Readers Most Interested in Dow and DuPont’s Merger News
Dow and DuPont’s announcement about combining into one company received the most reader interest last week.
The Dow Chemical Co. and DuPont announced that their boards of directors unanimously approved a definitive agreement under which the companies will combine in an all-stock merger of equals. The combined company will be named DowDuPont and will reportedly have a combined market capitalization of approximately $130 billion. DowDuPont will spin off into three independent and publicly traded companies, reportedly within18-24 months following the closing of the merger.
The new companies will reportedly include a leading global pure-play agriculture company; a leading global pure-play material science company; and a leading technology and innovation-driven specialty products company. Each business will reportedly have clear focus, an appropriate capital structure, a distinct and compelling investment thesis, scale advantages, and focused investments in innovation.
Top 5 News that Sticks for December 13-19
1. Dow, DuPont to Combine in “Merger of Equals”
2. Bostik Opens Production Facility and Training Center
3. California Hot-Melt Adhesives Market to See Modest
