Global chemicals deals insights: Q2 2018

August 16, 2018

Global chemicals industry deal activity continues to be aided by strong performance of Specialty Chemicals sub-sector, which also recorded most of the megadeals in this quarter. The anticipation of strong cash flow as a result of lower corporate taxes in the US increased investment sentiment of strategic buyers. On the other hand, high valuation multiples, rising interest rates, and geopolitical concerns have kept private equity investors at bay despite record high dry powder.

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