Capstone Headwaters has published its September 2020 Chemicals Coverage Report, available for download below. Weakened downstream chemicals demand among Automotive, Construction, and General Industrial markets were partially offset by steady demand for synthetic materials for non-wovens in personal protective equipment, disinfectants, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverage ingredients. Global merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the industry fell 3.6% year-over-year (YOY) through July, with a notable slowdown in May. However, several notable deals in June and July indicate buyers are returning to the table, albeit with tightened criteria and valuation expectations.

Report contents include:

• Industry and M&A Outlook
• COVID-19 Impacts
• Segment Highlight
• Oil & Gas Impact on Feedstocks
• Notable Transactions
• Select Transactions
• Public Company Data
• Report Contributors
• Firm Track Record

To learn more about our Chemicals report or Capstone’s advisory services, please contact David Bench or Doug Usifer.

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