In this episode of The Chemical Show, host Victoria Meyer interviews Kevin Yttre, Managing Director at Grace Matthews, an investment bank that exclusively focuses on the chemicals and materials industries, assisting with mergers, acquisitions, and capital raises. Kevin shares valuable insights about the world of M&A, explaining M&A strategies, the role of ESG credentials, recent slowdowns in the industry, success factors in transactions, and much more.

Topics you can expect to learn more about in this episode:

• The Role of Investment Banking in M&A
• Influence of current economic environment on M&A Activity in Chemicals and Materials
• Historical and current multiples in chemicals M&A
• M&A strategies for chemicals and materials companies
• Advice for buyers and sellers today
• The role of Sustainability and ESG in transactions today

Join Victoria and Kevin as they delve into the world of M&A transactions and discover the critical factors to consider when buying or selling a business in the chemicals and materials industry.

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