Economics

Today, many plants run on slim profit margins, so best practices and trends highlighting ways to save costs, minimize expenses and reduce overspending are more prudent than ever.

Articles

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Trade War between U.S. and Canada
Head of the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada discusses the potential impact of a trade war with the U.S. and his hopes for the industry’s future.
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Canada-U.S. Tariffs
Industry leaders warn proposed duties could disrupt $60 billion in cross-border chemical commerce and destabilize critical supply chains.
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Expert details impact of new administration on environmental policy, tariffs and manufacturing.
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After years of stagnation, industry anticipates 1.9% output growth driven by investment and easing monetary policy.

News

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Executive report
June 2, 2025
Despite profit forecasts, executives cite structural problems forcing supply chain overhauls and delayed green investments.
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Aerial view Chalampé site
June 2, 2025
The two chemical companies are restructuring core operations to sharpen their focus on green growth and supply chain resilience.
Chevron Slashes Nearly 800 Jobs in Texas' Permian Basin
May 30, 2025
Facing financial pressure, Chevron plans to trim total workforce by 20 percent.
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The Business Side: Chemical Processing
May 28, 2025
Three separate acquisitions across the polymer, specialty chemical and digital services sectors signal continued alignment of capabilities and expansion strategies.
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The business side- chemical processing
April 23, 2025
Strategic agreements, certification milestones and third-party emissions targets highlight recent progress in sustainability, supply chain transformation and advanced materials...
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braided synthetic cables with textile coating on black background
April 15, 2025
Rising demand from mobility, telecom and construction sectors is driving new capacity for polyolefin- and elastomer-based sheathing materials.
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Orange metal storage tanks with sulfuric acid and its formula on tank
April 14, 2025
The acquisition of Cornerstone Chemical Company assets in Louisiana will add capacity to Ecovyst’s Gulf Coast sulfuric acid network.
Alliance for Chemical Distribution personnel announcement
April 11, 2025
Appointment coincides with group’s recent pushback against tariffs.