The polymer foam market size was valued at USD 114.88 billion in 2019. It is projected to grow to USD 157.63 billion by 2027 at a CAGR of 7.73% during the forecast period. The market is thriving at an exponential rate due to its excellent properties in the manufacturing of flooring products and insulation panels. Fortune Business Insights™ stated this in a report titled, "Polymer Foam Market, 2021-2028." IInformation Source- https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/industry-reports/polymer-foam-market-101698 Segmentation- Growing Demand for Bedding ProductsSpurs PolyurethaneSegment On the basis of type, the market is classified into polyethylene (PE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyurethane (PU), polystyrene (PS), and others. The polyurethane segment will dominate due to increasing demand for bedding products and viscoelastic foam for making mattresses. Rise in Residential Constructional Activities Surge demand in Building & construction segment In terms of application, the market is categorized into packaging, furniture, appliances, automotive, building & construction, and apparel. The building & construction segment will gain traction due to a rise in residential constructional activities to make building designs classier. Report Coverage The report provides insights into the regional analysis covering different regions, contributing to the market's growth. The report includes qualitative and quantitative analysis of several factors, such as the key drivers and restraints that will impact the market. Adopting strategies by major players to introduce partnerships, collaboration, and new products will contribute to the market's growth. Drivers and Restraints Increasing Stress Level among the Students and Working Classto Stimulate Product Demand The rise in the global geriatric population has surged a demand for memory foam-based bedding products such as cushions and mattresses. Another reason that surged the need for the product is the increasing stress level among the students and working-class individuals to relax the muscles strain. Meanwhile, due to its non-biodegradable nature, it could hamper the polymer foam market growth. Regional Insights Growing Awareness about Energy Security Nurtures Growth in North America Asia Pacific held the significant polymer foam market share and is expected to lead the global market during the projection period due to the increased disposable income and rising demand from various applications such as construction and packaging. Europe has projected remarkable growth across regions during the forecast period due to the growing demand for the product in furniture and packaging applications for better interior design. The Middle East & Africa is expected to contribute to sluggish growth due to the lack of production of foams across the regions to meet the local demand. Competitive Landscape Partnerships among Renowned Companies to Grow Its Client Base Leading companies will likely invest in R&D activities, technological advancements, and product rollouts to expand their geographical presence. With soaring investments in innovation and advanced design, stakeholders could inject funds into mergers and acquisitions. Industry Developments: March 2019: Sika AG acquired Belineco LLC with an aim to develop and manufacture polyurethane foams to grow its client base. List of the Companies Profiled in the Polymer Foam Market: Synthos (Poland) Sekisui Alveo (Switzerland) KANEKA CORPORATION (Japan) Toray (Japan) BASF SE (Germany) Sealed Air (U.S.) Arkema (France) Armacell International S.A. (Germany)

The global masterbatches market size is likely to reach USD 13.32 billion by 2026 owing to the rising number of building and construction activities worldwide. Masterbatches are liquid or solid additives used for painting or for imparting various properties to plastics. Coloring masterbatches are utilized for coloring or shading plastic items. Information Source - https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/masterbatch-market-102353 It can also be used for conveying properties such as UV Stabilizer, antioxidant, effect, energy, and bio-degradable. A recent report by Fortune Business Insights offers insights into the market and its prime growth trajectories. As per the report titled, “Masterbatches Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Type (White, Black, Color, Additive, and Fillers), By Polymer (Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polyvinyl Chloride, Polyethylene Terephthalate, and Others), and By End-Use (Packaging, Building & Construction, Consumer Good, Automotive, Agriculture, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2019-2026,” the value of the market was USD 10,991.04 Million in 2018 and is likely to exhibit a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period, 2019 to 2026.