Germany's chemical industry association VCI said chemical production is likely to decline again this year; adds while higher prices could support sales, margins will remain under pressure

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Germany's chemical industry association VCI said chemical production is likely to decline again this year; adds while higher prices could support sales, margins will remain under pressure

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VCI said there was no turnaround in the sector at the start of the year.

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