How the industry operates
Article Abstract:
The various industry characteristics that influence the American chemical industry, such as its, cyclical nature, aggregate capital spending, energy consumption, distribution methods and government regulation, are discussed. An analysis on different kinds of basic chemicals, that includes organic, inorganic and paints and coatings, their demand, annual capacity and usage, are also statistically discussed.
Publication Name: Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys: Chemicals
Subject: Chemicals, plastics and rubber industries
ISSN: 0196-4666
Year: 2005
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How the industry operates
Article Abstract:
The nature of the chemical industry, its mode of functioning is discussed. Capital investments in this industry are very high, as addition of a new facility would cost several millions. The distribution methods play a key role in this industry. An analysis of the two broad categories of chemicals, inorganic chemicals and specialty chemicals and their subcategories is also discussed.
Publication Name: Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys: Chemicals
Subject: Chemicals, plastics and rubber industries
ISSN: 0196-4666
Year: 2005
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Industry trends
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A brief overview on the performance of chemical industry in United States is presented. The effect of globalization and raising oil prices on the industry is analyzed.
Publication Name: Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys: Chemicals
Subject: Chemicals, plastics and rubber industries
ISSN: 0196-4666
Year: 2006
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