Consumer DemandWeak consumer demand is a significant headwind, posing a downside risk to AVNT's guidance.
End-Market Challenges60% of sales are to more cyclical end-markets such as auto, industrial, consumer, energy, and construction, where softer demand is expected to translate into a net volume decline this year.
Market WeaknessWeakness in consumer, transportation, and building & construction were partially offset by growth in healthcare.