Dow's Q3 growth estimate have been trimmed down, mainly due to higher feedstock and energy costs faced by the company, likely to impact profitability across the company's portfolio. 
DuPont, however, due to its exposure to agriculture and international markets (60% of the company's sales come from overseas) will feel limited impact. 
                    
                    
                        
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