Value-Add(itive): The Digest’s Multi-Slide Guide to the Lanxess-Chemtura merger

In Germany, we reported today that Lanxess will acquire the US-based speciality chemical maker Chemtura, one of the major global providers of high-quality flame retardant and lubricant additives, for $2.69B, a 18.9% premium to the stock’s current share price.

What does it mean for Lanxess and for Chemtura? The companies offered this illuminative presentation deck on the steps, the impact, and the rationale.