Dow: Expected 50% Dividend Cut, Now What?

Dow Inc. faces significant headwinds, including tariffs and weak global demand, leading to a 53% stock decline YoY and disappointing Q2 earnings. Management cut the dividend by 50% to preserve capital, signaling expectations of prolonged challenges and deteriorating financials. Sales and earnings have declined across most segments, with only minor improvements in Performance Materials & Coatings due to lower input costs.