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polyethylene
Coverage of polyethylene in the Nexus archive.
- New Dow CEO drives ‘transformation’ back to profitability amid oil market upheaval
Karen Carter became the first woman and Black CEO of Dow Inc., leading a transformation strategy that resulted in a $802 million profit in Q3 despite global supply chain disruptions. Dow's stock dipped slightly due to cautious guidance amid Middle East uncertainties.
- Egypt's 'Garbage City' recyclers reap gains from Iran war plastic squeeze
Egypt's Garbage City recyclers in Manshiyet Nasser are experiencing increased demand for recycled plastic due to supply shortages caused by the US-Israel war on Iran disrupting the Strait of Hormuz. Recyclers like Peter Romany report factories now actively seeking their materials, reversing prior dynamics.