Keep an eye on Dow Chemical After we took a close look at the record of Dow chief exec Andrew Liveris in November, we thought the critique had sunk without a trace. Since then he was named top of ICIS Chemical Business magazine's top 40 power players for the second year running, and advanced to number four in Chief Executive magazine's ranking of the best companies for leaders. Kudos. But take a look at the share price chart since. In particular note the volume. Something of an up-tick in trading, last month. We hear that one buyer in particular was very active through three of the main trading desks, although we haven't yet worked out who it might be. What we also hear is that Capital Group, which will discuss its investments in the media when Arctic Moss sprouts in Satan's garden, would be open to the appearance of an activist. Capital, by the way, is the largest shareholder with almost 14 per cent of Dow. For now, its an interesting idea in need of a front man and a replacement. Anyone in that ISCS top 40 have itchy feet, you think? Related links: Catalysing the Liveris function at Dow Chemical - FT Alphaville Dow Chemical, the firings and the Middle East connection - FT Alphaville This entry was posted by Dan McCrum on Wednesday January 15th, 2014 12:11.