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AkzoNobel and Axalta to Combine in All-Stock Merger of Equals, Creating a Premier Global Coatings Company
Creates a global coatings leader with $17 billion in revenue and an enterprise value of $25 billionSignificant value creation with approximately $600 million in cost synergies supporting strategic and capital allocation priorities Combines highly complementary portfolios across end markets, driving stronger revenue growth, enhanced profitability and increased value for customers Expands geographic reach, brings together world-class technology and innovation platforms and offers a full spectrum o
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