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Univar Solutions USA LLC expanded its partnership with Dow (NYSE: DOW) to distribute Dow's SupraCare cleaning ingredients in North America. The agreement aims to enhance access to high-performance cleaning products, benefiting formulators and customers in the homecare and industrial cleaning markets. Both companies emphasize innovation, sustainability, and market growth.

Dow Inc. (DOW) is considering selling its 35% stake in Sadara Chemical, a $20 billion joint venture with Saudi Aramco, to reduce financial pressure. As of June 30, Dow had a negative investment balance of $793 million in Sadara. The venture has faced operational disruptions and financial obligations, making it a burden for Dow. A sale could improve Dow's cash flow and align with its portfolio restructuring goals.

ICIS ranked BASF as the top chemical company in 2025 with $70.0 billion in sales, followed by Sinopec ($66.3 billion), ExxonMobil ($53.4 billion), PetroChina ($42.1 billion), and Dow ($40.0 billion). Total operating profits for the top 100 chemical companies fell 47.3% in 2025, with net profits down 81.9%. ICIS predicts a margin recovery in 2026 due to supply shortages.

Dow Inc. (DOW) shares fell 2.06% to $29.03, underperforming the broader market. The company is expected to report Q2 EPS of $0.78 (up 510.53% YoY) and revenue of $11.22B (up 12.52% YoY). Analysts have lowered EPS estimates by 3.59% in the past month. DOW trades at a Forward P/E of 12.26 and PEG of 0.38, below industry averages.

Dow Inc. officer Marco ten Bruggencate plans to sell 16,184 shares, valued at $482,150.55, on or after September 10, 2026. The shares were acquired between October 2024 and February 2026 via employee stock plans and restricted stock vesting.

A Floodlight investigation found that the chemical industry has backed laws in Louisiana, Kentucky, and Ohio to restrict the use of low-cost air sensors for regulatory enforcement, requiring data only from EPA-approved equipment. These laws have been opposed by community groups and individuals affected by air pollution, with some filing lawsuits. The decline in federal funding has reduced the number of government air monitors by nearly half over two decades, leaving many US counties without publ

Dow Inc. is considering selling its 35% stake in the $20 billion Sadara Chemical Co. joint venture with Saudi Aramco, as part of portfolio restructuring amid a chemicals industry downturn. Aramco may buy Dow's stake, or other investors could bid. No final decision has been made, and discussions are confidential.

ChemTreat, a Veralto company, was chosen by Dow as a preferred service provider in Ohio for its Coolant Care Network, supporting data center liquid cooling systems. ChemTreat services over 200 data center sites and has been involved in water treatment for the U.S. Department of Energy. Dow's fluids and technical support will be available to ChemTreat customers in Ohio.

Dow and Univar Solutions signed a long-term agreement to distribute Decarbia low-carbon products globally. Dow appointed Raoul Meys Oliveira as Director of LCA, Carbon Accounting & Monetization. The products will carry verified carbon footprint certificates. Oliveira will focus on creating value from low-carbon products and strengthening carbon data for customers. The agreement aims to expand access to low-carbon materials and support corporate sustainability goals.

Dow (DOW) yields 4.45% after halving its dividend, with Q2 2026 sales up 20%. U.S. Bancorp (USB) yields 3.33%, with Q2 EPS up 22%. Target (TGT) continues 50-year dividend streak, with digital comps up 9% and Marketplace GMV up 40%. All trade at forward P/E multiples at or below trailing multiples.