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Hextar Global Faces Profit Squeeze as Chemicals Demand Slows

Hextar Global 2Q profit down 17% on lower specialty chemicals demand The Breakdown Hextar Global Bhd, a significant player in agrochemicals, specialty chemicals, and fertilizers, reported a 16.8% decline in second-quarter net profit, attributed primarily to substantially weaker demand in its specialty chemicals segment. While the agricultural division registered some

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AI, Cloud, and Sustainability Disrupt Chemical DCS Market

Chemical Industry Distributed Control System Market Size, Trends The Breakdown As the chemical sector aggressively pivots toward advanced automation, the global market for Distributed Control Systems (DCS) is projected to reach $8.17 billion by 2033, growing at a 4.6% CAGR. This expansion is propelled by the rapid adoption of Industry

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Asia Pacific MS Polymers: Supply Strains Amid Green Demand Surge

Asia Pacific Extruded MS Polymer Market Size and Share, 2033 The Breakdown The Asia Pacific extruded MS (moisture-curing silane-terminated) polymer market is entering a decisive growth stage, projected to reach nearly USD 94 million by 2033 at a CAGR of 6.6%. As preference shifts away from traditional polyurethane and silicone-based

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Industrial Boiler Market Faces Shakeup Amid New Entrants

U.S. Industrial Boiler Market Size, Forecast 2025-2034 The Breakdown The U.S. industrial boiler market is characterized by a dense concentration of established players such as AERCO, Babcock & Wilcox, Bosch Industriekessel, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and others. These organizations bring scale, technology, and well-developed distribution footprints to a sector critical for

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Top SIP Equity Funds Outpace Peers: 3–5 Yr Return Gap Widens

MarketClarity Insight: Navigating Performance and Receptivity in Dynamic Capital Market Solutions The Breakdown Recent market data in the Indian mutual fund landscape highlights a sustained surge in returns across major equity funds, many spanning flexible, value, and small/mid-cap strategies. Over a three- and five-year horizon, several funds are consistently delivering

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Trump’s India Tariffs Trigger $8B Export Crisis, Mass Job Risk

How U.S. tariffs threaten Indian exports from textiles to jewelry The Breakdown In August 2025, the United States imposed sweeping tariffs on Indian exports—including textiles, apparel, gems, jewelry, chemicals, auto parts, and more—following the collapse of trade negotiations. Over 50% duties now impact many product categories, jeopardizing up to $8

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Sustainability, M&A Reshape $102B Construction Chemicals Market

Construction Chemicals Market Forecast Report 2025 The Breakdown The construction chemicals market is projected to grow from $82.5 billion in 2025 to nearly $102 billion by 2030, outpacing many adjacent sectors at a 4.3% CAGR. This momentum stems from accelerating global demand for high-performance, sustainable building solutions and ongoing innovation

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Japan’s Vinyl Acetate Imports Surge Amid export collapse

Japan’s Vinyl Acetate Polymers Market to Exhibit 1.5% CAGR Growth, Reaching 4.2K Tons by 2035 – News and Statistics The Breakdown The Japanese market for vinyl acetate polymers in primary forms (excluding aqueous dispersion) is on a steady upward trajectory, with consumption projected to rise at a 1.5% CAGR and

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EU Industry Faces CO₂ Cost Surge—Capture Tech Now Critical

Carbon capture technologies lead the charge against climate change The Breakdown Industrial greenhouse gas emissions face escalating scrutiny as both regulatory and market forces intensify for climate neutrality. Newly piloted carbon capture systems in heavy industry, particularly in mining, refining, and cement production, signal a step change in addressing process

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