Chemicals: a basic industry
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United States chemical companies expected to benefit from globalization include Eastman Chemical Co., which reports that international trade accounts for 40% of its sales. Mergers of petroleum chemicals companies are also described. The chemical industry is making sincere efforts to reduce releases of toxic wastes.
Publication Name: Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys: Chemicals
Subject: Chemicals, plastics and rubber industries
ISSN: 0196-4666
Year: 2001
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Disappointment likely in 2001
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The chemical industry's net income increased during the first three quarters of 2000, compared to 1999. However, financial results fell in the last quarter and are expected to continue decreasing in 2001. Information is included on the production of ethylene, plastics and chlor-alkalis.
Publication Name: Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys: Chemicals
Subject: Chemicals, plastics and rubber industries
ISSN: 0196-4666
Year: 2001
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Chemicals: basic
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An industry profile and the environment of the basic chemicals industry as of July, 30, 1998 is presented, along with a comparative company analysis in statistical form, composite industry data, and industry references.
Publication Name: Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys: Chemicals
Subject: Chemicals, plastics and rubber industries
ISSN: 0196-4666
Year: 1998
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