DuPont’s decision to spin off its US$1.5 billion Water business unit as a separate publicly traded company follows a trend of large, diversified conglomerates streamlining operations to optimize market strategies. Other notable examples include Xylem’s spin-off from ITT, Danaher’s spinout of Veralto, and Pentair selling its electric business to nVent.
This Quarterly Review highlights key trends, notable transaction details, and shifts impacting the competitive landscape. Included in this quarterly report is a brief overview of select companies and their current and projected positioning within the industry.