Paraxylene (PX) prices slipped in the United States on Wednesday, tracking declines in Asian benchmarks even as upstream mixed xylene (MX) values edged higher. A US-based industry source told that, “PX prices in the US have decreased in line with falling paraxylene market values in Asia.” On Wednesday, PX was assessed at USD 905–915/mt FOB […]
Polycarbonate (PC) prices in the United States held steady this week, with the market weighed down by soft demand and ample supply. A US-based industry source told that sentiment remains muted: “US polycarbonate prices held stable, but the overall market tone stayed sluggish as demand continued to remain weak. Producers across regions pointed to comfortable […]
The petrochemical complex faced renewed headwinds on Wednesday, with futures contracts for key polymers on the Dalian Commodity Exchange extending losses amid persistent concerns over demand recovery. Polypropylene, linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) futures all closed lower, dragging down sentiment across the wider value chain. Polypropylene contracts settled at CNY 7,021 per […]
In a strategic move that signals mounting supply constraints, a leading Saudi Arabian petrochemical supplier has raised its September offers for LDPE and LLDPE film destined for China. The adjustments, driven by tighter Middle Eastern allocations, hint at a shifting balance in the global polyolefin supply landscape. While detailed pricing figures were not publicly disclosed, […]
The Asian Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) market experienced a varied trend this week, with prices rising in the Far East while remaining steady across most other regions. Market sentiment was shaped by geopolitical tensions, shifting supply fundamentals, and cautious buying behavior, with offers for September shipments reflecting both optimism and restraint. In Far East Asia, […]
Polymer futures in China closed weaker on Monday, with all major contracts recording losses despite intraday fluctuations. Linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE, l2601) opened at RMB 7,427 (USD 862) per tonne and traded between RMB 7,455 (USD 865) and RMB 7,396 (USD 858) before settling at RMB 7,402 (USD 859). The close marked a decline of […]
Polypropylene (PP) prices declined across several parts of Asia this week, with regional markets weighed down by oversupply concerns, muted demand, and cautious trading activity. An industry source in Asia, speaking on condition of anonymity, told a Polymerduniya team member that geopolitical tensions, particularly the ongoing Russia–Ukraine conflict, continue to inject short-term volatility into the […]
Methanol prices in the United States held steady on Monday despite bullish momentum in upstream energy markets. An industry source in the US, speaking on condition of anonymity, told a Polymerduniya team member that buying interest in the region remained muted, which kept trading activity subdued and prevented any upward shift in values. As a […]
Polymer grade propylene (PGP) prices in the United States advanced on Monday, supported by healthy trading activity and improved buying interest. An industry source in the US told a Polymerduniya team member that spot values gained ground as active deals in the market signaled firmer sentiment compared to the previous week. Spot delivered PGP was […]
Mixed xylene (MX) prices in the United States remained flat on Monday, showing no signs of movement despite lower indications circulating in the market. An industry source in the US, speaking on condition of anonymity, informed a Polymerduniya team member that MX values held stable even as some buyers and sellers pointed to softer sentiment. […]
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