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BASF and Evonik: Merger talks remain undecided
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01 THE MACHINE READ
WHY IT MATTERS.
Undecided merger talks between two German chemical majors; outcome would reshape European chemicals consolidation.
European chemicals consolidation remains speculative
CATALYST TO WATCH
Formal decision to proceed or abandon talks
MAIN RISK
Talks collapse, leaving overcapacity unresolved
02 THE STORY SO FAR
THE RECORD, IN ORDER.
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03 WHO'S INVOLVED
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