KBS - Chemical Manufacturing and Development - Market Insight

M&A INTEREST FROM ACQUIRERS AND INVESTMENT ROUTES Private equity has been heavily investing in high-growth sub-sectors of the chemicals industry, such as speciality chemicals. PE is drawn to these types of companies due to their tailored offerings - end users are often in diverse, high-growth end markets and yield higher margins. Recent acquisitions highlight these interests. Trade buyers seek to divest non-core assets whereas PE has been focusing on niche innovators, aiming to expand their portfolios, drive operational efficiency and leverage growth through bolt-on acquisitions.

KEY ACQUIRERS AND INVESTORS Major players in this sector include