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The Dow products and technologies recognized by the Edison Awards deliver breakthroughs ranging from safer healthcare materials and advanced manufacturing analytics to digital platforms supporting infrastructure planning, highlighting Dow’s continued focus on science based innovation.

Parker-Hannifin Corp. reported higher sales and record profitability in its fiscal 2026 third quarter, driven by strong demand in its aerospace and industrial businesses and continued margin expansion and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $2.00 per share of common stock to shareholders of record as of May 8, 2026.

PPG announced that Yaqi Wo, PPG head of product management and strategic initiatives, Packaging Coatings, Americas, has received the 2026 Woman of Distinction in Science award from the Girl Scouts of Western Pennsylvania. The award honors women demonstrating excellence in leadership in their respective fields and for serving as role models to girl scouts.

LANXESS remains one of the most sustainable companies in the chemical industry. In the latest Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index, the specialty chemicals company ranks first in Europe in the “Chemicals” category and fifth worldwide. LANXESS achieved particularly strong results in the areas of climate strategy, water, human rights, and product stewardship.

RPM International Inc. announced the appointment of Thomas C. Gentile, III to its board of directors, effective immediately. This appointment expands the board to 13 members and reflects RPM’s ongoing commitment to expanding the expertise and leadership capabilities of its board as the company continues to drive long-term growth and shareholder value.

The Executive Board of Semperit AG Holding is addressing what they consider to be the key arguments for and against accepting the voluntary take-over offer made by B&C Holding Österreich GmbH. The aim is to provide shareholders with a framework to guide their individual decision-making. The Executive Board refrains from making a definitive recommendation regarding whether to accept or reject the offer. The Supervisory Board concurs with this statement.

Pirelli is reinforcing its long-term commitment to the United States with a key step in its product and industrial strategy. The Georgia plant, already dedicated to the most technologically advanced products for the U.S. market—both in the High-Value segment and in Motorsport—will be further enhanced by the production of connected tires featuring Cyber™ Tyre technology. This development highlights the strategic importance of the U.S. for Pirelli’s global growth roadmap, strengthening the company’s integrated industrial and technological presence in the country.

Wacker Chemie AG reported stronger first-quarter earnings Tuesday despite lower sales, as cost-cutting measures and accelerated customer orders tied to geopolitical uncertainty boosted profitability.

The German chemical company said first-quarter sales fell 5% year over year to 1.41 billion euros, primarily due to unfavorable exchange-rate effects. Sales, however, increased 12% from the previous quarter.

Danvers, MA – MAXAM Tire announced the appointment of Chris Rhoades as Zone Sales Director – North, further strengthening the

Palm Beach Gardens, FL – TBC Corporation (“TBC”) announced the promotion of Greg Ortega to Chief Purchasing Officer. In this