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Olin Flags $40 Million Plant Outage Hit, Huntsman Merger Synergies in Q2 Results

Olin Corp (OLN) reported mixed Q2 2026 results, with a $40 million EBITDA penalty from an unplanned VCM plant shutdown, and anticipates a further $20 million impact in Q3. Despite strong performance in its Epoxy business and Winchester ammunition, geopolitical volatility and significant Shintech …

[U.S. Equities] Dow Inc. rose for a second consecutive session, gaining 276 points, led by Amazon; Nasdaq also advanced (31st).

The Dow Inc. experienced a second consecutive session of gains, rising 276 points, primarily driven by Amazon's strong performance. The Nasdaq also advanced during the same trading session.

OLN Maintained by Mizuho -- Price Target Raised to $24

Mizuho has maintained a Neutral rating for Olin (OLN) and increased its price target from $23.00 to $24.00, suggesting cautious optimism despite previous analyst adjustments. While GuruFocus assesses OLN as 60.3% undervalued with a GF Value™ of $46.17, its current unprofitability and a high …

Earnings call transcript: Olin misses Q2 2026 estimates as shares sink 17%

Olin Corp. reported a wider-than-expected second-quarter loss and weaker revenue, causing its shares to fall 17%. The company missed Wall Street's forecasts for both profit and sales, attributing the poor performance to volatile chemical markets, an unplanned plant outage, and litigation-related cash outflows. Despite …

Olin Corp stock hits 52-week low at 18.07 USD

Olin Corp (OLN) stock has fallen to a 52-week low of $18.07, currently trading at $18.06, despite a 21% one-year total return. The company reported a negative EPS of -$1.62 over the last twelve months and disappointing Q2 2026 results with a larger-than-expected loss …

[U.S. Equities] Dow Inc traded sideways, up $5; Nasdaq higher (as of morning, 31st)

Dow Inc (DOW) saw its stock price rise by $5, indicating a sideways trading pattern. The Nasdaq composite also experienced gains during morning trading on the 31st.

Braskem (NYSE: BAK) details Q2 2026 production shifts across key regions

Braskem S.A. released its preliminary Q2 2026 operational update, highlighting a volatile macroeconomic environment driven by Middle East conflict and rising oil and naphtha costs. The report details regional production and sales shifts, including stable petrochemical cracker utilization in Brazil/South America but decreased resin …

Brazil's Braskem, LBDS launch bio-acetone platform

Braskem and Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits (LBDS) have launched an innovative bio-acetone production platform for US corn-ethanol facilities. This technology allows ethanol producers to generate bio-acetone as a co-product, creating a new revenue stream and offering a 100% renewable, drop-in alternative to fossil-based …

AdvanSix Inc (ASIX) Financial Health: Profitability & Balance Sheet Analysis

The article provides a financial health analysis of AdvanSix Inc (ASIX), indicating a weak financial status and average operating efficiency, with a current financial score of 6.28. The company reported a 6.99% year-over-year increase in quarterly revenue and a significant 166.60% increase in net …

Braskem Clarifies Status of Debt Talks and Court-Backed Mediation

Braskem SA has clarified the status of its debt negotiations and court-backed mediation, stating that discussions with creditors involve non-binding proposals, including potential capitalization and asset pledges. The company obtained precautionary court relief in São Paulo, staying enforcement actions for 60 days to allow …

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc (RYAM) Institutional Confidence

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc (RYAM) has an institutional shareholding score of 7.00, placing it 28th out of 65 in the Chemicals industry. The institutional shareholding proportion has increased by 15.52% quarter-over-quarter, reaching 77.83%. James Simons is the largest institutional shareholder, holding 2.41% of outstanding …

AdvanSix Inc (ASIX) Technical Analysis: Support, Resistance, Indicators & Moving Averages

This article provides a technical analysis of AdvanSix Inc (ASIX), detailing its price momentum score, support and resistance levels, and various technical indicators and moving averages. As of July 31, 2026, the stock's price momentum score is 3.34, with the stock trading between a …

Olin Corporation 2026 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation (NYSE:OLN) 2026-07-31

Olin Corporation's Q2 2026 earnings were significantly impacted by geopolitical conflict and supply chain disruptions, alongside an unplanned VCM shutdown. The company is pursuing a merger with Huntsman to create a $12 billion chemical leader with $400 million in synergies, while also focusing on …

Huntsman (NYSE:HUN) Releases Earnings Results, Misses Estimates By $0.26 EPS

Huntsman Corporation 2026 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation (NYSE:HUN) 2026-07-31

LSB Industries Inc (LXU) (Q2 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Record Adjusted EBITDA and ...

LSB Industries Inc. reported record Adjusted EBITDA of $53 million for Q2 2026, a 40% increase from the previous year, with a trailing 12-month Adjusted EBITDA of $200 million. The company successfully completed complex turnarounds at its El Dorado and Pryor facilities, leading to …

Huntsman (NYSE: HUN) outlines Olin merger milestones and $400M+ synergy target

Huntsman Corporation is progressing with its planned merger of equals with Olin Corporation, having completed key milestones such as signing the merger agreement, securing SEC effectiveness of the Form S-4 registration statement, and mailing definitive joint proxy materials for stockholder meetings on August 25, …

Olin and Huntsman (HUN) target $12B+ all-stock merger with $400M synergies

Olin Corporation and Huntsman Corporation are pursuing an all-stock merger of equals, aiming to create a $12B+ North American chemicals leader with over $400M in targeted cost synergies. The transaction, announced on June 16, 2026, is expected to close in the first half of …

Huntsman posts Q2 2026 revenue $1.663B, adjusted EBITDA $120M, net loss $6M

Huntsman (HUN) reported Q2 2026 revenue of $1.663 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $120 million, with a net loss of $6 million. The company saw revenue growth across all segments due to higher selling prices and volumes, and made progress on its merger of …

