Paint and coatings company Valspar said on Sunday it had agreed to acquire Australian paint maker Wattyl Ltd for about A$142 million and also assume its existing debt. The deal will help Valspar build on its presence in the Asia Pacific region and presents new opportunities for growth, Valspar said. It is subject to approval by shareholders and regulatory authorities.
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Compelling solutions through strategic partnerships
Merck to acquire the chromatography business of JSR Life Sciences, a leading provider of CDMO services, preclinical and translational clinical research, and bioprocessing solutions.
The German Chemical Industry Association (VCI) welcomes the fact that Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and US President Donald Trump have averted the danger of a trade war for the time being.
Building on the April 2025 announcement, Dow will take actions across its three operating segments to support European profitability, resulting in the closure of sites in Germany and the UK.
