US ethylene spot prices slipped last week, weighed down by reduced August offers, limited transactions, and falling crude oil values. A US-based industry source told Polymerduniya that the widening price gap between regions reflects uneven supply and demand trends across the country. Weak demand from downstream sectors, including packaging and construction, further contributed to the […]
This week, low-density polyethylene (LDPE) prices softened across Latin America as suppliers grappled with abundant availability and tepid consumer interest. An industry source in the region shared with Polymerduniya that traders have survived the glutted market by putting forward more aggressive offers. The persistent lack of purchasing, marked by virtually no inquiries or confirmations, has […]
On Thursday, U.S. ethylene prices experienced a modest decline as trading participants wrapped up deals at lower levels. The market closed with assessments at 24.50–25.00 cents/lb FD U.S. Gulf, marking a 1 cent/lb drop from Wednesday’s levels. Market feedback suggests that downward pressure is emerging amid subdued deal-making, even though sources indicate that the current […]
Ethylene prices in the European region recorded a noticeable gain on Wednesday, driven by improved regional demand and a rise in upstream naphtha values. An industry source in Europe, speaking on condition of anonymity, told a Polymerduniya team member, “Prices increased due to better regional demand trends and higher upstream naphtha values in the region.” […]
On Tuesday, ethylene prices in the U.S. Gulf Coast gained 0.50 cents/lb, climbing to 26.50–27.00 cents/lb FD US Gulf, driven by a surge in trade activity and stronger market discussions. An industry insider told Polymerduniya that the upturn was triggered by reports of concluded trades at higher levels, underscoring increased buyer engagement. Meanwhile, Northeast Asian markets […]
On Monday, CIF Northwest Europe (NWE) ethylene prices were unchanged at USD 800–810/mt, while FD NWE levels held steady at €705–715/mt, both in line with Friday’s assessments. The European market maintained a cautious tone as purchasing activity remained muted, with an anonymous industry source noting, “Purchasing activity in the region remained subdued,” and that buyers […]
On Wednesday, U.S. ethylene prices retreated modestly as weaker deal levels emerged in the merchant market. The FD US Gulf spot rate was assessed at 28.00–28.50 ¢/lb, down 0.50 ¢/lb from Tuesday, according to a U.S.-based industry source. The bearish tone reflected softer buying inquiries and subdued downstream demand, as participants sought lower levels to secure volumes. […]
European ethylene markets slipped on Wednesday, with CIF Northwest Europe assessed at USD 815–825/mt, down USD 5/mt from Tuesday, despite rising upstream energy costs. The persistent sluggishness in downstream demand and buyer reluctance have weighed on sentiment, market sources reported. In contrast, FD NWE ethylene prices remained unchanged at €720–730/mt, signaling a divergence between international CIF and […]
Asia’s ethylene prices held steady on Wednesday, with CFR Northeast Asia assessed at USD 815–825/mt and CFR Southeast Asia at USD 825–835/mt, unchanged from the previous day. “A subdued trading environment persisted, with buyers remaining cautious despite rising naphtha costs that normally lift ethylene values,” said an industry source based in Asia, who requested anonymity. Market activity […]
Borouge Plc, the UAE-based polyolefins major, posted a second-quarter net profit of $193 million in 2025, outperforming market forecasts despite a scheduled turnaround at its Borouge 3 facility. The company maintained healthy margins and reaffirmed plans to increase its full-year dividend, signaling strong financial health and investor confidence. Second-quarter adjusted EBITDA came in at $440 […]
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