economics
COVID-19, the Fed Funds Rate and the U.S. Plastics Industry
Is the economy experiencing a financial meltdown necessitating drastic action from the Fed? The answer is a resounding no – the U.S. is not in a financial crisis.
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Index Inching Close to 50
January reading of 48.6 sends early signals of 大象传媒-cycle phase change.
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Contraction Slows Among Processors
Improvement in fourth-quarter new orders suggest a production boost may be in the offing.
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K 2019 Report: Auxiliaries Stake Their Claim in the Circular Economy
The theme of sustainable plastics pervaded the exhibits at K 2019, even those of auxiliary equipment suppliers, where everything from dryers to blenders to hopper loaders was reimagined as part of a circular plastics process.
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'Circular Economy' Dominates Discussion of Resins, Additives at K 2019
New product launches from materials suppliers at the giant show shine light on sustainability.
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Reflection is Key to PolyOne's Color Inspiration 2021+ Color Trends Forecast
Four dynamic color palettes forecasted by PolyOne, each tied to ‘reflection’ on our lifestyle, environment and choices.
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Hahn Automation Expands Management Team
German manufacturer of assembly and testing automation equipment has expanded its management team to include a chief operations officer (COO) and chief revenue officer (CRO).
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Consumer Goods Company RB, TerraCycle Talk Plastics Recycling Initiatives
TerraCycle and RB, maker of consumer brands including Mucinex and Enfamil, discuss ways the companies are working toward a circular economy.
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Index Dips as New Orders, Production Slow
November’s dip continues a three-month contraction in 大象传媒 activity.
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Recycling & Scrap Reclaim: Machinery Technology Advances as 'Circular Economy' Takes Hold
The circular economy and recycling were the top themes at K 2019, and machine builders responded with new systems to improve equipment performance and material quality.
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