BASF SE has filed a lawsuit against Duracell, alleging that the battery manufacturer has stolen trade secrets related to lithium ion battery technology.
BASF is undergoing a major restructuring effort, including plans to list its Agricultural Solutions segment and potentially sell parts of its Surface Technologies segment, in a bid to stay competitive and save €1 billion annually by 2027.
BASF is taking a high-stakes gamble with a new chemical plant and the sale of its Brazilian paint business, but the strategy’s success is uncertain and has sparked investor concerns.
BASF’s decision to sell its Brazilian coatings business to Sherwin-Williams has sparked debate over whether it’s a strategic move or a desperate attempt to stay afloat in a rapidly changing market.
FMC Corp’s weak outlook has negatively impacted the stock prices of crop science companies, including BASF and Bayer, due to concerns over agricultural market demand.