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Mitsui Chemicals to Acquire JSR With Development Bank of Japan for $8.8 Billion

Mitsui Chemicals is acquiring JSR, a key supplier to semiconductor manufacturers, in a deal backed by the Development Bank of Japan for $8.8 billion.

By · Published November 9, 2026  14:37 UTC · Updated November 9, 2026  16:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Mitsui Chemicals is acquiring JSR, a key supplier to semiconductor manufacturers, in a deal backed by the Development Bank of Japan for $8.8 billion.
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The acquisition will give Mitsui Chemicals control of JSR, the second-largest producer of photoresists used in chip manufacturing, a critical component in semiconductor production. According to reports from Bloomberg and the Wall Street Journal, the transaction values JSR at approximately $8.8 billion to $12 billion, depending on the source. Mitsui Chemicals will finance the purchase by selling shares worth up to 150 billion yen, as noted by TradingView. The deal, announced alongside the Development Bank of Japan as a co-investor, signals increased consolidation in Japan's chemical sector to support the domestic semiconductor supply chain. The open question is how this acquisition will affect JSR's market position and whether Mitsui can successfully integrate the business while maintaining its technological edge in photoresist technology.

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What is the value of the Mitsui Chemicals-JSR acquisition?

The deal is valued at $8.8 billion according to the Wall Street Journal, though Bloomberg reports a figure of $12 billion.

Which companies are involved in the acquisition?

Mitsui Chemicals is acquiring JSR with the Development Bank of Japan as a co-investor.

How is Mitsui financing the purchase?

Mitsui plans to sell shares worth up to 150 billion yen to help finance the acquisition.

What does JSR specialize in?

JSR is the second-largest producer of photoresists, materials essential for semiconductor manufacturing.

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