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The new edition of our newsletter on transactions in the global chemicals industry glances back at the significant deals that took place in Q1-Q3 2024 and provides further insights on the industry’s market trends.

• Deal activity in the chemicals sector continued its downward trend in the third quarter of 2024, primarily due to macroeconomic uncertainties and capital market volatility.
• In Q1–Q3 2024, domestic deals accounted for over half of M&A transactions, reflecting the chemical firms' focus on acquiring local assets.
• The deal landscape is poised for a significant uptick in technology-focused transactions, driven by strong commitments to sustainability and ESG objectives.
• Further, the expected relaxation in the monetary policies could boost M&A activity in Q4 2024, with strategic buyers pursuing market consolidation, geographical expansion and capability enhancements.
• Private equity deals are also projected to grow as firms look to exit aging portfolio companies.