On Monday, U.S. ethylene prices slipped, highlighting a tepid market environment. Spot prices for delivery to the U.S. Gulf were assessed at 24.50–25.00¢/lb, down by 0.50¢/lb from Friday’s levels, as deals closed at softer price points. This decline reflects subdued trading sentiment amid cautious purchasing behavior. Across the Pacific, Asian markets saw a contrasting trend. […]
On Monday, the U.S. propylene market remained notably stable, with both polymer-grade and refinery-grade spot prices aligned with end-of-week assessments. Industry sources attribute the steady pricing to subdued trading activity, fueled by widening pricing gaps between buyers and sellers. Polymer-grade spot delivered propylene was assessed at 31.50–32.00¢/lb FD US Gulf, unchanged from Friday’s levels. Similarly, […]
On Monday, ethylene prices in Europe revealed a mixed undertone. CIF NWE prices slid to USD 850–860/mt, down USD 5/mt from Friday’s levels, as regional demand softened and supplies remained ample. An anonymous industry insider conveyed that weaker demand and abundant availability weighed on pricing. At the same time, FD NWE pricing held steady at […]
A Polymerduniya source in Vietnam reports that a Chinese producer has concluded deals for LLDPE film grade, priced at USD 935/mt on a CFR Ho Chi Minh port basis for August 2025 shipment. Global LLDPE markets continue to show regional disparity: in Asia, prices remain relatively soft amid abundant supply and restrained downstream demand, especially […]
This week, prices for HDPE and LLDPE in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region headed downward, while LDPE rates remained stable. An industry source in the GCC, speaking anonymously to Polymerduniya, noted that ample supply and tepid demand during the typical summer lull, particularly in both the GCC and East Mediterranean regions, have emboldened buyers […]
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 […]
A Polymerduniya source in China, speaking anonymously, revealed this week that a Chinese trader has pitched a new offer for Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) film, sourced from China and priced at USD 930/mt, FOB Ningbo, for August 2025 shipment. This competitive pricing comes amid a wider market backdrop characterized by oversupply concerns and weakened downstream […]
This week, U.S. linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) export prices remained unchanged, reflecting persistent caution amid subdued market engagement. According to an industry source sharing insights with Polymerduniya, limited new purchasing interest, particularly from key export destinations like Latin America and Asia, has continued to suppress trade volumes. Even with ample supply and consistent upstream costs, […]
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.” […]
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