Chemicals in 2015

Chemicals produced intentionally and used in industry and consumer market provide desirable functions. Sometimes, the anthropogenic chemicals can also cause environmental problems. What is the trend chemical production and uses over the world in 2015? See the report "World Chemical Outlook" from the Chemical & Engineering News.

• Chemical Outlook 2015 By Region

- U.S.: Feedstock advantage to bring steady growth in 2015
- Europe: Lower oil price eases region’s woes
- Asia: Oversupply and slower growth will hurt profit margins for region’s firms
- Canada: Companies had a great 2014, but they don’t expect a repeat performance
- Middle East: The competitive heat will rise in 2015
- Latin America: Reform may lead to chemical industry growth in the region

• Chemical Outlook 2015 By Market
• - Petrochemicals: Oil Price Decline Doesn’t Faze U.S. Producers
  - Construction: U.S. Outlook Is Rosy For Building Materials
  - Pharmaceuticals: M&A Surge Will Continue In 2015
  - Cleantech: A Pause Ahead For Biobased Industries
  - Electronic Materials: Bright Prospects For Chips And Displays
  - Fine Chemicals: Up From Enthusiasm
  - Instrumentation: Gradual Improvement To Last Another Year
  - Specialties: Economy-Beating Growth Ahead