Huntsman Announces Second Quarter 2026 Earnings

Huntsman Corporation reported its second quarter 2026 financial results, showing a significant improvement with a net loss attributable to Huntsman of $6 million, compared to a $158 million loss in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA increased to $120 million from $74 million in 2025, …

Huntsman: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Huntsman Corp. reported a Q2 loss of $6 million, or 3 cents per share, adjusted for non-recurring costs. The chemical company's revenue of $1.66 billion surpassed Street forecasts. Analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research had predicted earnings of 6 cents per share on revenue …

Huntsman Announces Third Quarter 2026 Common Dividend

Huntsman Corporation announced a cash dividend of $0.0875 per share on its common stock for the third quarter of 2026. The dividend is scheduled to be paid on September 30, 2026, to shareholders who are on record as of September 15, 2026. Huntsman is …

Huntsman Sets Sept. 30 Payment for $0.0875 Cash Dividend

Huntsman (NYSE: HUN) announced a cash dividend of $0.0875 per share on its common stock for the third quarter of 2026. This dividend is payable on September 30, 2026, to stockholders of record as of September 15, 2026. The company, a global manufacturer of …

[U.S. Equities] Dow Inc rebounds sharply, rising 613 points; Nasdaq posts first gain in seven days (30th) ☆ Revised

Dow Inc. experienced a significant rebound, gaining 613 points, while the Nasdaq Composite recorded its first positive day in seven sessions. This strong performance indicates a recovery in the U.S. equities market.

LSB INDUSTRIES, INC. Q2 2026: Revenue $168.1M, EPS $(0.09) — 10-Q Summary

LSB Industries Inc. reported its second-quarter 2026 results with an increase in revenue to $168.1 million from $151.3 million year-over-year. Despite the revenue growth, the company posted a net loss of $6.19 million, or diluted EPS of $(0.09), a decline from a net income …

LSB Industries Number of Employees 2026 | Employee Count & Headcount Data

LSB Industries, Inc. (LXU) has approximately 526 employees worldwide as of March 2026, representing a 3.7% growth from 2023. The company, headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is actively hiring with 34 job postings in 2026, a 42.9% increase from 2025. While the average salary …

LSB Industries (NYSE: LXU) posts Q2 2026 loss on $28.8M turnarounds

LSB Industries (NYSE: LXU) reported a net loss of $6.2 million for Q2 2026, primarily due to $28.8 million in planned turnaround expenses at its El Dorado and Pryor facilities, despite a rise in net sales to $168.1 million. Adjusted EBITDA increased to $53.1 …

Analysts Offer Insights on Materials Companies: Dow Inc (DOW), Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) and Valterra Platinum Limited (OtherAGPPF)

Analysts from Alembic Global, Bank of America Securities, and RBC Capital have provided fresh insights on key materials companies. Dow Inc (DOW) received a Buy rating with a $40 price target, Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) was reiterated as a Hold with a $380 price target, …

Dow Inc. stock underperforms Thursday when compared to competitors

Dow Inc. (DOW) shares fell by 1.18% to $30.09 on Thursday, despite a generally favorable trading session for the broader stock market. The S&P 500 Index and the Dow Jones Industrial Average both saw gains, indicating that Dow Inc. underperformed its competitors. This decline …

[U.S. Equities] Dow Inc rebounded, rising $318; Nasdaq also higher (as of morning, 30th)

The U.S. stock market saw the Dow Jones Industrial Average rebound, with Dow Inc. increasing by $318. The Nasdaq Composite also recorded gains during morning trading on the 30th. This indicates a positive start to the trading day for the broader market.

Braskem moves closer to judicial reorganization as debt talks fail again

Braskem is nearing a judicial reorganization as debt talks with creditors have again failed to reach an agreement for its R$50 billion debt. The petrochemical giant needs approval from one-third of its creditors for a restructuring plan, but a group of bondholders who bought …

Lsb Industries (NYSE:LXU) Shares Gap Down on Disappointing Earnings

Lsb Industries (NYSE:LXU) shares gapped down following a disappointing earnings announcement. The company reported a quarterly loss of $0.09 per share, missing analyst expectations, despite revenue exceeding estimates. Analysts maintain a "Hold" rating, and recent insider sales have further impacted sentiment.

ASP Isotopes to Present at Canaccord Genuity Growth Conference Aug 12

ASP Isotopes (ASPI) will present at Canaccord Genuity's 46th Annual Growth Conference on August 12, 2026. Chief Commercial Officer Viktor Petkov will deliver the company presentation, which will also be available via live audio webcast on the company's investor relations website. The press release …

ASP Isotopes' Aug. 12 presentation will be webcast live

ASP Isotopes (NASDAQ: ASPI) announced that its Chief Commercial Officer, Viktor Petkov, will present at Canaccord Genuity’s 46th Annual Growth Conference on August 12, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. ET. A live webcast and replay of the presentation, focusing on the company's proprietary Aerodynamic Separation …

Valhi (VHI) Expected to Release Quarterly Earnings on Thursday

Valhi (VHI) is scheduled to release its Q2 2026 earnings after market close on Thursday, August 6th, with analysts forecasting earnings of $0.956 per share and revenue of $559.7 million. This follows a previous quarter where the company significantly missed expectations with earnings of …

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc (RYAM) Financial Health: Profitability & Balance Sheet Analysis

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc (RYAM) has a current financial score of 6.51, ranking 47th out of 65 in the Chemicals industry, indicating robust financial status but average operating efficiency. The company's latest quarterly revenue decreased by 10.37% year-over-year to $319.06 million, and its net …