Challenging Market Conditions11 hours ago

Westlake Chemical Corporation plans to close its PVC plant in Cologne, Germany by Q1 2027 due to weak demand and high energy costs. The move will incur $205 million in charges but aims to improve European chlorovinyl profitability.

Westlake to Optimize European Chlorovinyls Footprint with Closure of Cologne PVC Plant11 hours ago

Westlake Chemical will close its PVC plant in Cologne, Germany, due to weak demand and high energy costs, aiming to optimize profitability. The closure involves approximately $205 million in pre-tax charges, with operations ending in Q1 2027.

WD-40 Company (NASDAQ:WDFC) Stock Has Consensus Price Target of $305.0013 hours ago

Analysts assign a $305 price target to WD-40 Company following strong Q2 earnings, with EPS of $2.33 beating estimates and revenue growing 24.3% year over year.

Carmaker Stellantis to pause production at French factories over battery shortage14 hours ago

Stellantis announced temporary production pauses at three French plants through late October due to insufficient electric vehicle battery supplies amidst high fleet demand.