C&EN’s World Chemical Outlook

Last year was a baptism by fire for business and government leaders around the world as they adjusted to the US presidency of Donald J. Trump and other global upheavals. Be it mountainous tariffs, sudden deregulation, or rapidly shifting government preferences on electric vehicles, leaders ultimately found a way to move ahead. This year promises to be just as tumultuous. Read on for C&EN’s take on how 15 key countries, industries, and policy realms will fare in 2026.