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Chemical Trends H2 2023: Weak global economic outlook puts pressure on chemical markets

S&P Global Commodity Insights takes a closer look at the trends shaping key chemical markets through the latter half of 2023. Macroeconomic conditions are in focus, as high inflation and interest rates pose a barrier to recovery for chemical commodities after a slow start to the year in many markets due to low demand.

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