3 Diversified Chemical Stocks to Watch Amid Industry Headwinds

Sluggish demand in key end markets and softness in Europe and China have put a dent in the Zacks Chemicals Diversified industry. DOW, DD and MEOH are poised to navigate the industry challenges.

Zacks Investment Research • 20 hours ago

Here's Why You Should Hold DOW Stock in Your Portfolio for Now

DOW's growth investments, cost-saving initiatives and strong cash flow support its outlook, despite weak demand and cost pressures.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 10, 2026

2 Chemical Giants Cut Their Dividends. This Third Stock Kept Raising

Overcapacity, Middle East turmoil, and shaky margins have forced some chemical makers to shrink the checks they send shareholders. Retirees chasing yield in this sector face one question: whose payout is built on cash flow, and whose still carries risk?

24/7 Wall Street • Nov 9, 2026

Dow, X-energy Proposed SMR Project Receives Historic Construction Permit for Nuclear-Powered Industrial Site

Construction Permit issuance completes NRC Safety and Environmental reviews Proposed four-unit Xe-100 plant at Dow's Seadrift site would be the first advanced nuclear facility to power an industrial site in the United States Historic milestone achieved under U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program ROCKVILLE, Md., Nov. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- X-Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: XE) (“X-energy” or “the Company”), a leading developer of advanced nuclear reactors and fuel technology, and Dow (NYSE: DOW) through its wholly-owned subsidiary Long Mott Energy, LLC (“Dow”) today announced that the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (“NRC”) has approved the Construction Permit Application (“CPA”) for the proposed construction of four Xe-100 advanced small modular reactors at Dow's UCC Seadrift Operations site in Texas.

GlobeNewsWire • Nov 9, 2026

Dow Launches DOWSIL IE-5619 Emulsion for Textile Industry

DOW launches DOWSIL IE-5619 Emulsion, offering durable water and oil repellency without fluorinated chemistry while preserving fabric softness and breathability.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 29, 2026

Are Your Dividends Safe? 4 Yields That Are High for the Wrong Reason

Some of the fattest dividend yields on the market right now come from stocks that have already cut their payouts once, and three more may be quietly building toward the same moment.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 29, 2026

These High-Yield Dividend Stocks Are Flashing the Same Warning Signs Before a Cut

Campbell's and Dow both flashed the same red flags before slashing their payouts, and six consumer stocks sitting in income portfolios right now are showing those exact same warning signs.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 28, 2026

Here's Why Dow Inc. (DOW) is a Strong Value Stock

Wondering how to pick strong, market-beating stocks for your investment portfolio? Look no further than the Zacks Style Scores.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 27, 2026

Dow Cut Its Dividend in Half. Is the New Payout Finally Safe?

Dow slashed its quarterly payout by 50% as cash flow collapsed and debt climbed past $19 billion. Now that operating cash has rebounded, the real question is whether shareholders or creditors collect first.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 26, 2026

Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Basic Materials Stocks Now

Why investors should use the Zacks Earnings ESP tool to help find stocks that are poised to top quarterly earnings estimates.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 26, 2026