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In a more recent example, Rexam PLC has transformed itself from a broad-based conglomerate into a global leader in packaging by actively managing its portfolio and growing its core business. Beginning in the late '90s, Rexam shed diverse businesses in cyclical industries and grew scale in cans. First it acquired Europe's largest beverage-can manufacturer, Sweden's PLM, in 1999. Then it bought U.S.–based packager American National Can in 2000, making itself the largest beverage-can maker in the world. In other words, Rexam acquired with a clear investment thesis in mind: to grow scale in can making or broaden geographic scope. The collective impact of these many small steps was transformation.14


Uzmimo malo svježiji primjer kada je Rexam PLC sebe transformirao iz vodećeg konglomerata u globalnog lidera u ambalažnoj industriji aktivnim rukovođenjem svog portfelja i razvojem svoje osnovne djelatnosti. Na početku kasnih 1990-ih, Rexam
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industries dependent on cyclical factors for prosperity - see definitions.
Cyclical Industry
What does it Mean? A term describing an industry that is sensitive to the business cycle and price changes. Many cyclical industries produce durable goods such as raw materials and heavy equipment.

Investopedia Says... The airline industry is a good example, when the economy is slow people tend to travel less.
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cyclical industry
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An industry which is sensitive to business cycles and whose performance is tied to the overall economy, especially interest rates. Many cyclical industries produce durable, commodity-like goods such as raw materials, cars, chemicals, construction, paper, steel, and heavy equipment. Given the durable nature of the goods, such purchases often get postponed in poor economic conditions, but sell especially well in good economic conditions. http://www.investorwords.com/1272/cyclical_industry.html