The State of Chemicals M&A with Kevin Yttre of Grace Matthews - Ep 196

The Chemical Show: Business Conversations with Top Executives in Chemicals & Materials Industry

Reflecting on the state of mergers and acquisitions in the chemicals and materials industries for 2024 and looking ahead to 2025, Kevin Yttre, President and Managing Director at Grace Matthews, joins host Victoria Meyer on The Chemical Show. Following recent supply chain disruptions and unpredictable business performance, Kevin shares his insights on the improved conditions that have led to increased deal activity and optimism for the future. Emphasizing the importance of steady-state performance for valuation, they discuss the evolving competitive landscape, including heightened interest from private equity and international firms.

Victoria and Kevin discuss the increasing sophistication of M&A processes, underscoring the necessity for thorough due diligence and strategic preparation. They explore the ongoing interest from international companies, the influence of private equity in driving competition, and the external factors impacting market stability. Kevin also provides career advice on transitioning into investment banking, highlighting the pivotal role of an MBA and other pathways within the industry. This episode offers valuable insights into the current and future trends in the chemicals and materials sector's mergers and acquisitions landscape, setting the stage for what's to come in 2025.

Join us to learn more about the following topics this week:

• Observations and assessments on chemicals and materials M&A activity in 2024
• Valuation trends in 2024: The current methodologies and commonly used markers for chemical businesses
• Analyzing the current competitive landscape through private equity activity and the availability of capital
• Critical factors in M&A in 2025
• Leadership and career pathways in M&A

Killer Quote: "Predictability in company performance is key to easier valuation and transaction processes in M&A. Surprises are rarely welcome in this field—steady-state performance is what truly drives value." -- Kevin Yttre

Other links:

Download: 10 Leadership Lessons for Chemical Executives

Download: 7 Trends Shaping the Future of the Chemical Industry

Ep 106: Insights to M&A in Chemical and Materials Industry with Kevin Yttre

Grace Matthews Newsletter: Momentum Building into 2025: Strategies for M&A Success (Winter 2024)

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