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Javier Rivera: May 12, 2020, 12:00:00 AM
The Covid-19 pandemic and the resulting disruption to economies around the world has had a major impact on global synthetic fibers demand – with a...
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Javier Rivera: Apr 17, 2020, 12:00:00 AM
Everything is uncertain and challenges abound for individuals, industries and society at large in the context of today’s COVID-19 pandemic....
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ResourceWise: Mar 31, 2020, 12:00:00 AM
As crude oil and all related markets fell with shocking speed in response to deepening fears over the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the maleic...
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Charles Fryer: Mar 25, 2020, 12:00:00 AM
In the space of 11 weeks we have seen Brent crude oil prices fall from just under $70/bbl to $29/bbl. Lower crude oil prices are generally welcomed...
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Javier Rivera: Mar 16, 2020, 12:00:00 AM
Today’s MEG scenario reflects the different and difficult dynamics that will continue to impact and shape markets in the coming months and years.
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Doris de Guzman: Feb 17, 2020, 12:00:00 AM
The bio-based chemicals industry marks the end of a decade with a roller coaster ride. Only very few start-up companies were able to trudge through...
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ResourceWise: Jan 7, 2020, 12:00:00 AM
Vinyls (and specifically PVC) remain the bright spot amongst chlorine derivatives for US chlor-alkali producers. With exports of PVC accounting for...
