MELDUNGEN WIRTSCHAFT - Der deutsche Chemiekonzern BASF arbeitet offenbar an einer Übernahme von Konkurrent Evonik
lia. /(dpa) Zwischen den deutschen Chemiekonzernen BASF und Evonik finden offenbar wieder Gespräche über eine mögliche Übernahme statt. Das berichten am Freitag (25. 9.) unter anderem die «Financial Times» (FT) und das «Handelsblatt».
Deutsche chemical giant BASF is reportedly in talks to acquire rival firm Evonik, according to recent reports from the Financial Times and the Handelsblatt. BASF, the world's largest chemical company, intends to expand its market reach and product portfolio through the acquisition, in order to navigate the challenging industry landscape, according to a source cited by the Financial Times.
BASF declined to comment on market rumors or speculation when asked about the matter. Evonik and the RAG Foundation, a major shareholder of Evonik, also declined to provide a statement to the Financial Times. The media reports sent Evonik shares soaring by 11 percent to just over 20 euros on Friday afternoon, reaching their highest level since May 2025.
BASF shares corrected upwards by more than 3 percent, hitting their 100-day line. The "Dealreporter" magazine had previously reported about possible interest from BASF in Evonik, and since then, Evonik shares have steadily recovered, now with a significant surge.
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