US EPS demand expected to stage gradual recovery through H2

摘要

HOUSTON (ICIS)--US demand for expandable polystyrene (EPS) is expected to stage a gradual recovery during the second half of the year, tracking broader macroeconomic developments. ECONOMIC CRISIS TRIGGERED BY CORONAVIRUS The broader economy is experiencing its worst fallout since the 2008-2009 financial crisis. The coronavirus outbreak and subsequent movement restrictions have led to significant job losses and demand destruction in most sectors.