Munich, Germany – Wacker Chemie AG has lowered its full-year outlook due to ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, which it says has resulted in weak demand in many segments.

Zibo, China – Chinese silicones manufacturer Shandong Dongyue Organosilicon Materials Co. has confirmed a fire on 20 July in its “Phase III synthesis line, bed B”, which it said is part of its ...

Tokyo – Natural rubber futures have remained firm, driven by a mix of fresh speculative buying and short covering, according to Japan Exchange Group (JPX). Prices strengthened over the week ended 18 ...