EQS Post-admission Duties announcement: BASF SE / Share buybackBASF SE: Release of a capital market information 15.12.2025 / 16:25 CET/CESTDissemination of a Post-admission Duties announcement transmitted by EQS News - a service of EQS Group.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Disclosure according to art. 5 para. 1 lit. b) and para. 3 of the Regulation (EU) no. 596/2014 in connection with art. 2 para. 2 and para. 3 of the Delegated Regulation (EU) no. 2016/1052Share buyback ...

Footprint Optimization - The company is shutting down three North American chlorovinyl plants and exiting the styrene business due to unfavorable market conditions and high costs[2, 5] - These closures are expected to improve annual EBITDA by approximately $100 million and generate free cash flow savings of around $175 million in 2026[2, 9] - The company anticipates one-time charges of about $415 million in 4Q'25, including a $357 million non-cash accelerated depreciation, amortization, and asset write-off charge[9] - The shutdown includes the following capacity reductions: 825 million lbs of Chlorine (11% of WLK global capacity), 910 million lbs of VCM (11% of WLK global capacity), 1,000 million lbs of PVC (15% of WLK global capacity), and 570 million lbs of Styrene (100% of WLK global capacity)[5] Profitability Improvement Plan - The company's Profitability Improvement Plan aims to restore PEM's Return on Investment to an appropriate level[4] - The plan is expected to generate approximately $600 million per year of EBITDA uplift starting in 2026, with each of the three pillars contributing around $200 million[9, 10, 12] - The footprint optimization efforts, including North American chlorovinyls and styrene closures, are projected to contribute $100 million to the $200 million total from Footprint Optimization[10] - The plan has an expected payback period of less than one year on the $58 million cash costs required for execution[2, 9]

Dow Inc. (NYSE:DOW) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer expressed thoughts on. A caller asked if the stock is a buy, sell, or hold. In response, Cramer said: “No, I’ll tell you why. It had a nice bounce off the cut. It could have another point or two, but that’s all. I don’t want you to play for just a point. I want you to play for the enchilada.” Photo by Artem Podrez on Pexels Dow Inc. (NYSE:DOW) develops chemical and material products used in packaging, construction, transportation, and consumer indust ...

BATESVILLE, Ark., Dec. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FutureFuel Corp. (NYSE: FF) ("FutureFuel”), a manufacturer of custom and performance chemicals and biofuels, today announced that it has declared its first quarter 2026 dividend, normal cash dividend of U.S. $0.06 per share, payable to shareholders of record on March 4, 2026. The dividend will be paid on March 18, 2026 FutureFuel also extended its previously authorized share repurchase program of up to $25 million for an additional 24 months to expire in M ...

LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE:LYB) is included among the 15 Dividend Stocks Paying 4%+ Yield in 2025. Fermium Research Downgrades LyondellBasell (LYB) to Hold, Keeps $50 Target On December 3, Fermium Research downgraded LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE:LYB) to Hold from Buy and maintained a $50 price target. LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE:LYB) isn’t performing well in 2025 as the stock is down by over 40% since the start of the year. Higher input costs, weak demand for its products, and ...

Dow Inc. (NYSE:DOW) is included among the 15 Dividend Stocks Paying 4%+ Yield in 2025. Citi Highlights Weakening Polyethylene Market, Trims DOW Price Target On November 19, Citi reduced the firm’s price target on Dow Inc. (NYSE:DOW) to $23 from $25 and maintained a Neutral rating on the shares. The firm also lowered its estimates for other chemical companies due to price discounting in polyethylene. It noted that these discounts point to weakening demand and a negative outlook for PE-exposed companies in ...

Core Viewpoint - Air Products & Chemicals is set to collaborate with Yara International to enhance ammonia production and distribution capabilities [1] Group 1: Company Overview - Air Products & Chemicals is focusing on expanding its operations in the ammonia sector through a strategic partnership with Yara International [1] - Yara International is recognized for its expertise in agricultural products and solutions, which complements Air Products' industrial gas production [1] Group 2: Industry Implications - The partnership aims to leverage both companies' strengths to meet the growing demand for ammonia in various applications, including fertilizers and clean energy [1] - This collaboration is expected to contribute to advancements in sustainable ammonia production methods, aligning with global trends towards greener technologies [1]

COMPANY CONTACT:FutureFuel Corp.Roeland Polet(314) 854-8352www.futurefuelcorporation.com BATESVILLE, Ark., Dec. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FutureFuel Corp. (NYSE: FF) (“FutureFuel” or the “Company”), a manufacturer of custom and performance chemicals and biofuels, announced today that effective as of December 4, 2025 (the “Effective Date”), the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of FutureFuel Corp. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board to nine members and the Company appointed Roeland Polet, the C ...

Core Insights - Kevlar® EXO™ is being developed for hard armor applications, including helmets and ballistic plate inserts, enhancing performance through superior impact resistance and energy absorption [1][3] - The material serves as a reinforcement within composite structures in hard armor, improving structural integrity and energy dispersion [2] - The expansion into hard armor follows the success of Kevlar® EXO™ in soft armor applications, with a focus on lightweight strength and impact resistance across various industries [3][4] Company Overview - DuPont is a global innovation leader providing advanced solutions across key markets such as healthcare, water, construction, and transportation [5] - TYR Tactical® is a leading manufacturer of tactical gear and equipment for military and law enforcement, committed to high standards of product quality [6]

LSB (LXU) appears an attractive pick given a noticeable improvement in the company's earnings outlook. The stock has been a strong performer lately, and the momentum might continue with analysts still raising their earnings estimates for the company.The rising trend in estimate revisions, which is a result of growing analyst optimism on the earnings prospects of this chemical maker, should get reflected in its stock price. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings e ...