Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market was valued at US$ 125.91 Mn in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 153.81 Mn by 2030, at a CAGR of 2.9% during the forecast period. The report includes an analysis of the impact of COVID-19 lockdown on the revenue of market leaders, followers, and disruptors. Since the lockdown was implemented differently in various regions and countries; the impact of the same is also seen differently by regions and segments. The report has covered the current short-term and long-term impact on the market, and it would help the decision-makers to prepare the outline and strategies for companies by region.To know about the Research Methodology:-Request Free Sample Report The objective of the report is to present a comprehensive assessment of the market and contains thoughtful insights, facts, historical data, industry-validated market data, and projections with a suitable set of assumptions and methodology. The report also helps in understanding Specialty Polystyrene Resin market dynamics, structure by identifying and analyzing the market segments and project the global market size. Further, the report also focuses on competitive analysis of key players by product, price, financial position, product portfolio, growth strategies, and regional presence. The report also provides PEST analysis, PORTER’s analysis, SWOT analysis to address questions of shareholders to prioritizing the efforts and investment in near future to emerging segment in Specialty Polystyrene Resin market. Polystyrene is a synthetic aromatic polymer that can be rigid, foamed or an integral part of a copolymer. Copolymers include systems such as high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), which have wide use due to their improved impact resistance. Polystyrene resins are clear, brittle, inexpensive, thermoplastic with low melting points, the latter of which makes the polymer uniquely suited to the precision molding of small parts (such as plastic cutlery) as well as vacuum forming. The major driving factors behind the Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market are the increasing demand for protection from end-use industries such as packaging, building & construction, healthcare, and electrical & electronics. Emphasis on the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and strict government regulations on the construction of energy-efficient buildings with better insulation properties are expected to drive the demand for specialty polystyrene resin. Based on the function, the protection segment is expected to account for the largest share of the Specialty Polystyrene Resin market. It is likely to continue its dominance throughout the forecast period due to its increasing demand from industries such as automotive and building & construction. Specialty polystyrene resin includes tensile, bending absorbing impact, sudden force, load-bearing, and others which are mostly needed in industries. Specialty polystyrene resin also used in the packaging application is made up of material types such as PS, PU, PO, and others including PVDF and PVC. Specialty polystyrene resin is lightweight, composed of individual cells of low-density PS, and has a high strength-to-weight ratio because its cells are not cross-linked, making them the perfect material for the protection function.Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Segment Analysis:
Based on the application, the protective packaging application is expected to account for the largest share of the Specialty polystyrene resin market during the forecast period. It is one of the finest packaging options for any high-value heavy products and industrial products, which are entirely protected and safe from transportation and handling risks. Specialty polystyrene resin packaging used in various products such as breakable pharmaceutical products, electronic components, electrical consumer goods, toys, and horticultural or garden products. These products reach consumers in perfect condition because of their specialty polystyrene resin packaging. Specialty polystyrene resin-based packaging is cost-efficient, versatile, effective, and is easy to handle as it has no sharp edges or staples. Specialty polystyrene resin-based packaging foam adjusts to combined production systems. It can also protect sophisticated machinery from any damage.Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Regional Analysis:
Geographically, the Asia Pacific Specialty polystyrene resin market is anticipated to grow at a high CAGR during the forecast period. Asia Pacific region has emerged as the leading consumer and producer of specialty polystyrene resin. The growth of the specialty polystyrene resin market is primarily driven by the increasing use of plastic packaging for better performance in emerging economies such as India, China, the Middle East, Thailand, Indonesia, Brazil, and Argentina. China continues to hold the largest market share in the Asia Pacific as well as globally. The easy availability of low-cost labor and economical & accessible raw materials are driving foreign investments, which are increasing the production of specialty polystyrene resin in the region. The North American and European specialty polystyrene resin products are appreciated for their high quality, and they enjoy significant brand recognition over many Asian products.Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market, Key Highlights:
• Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market analysis and forecast, in terms of value. • Comprehensive study and analysis of market drivers, restraints and opportunities influencing the growth of the Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market • Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market segmentation on the basis of type, source, end-user, and region (country-wise) has been provided. • Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market strategic analysis with respect to individual growth trends, future prospects along with the contribution of various sub-market stakeholders have been considered under the scope of study. • Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market analysis and forecast for five major regions namely North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa (MEA) and Latin America along with country-wise segmentation. • Profiles of key industry players, their strategic perspective, market positioning and analysis of core competencies are further profiled. • Competitive developments, investments, strategic expansion and competitive landscape of the key players operating in the Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market are also profiled.Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Scope: Inquire before buying
Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Report Coverage Details Base Year: 2023 Forecast Period: 2024-2030 Historical Data: 2018 to 2023 Market Size in 2023: US $ 125.91 Mn. Forecast Period 2024 to 2030 CAGR: 2.9% Market Size in 2030: US $ 153.81 Mn. Segments Covered: by Application 1. Protective Packaging 2. Building & Construction 3. Automotive & Transportation 4. Electronics 5. Healthcare Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market, by Region
North America (United States, Canada and Mexico) Europe (UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Austria and Rest of Europe) Asia Pacific (China, South Korea, Japan, India, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Taiwan, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Rest of APAC) Middle East and Africa (South Africa, GCC, Egypt, Nigeria and Rest of ME&A) South America (Brazil, Argentina Rest of South America)Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market : Key Players
1. Sekisui Plastics Co., Ltd. 2. NOVA Chemicals Corporation 3. Synthos 4. BASF SE 5. SUNPOR KUNSTSTOFF GmbH 6. Atlas EPS 7. VERSALIS 8. SABIC 9. LG Chem, Ltd 10. BEWiSynbra Group AB 11. Samsung Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd 12. Total S.A. 13. Trinseo 14. Eastman Chemical Company 15. StyroChem 16. JACKON Insulation GmbH Frequently Asked Questions: 1. Which region has the largest share in Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market? Ans: Asia Pacific region holds the highest share in 2023. 2. What is the growth rate of Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market? Ans: The Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market is growing at a CAGR of 2.9% during forecasting period 2024-2030. 3. What is scope of the Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin market report? Ans: Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market report helps with the PESTEL, PORTER, COVID-19 Impact analysis, Recommendations for Investors & Leaders, and market estimation of the forecast period. 4. Who are the key players in Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin market? Ans: The important key players in the Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market are – Sekisui Plastics Co., Ltd., NOVA Chemicals Corporation, Synthos, BASF SE, SUNPOR KUNSTSTOFF GmbH, Atlas EPS, VERSALIS, SABIC, LG Chem, Ltd, BEWiSynbra Group AB, Samsung Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd, Total S.A., Trinseo, Eastman Chemical Company, StyroChem, and JACKON Insulation GmbH 5. What is the study period of this market? Ans: The Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market is studied from 2023 to 2030.
1. Preface 1.1. Report Scope and Market Segmentation 1.2. Research Highlights 1.3. Research Objectives 2. Research Methodology and Assumptions 2.1. Report Assumptions 2.2. Abbreviations 2.3. Research Methodology 2.3.1. Secondary Research 2.3.1.1. Secondary data 2.3.1.2. Secondary Sources 2.3.2. Primary Research 2.3.2.1. Data from Primary Sources 2.3.2.2. Breakdown of Primary Sources 3. Executive Summary: Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Size, by Market Volume (Units) And Market Value (US$ Mn) 4. Market Overview 4.1. Introduction 4.2. Market Dynamics 4.2.1. Drivers 4.2.2. Restraints 4.2.3. Opportunities 4.2.4. Challenges 4.3. Porter’s Analysis 4.4. Value Chain Analysis 4.5. Market Risk Analysis 4.6. SWOT Analysis 4.7. Industry Trends and Emerging Technologies 5. Supply Side And Demand Side Indicators 6. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis and Forecast 6.1. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis and Forecast 6.2. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Size& Y-o-Y Growth Analysis 6.2.1. North America 6.2.2. Europe 6.2.3. Asia Pacific 6.2.4. Middle East & Africa 6.2.5. South America 7. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis and Forecast, by Function 7.1. Introduction and Definition 7.2. Key Findings 7.3. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Function 7.4. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Function 7.5. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Function 8. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis and Forecast, by Application 8.1. Introduction and Definition 8.2. Key Findings 8.3. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Application 8.4. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Application 8.5. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Application 9. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis, by Region 9.1. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Size (US$ Mn) Forecast, by Region 9.2. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Region 9.3. Global Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Region 10. North America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis 10.1. North America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Overview 10.2. North America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Function 10.3. North America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 10.3.1. Protection 10.3.2. Insulation 10.3.3. Cushioning 10.3.4. Others 10.4. North America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Application 10.5. North America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 10.5.1. Protective Packaging 10.5.2. Building & Construction 10.5.3. Automotive & Transportation 10.5.4. Electronics 10.5.5. Healthcare 10.6. North America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Country 10.7. North America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Country 10.7.1. U.S. 10.7.2. Canada 10.8. U.S. Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 10.8.1. Protection 10.8.2. Insulation 10.8.3. Cushioning 10.8.4. Others 10.9. U.S. Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 10.9.1. Protective Packaging 10.9.2. Building & Construction 10.9.3. Automotive & Transportation 10.9.4. Electronics 10.9.5. Healthcare 10.10. Canada Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 10.10.1. Protection 10.10.2. Insulation 10.10.3. Cushioning 10.10.4. Others 10.11. Canada Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 10.11.1. Protective Packaging 10.11.2. Building & Construction 10.11.3. Automotive & Transportation 10.11.4. Electronics 10.11.5. Healthcare 10.12. North America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Attractiveness Analysis 10.12.1. By Function 10.12.2. By Application 10.13. PEST Analysis 10.14. Key Trends 10.15. Key Developments 11. Europe Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis 11.1. Key Findings 11.2. Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Overview 11.3. Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Function 11.4. Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 11.4.1. Protection 11.4.2. Insulation 11.4.3. Cushioning 11.4.4. Others 11.5. Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Application 11.6. Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 11.6.1. Protective Packaging 11.6.2. Building & Construction 11.6.3. Automotive & Transportation 11.6.4. Electronics 11.6.5. Healthcare 11.7. Europe Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Country 11.7.1. Germany 11.7.2. U.K. 11.7.3. France 11.7.4. Italy 11.7.5. Spain 11.7.6. Rest of Europe 11.8. Europe Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis, by Country/ Sub-region 11.9. Germany Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 11.9.1. Protection 11.9.2. Insulation 11.9.3. Cushioning 11.9.4. Others 11.10. Germany Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 11.10.1. Protective Packaging 11.10.2. Building & Construction 11.10.3. Automotive & Transportation 11.10.4. Electronics 11.10.5. Healthcare 11.11. U.K. Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 11.11.1. Protection 11.11.2. Insulation 11.11.3. Cushioning 11.11.4. Others 11.12. U.K. Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 11.12.1. Protective Packaging 11.12.2. Building & Construction 11.12.3. Automotive & Transportation 11.12.4. Electronics 11.12.5. Healthcare 11.13. France Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 11.13.1. Protection 11.13.2. Insulation 11.13.3. Cushioning 11.13.4. Others 11.14. France Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 11.14.1. Protective Packaging 11.14.2. Building & Construction 11.14.3. Automotive & Transportation 11.14.4. Electronics 11.14.5. Healthcare 11.15. Italy Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 11.15.1. Protection 11.15.2. Insulation 11.15.3. Cushioning 11.15.4. Others 11.16. Italy Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 11.16.1. Protective Packaging 11.16.2. Building & Construction 11.16.3. Automotive & Transportation 11.16.4. Electronics 11.16.5. Healthcare 11.17. Spain Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 11.17.1. Protection 11.17.2. Insulation 11.17.3. Cushioning 11.17.4. Others 11.18. Spain Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 11.18.1. Protective Packaging 11.18.2. Building & Construction 11.18.3. Automotive & Transportation 11.18.4. Electronics 11.18.5. Healthcare 11.19. Rest of Europe Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 11.19.1. Protection 11.19.2. Insulation 11.19.3. Cushioning 11.19.4. Others 11.20. Rest of Europe Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 11.20.1. Protective Packaging 11.20.2. Building & Construction 11.20.3. Automotive & Transportation 11.20.4. Electronics 11.20.5. Healthcare 11.21. Europe Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Attractiveness Analysis 11.21.1. By Function 11.21.2. By Application 11.22. PEST Analysis 11.23. Key Trends 11.24. Key Developments 12. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis 12.1. Key Findings 12.2. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Overview 12.3. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Function 12.4. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 12.4.1. Protection 12.4.2. Insulation 12.4.3. Cushioning 12.4.4. Others 12.5. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Application 12.6. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 12.6.1. Protective Packaging 12.6.2. Building & Construction 12.6.3. Automotive & Transportation 12.6.4. Electronics 12.6.5. Healthcare 12.7. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Country 12.8. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Country 12.8.1. China 12.8.2. India 12.8.3. Japan 12.8.4. ASEAN 12.8.5. Rest of Asia Pacific. 12.9. