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Dow is considering exiting its $20 billion chemical partnership with Saudi Aramco amid industry downturns and regional conflicts. Aramco may acquire Dow's 35% stake in the Sadara Chemical joint ventur
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission proposes removing the ALARA radiation exposure requirement following an executive order to expand nuclear power, a move supported by Dow and others to replace ambi
India targets a $1 trillion chemical industry by 2040, backed by government policies on industrial parks and tax incentives. Despite support from global majors like BASF and Dow, challenges persist re
Dow process R&D technologist Jake Remacle received the 2026 ACS National Chemical Technical Professional Award, recognizing his technical achievements and contributions to quality and safety within th
Dow reported blowout second-quarter results with sales and product prices rising 20%, while pretax operating earnings jumped nearly 230% to $2.3 billion, driven by geopolitical price surges and cost-c
AkzoNobel faces a new takeover bid and ARPA-H launches a rare disease initiative, while Dow outlines AI-driven cost reductions and layoffs during its earnings call amidst regional geopolitical tension
Major chemical companies including Shin-Etsu, Shintech, and Dow are accelerating investments in high-value sectors such as rare earth refining, PVC expansion, and specialty silicones, alongside carbon
Cefic reports EU chemical production dropped 3.2% in Q1 2026 due to soaring energy costs and weak demand, leading major players like BASF and Dow to slash capacity and jobs amidst hollowing-out risks.
A freight forwarder warns Strait of Hormuz traffic could take months to normalize, prolonging elevated chemical and plastic prices. Industry leaders from LyondellBasell and Dow concur, highlighting si
US HDPE contract margins reached record highs driven by high oil prices from the Strait of Hormuz closure, while ethane feedstock costs remained stable. Dow raised its Q2 operating EBITDA guidance to
Dow raised Q2 operating EBITDA guidance by 10% to $2.2 billion, citing supply disruptions in polyethylene and polyurethane chemicals amid Middle East tensions and seasonal demand spikes.
High energy costs and Asian competition threaten Germany's chemical sector with disorderly decline, triggering major closures like Dow's Böhlen cracker. Industry leaders warn uncoordinated restructuri
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission completed its environmental review of Dow's application to build a four-unit nuclear plant in Texas using an environmental assessment. This approval advances Dow's
Sadara Chemical reported a widened Q1 net loss of SR 1.62 billion due to lower sales volumes and prices caused by operational disruptions. The Aramco-Dow joint venture expects sufficient funds to meet
Dow expects pretax profits to more than double in Q2 as US petrochemical facilities capitalize on high international prices caused by Middle East war disruptions.
Dow Inc. CEO Jim Fitterling warns that Middle East conflicts will cause petrochemical supply disruptions persisting through 2026, impacting global plastics markets and pricing despite robust demand fo
Dow, Exxon, and rivals are hiking plastic resin prices amid Middle East conflict disrupting key oil shipping routes. Polyethylene costs have more than doubled since the war began, with recovery expect
Iranian media reported major strikes on Saudi Arabia's Jubail petrochemical hub involving SABIC and Dow, while Saudi officials confirmed missile interceptions near energy sites. Israel also claimed an
On March 23, Dow launched its Automotive Intelligent Platform in Shanghai, focusing on silicone materials for smart vehicles and thermal management. The initiative aims to accelerate R&D for the Chine
Dow and LyondellBasell CEOs warn the Hormuz Strait blockade has shut down significant capacity and will permanently reshape the market. They anticipate lasting strategic shifts in feedstock sourcing a
Dow CEO Jim Fitterling estimates 250-275 days to clear shipping backlogs after the Strait of Hormuz reopens, impacting Middle East petrochemical exports. Ethylene arbitrage between the US and Asia has
Major chemical firms including Dow, Lanxess, Evonik, and Clariant unveiled new personal care ingredients at PCHi 2026 in Hangzhou. Innovations span silicone gel agents, preservatives, and bio-active c
Rising oil prices driven by Middle East conflicts have prompted analysts to upgrade earnings forecasts for US ethylene producers like Dow and LyondellBasell. Market tightening and supply disruptions a
Dow declared force majeure on its Jubail ethanolamines plant due to logistics limitations from regional instability. The facility has a nameplate capacity of 200,000 metric tons annually.
Dow Inc. reported a Q4 adjusted loss per share of 34 cents, beating estimates of a 51-cent loss, while maintaining stable volumes and margins amidst cost-cutting initiatives.
Dow has postponed its Path2Zero initiative until late 2029 to align with an industry upturn, with the project cost rising to $7.5 billion.
Dow Inc. announced a transformation plan aiming for $2 billion earnings expansion by 2028, including 4,500 job cuts to streamline operations and reset its cost structure.
Dow's Q4 net loss widened due to price declines and lower operating rates, with sales revenue falling 9% year-on-year. The firm launched a 'Transform to Outperform' program targeting $2 billion in add
Dow plans to cut 4,500 jobs under a $2 billion AI-driven streamlining program while advancing its Canadian low-carbon ethylene cracker project. The chemical giant reported a 7% sales drop and a $657 m
Evonik, Dow, Arkema, and other chemical firms received the 2026 China Top Employer certification. The award highlights their achievements in talent strategy, diversity, and employee welfare initiative
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