The managing directors of the paint and coatings industry draw mixed conclusions about the 2024 financial year. While many entrepreneurs were satisfied with the overall course of business, the results fell short of expectations in many cases. On the other hand, there is unanimity in the assessment of the ongoing challenges that continue to weigh heavily on companies and cloud their view of the future. Hardly anyone expects a rapid recovery. Traditionally, the editors of the European Coatings Journal survey the industry to get a picture of the mood: How did the past year go, and what are ...