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis, by Country/ Sub-region 12.10. China Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 12.10.1. Protection 12.10.2. Insulation 12.10.3. Cushioning 12.10.4. Others 12.11. China Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 12.11.1. Protective Packaging 12.11.2. Building & Construction 12.11.3. Automotive & Transportation 12.11.4. Electronics 12.11.5. Healthcare 12.12. India Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 12.12.1. Protection 12.12.2. Insulation 12.12.3. Cushioning 12.12.4. Others 12.13. India Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 12.13.1. Protective Packaging 12.13.2. Building & Construction 12.13.3. Automotive & Transportation 12.13.4. Electronics 12.13.5. Healthcare 12.14. Japan Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 12.14.1. Protection 12.14.2. Insulation 12.14.3. Cushioning 12.14.4. Others 12.15. Japan Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 12.15.1. Protective Packaging 12.15.2. Building & Construction 12.15.3. Automotive & Transportation 12.15.4. Electronics 12.15.5. Healthcare 12.16. ASEAN Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 12.16.1. Protection 12.16.2. Insulation 12.16.3. Cushioning 12.16.4. Others 12.17. ASEAN Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 12.17.1. Protective Packaging 12.17.2. Building & Construction 12.17.3. Automotive & Transportation 12.17.4. Electronics 12.17.5. Healthcare 12.18. Rest of Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 12.18.1. Protection 12.18.2. Insulation 12.18.3. Cushioning 12.18.4. Others 12.19. Rest of Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 12.19.1. Protective Packaging 12.19.2. Building & Construction 12.19.3. Automotive & Transportation 12.19.4. Electronics 12.19.5. Healthcare 12.20. Asia Pacific Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Attractiveness Analysis 12.20.1. By Function 12.20.2. By Application 12.21. PEST Analysis 12.22. Key Trends 12.23. Key Developments 13. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis 13.1. Key Findings 13.2. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Overview 13.3. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Function 13.4. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 13.4.1. Protection 13.4.2. Insulation 13.4.3. Cushioning 13.4.4. Others 13.5. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Application 13.6. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 13.6.1. Protective Packaging 13.6.2. Building & Construction 13.6.3. Automotive & Transportation 13.6.4. Electronics 13.6.5. Healthcare 13.7. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Country 13.8. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Country 13.8.1. GCC 13.8.2. South Africa 13.8.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa 13.9. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis, by Country/ Sub-region 13.10. GCC Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 13.10.1. Protection 13.10.2. Insulation 13.10.3. Cushioning 13.10.4. Others 13.11. GCC Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 13.11.1. Protective Packaging 13.11.2. Building & Construction 13.11.3. Automotive & Transportation 13.11.4. Electronics 13.11.5. Healthcare 13.12. South Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 13.12.1. Protection 13.12.2. Insulation 13.12.3. Cushioning 13.12.4. Others 13.13. South Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 13.13.1. Protective Packaging 13.13.2. Building & Construction 13.13.3. Automotive & Transportation 13.13.4. Electronics 13.13.5. Healthcare 13.14. Rest of Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 13.14.1. Protection 13.14.2. Insulation 13.14.3. Cushioning 13.14.4. Others 13.15. Rest of Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 13.15.1. Protective Packaging 13.15.2. Building & Construction 13.15.3. Automotive & Transportation 13.15.4. Electronics 13.15.5. Healthcare 13.16. Middle East & Africa Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Attractiveness Analysis 13.16.1. By Function 13.16.2. By Application 13.17. PEST Analysis 13.18. Key Trends 13.19. Key Developments 14. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis 14.1. Key Findings 14.2. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Overview 14.3. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Function 14.4. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, By Function 14.4.1. Protection 14.4.2. Insulation 14.4.3. Cushioning 14.4.4. Others 14.5. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Application 14.6. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 14.6.1. Protective Packaging 14.6.2. Building & Construction 14.6.3. Automotive & Transportation 14.6.4. Electronics 14.6.5. Healthcare 14.7. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Value Share Analysis, by Country 14.8. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Country 14.8.1. Brazil 14.8.2. Mexico 14.8.3. Rest of South America 14.9. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Analysis, by Country/ Sub-region 14.10. Brazil Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 14.10.1. Protection 14.10.2. Insulation 14.10.3. Cushioning 14.10.4. Others 14.11. Brazil Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 14.11.1. Protective Packaging 14.11.2. Building & Construction 14.11.3. Automotive & Transportation 14.11.4. Electronics 14.11.5. Healthcare 14.12. Mexico Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 14.12.1. Protection 14.12.2. Insulation 14.12.3. Cushioning 14.12.4. Others 14.13. Mexico Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 14.13.1. Protective Packaging 14.13.2. Building & Construction 14.13.3. Automotive & Transportation 14.13.4. Electronics 14.13.5. Healthcare 14.14. Rest of South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Function 14.14.1. Protection 14.14.2. Insulation 14.14.3. Cushioning 14.14.4. Others 14.15. Rest of South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Forecast, by Application 14.15.1. Protective Packaging 14.15.2. Building & Construction 14.15.3. Automotive & Transportation 14.15.4. Electronics 14.15.5. Healthcare 14.16. South America Specialty Polystyrene Resin Market Attractiveness Analysis 14.16.1. By Function 14.16.2. By Application 14.17. PEST Analysis 14.18. Key Trends 14.19. Key Developments 15. Company Profiles 15.1. Market Share Analysis, by Company 15.2. Competition Matrix 15.3. Company Profiles: Key Player 15.3.1. Competitive Benchmarking of key players by price, presence, market share, Applications and R&D investment 15.3.2. New Product Launches and Product Enhancements 15.3.3. Market Consolidation 15.3.3.1. M&A by Regions, Investment and Applications%