Core Insights - BASF SE is adapting its testing methods for eMobility applications to meet the increasing demands for ageing resistance in plastics, shifting from air-heat tests to hydrolysis storage to evaluate ageing in water-glycol mixtures [1][7] - The service life requirements for eMobility applications have significantly increased, with operating temperatures needing to be maintained for 45,000-55,000 hours compared to the 5,000 hours typical for conventional combustion engine components [2] - BASF's Ultramid polyamide material has shown promising results, with properties extrapolated to over 100,000 hours after five years of testing, meeting automotive performance and safety requirements [4][7] Company Performance - BASFY stock has increased by 13.9% over the past year, contrasting with a 21.2% decline in the industry [4] - BASFY currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), indicating a neutral outlook [6] - In comparison, other companies in the Basic Materials sector, such as Agnico Eagle Mines Limited and Kinross Gold Corporation, have higher Zacks Ranks of 1 (Strong Buy) [6][8]