Europe’s polyethylene terephthalate (PET) market has seen its summer uptrend lose momentum, with sellers now facing mounting pressure as expectations for September weaken. After several weeks of firmer pricing supported by seasonal beverage demand and constrained imports, the market has shifted, revealing signs of fragility that could usher in a softer outlook for the autumn […]
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 […]
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 […]
On Monday, ethylene prices in the United States declined as deals were concluded at lower levels, reflecting a softer sentiment in the petrochemical chain. Ethylene was assessed at 21.50–22.00 cents/lb FD US Gulf, down by 0.50 cents/lb compared to last Friday. In contrast, Asia recorded firmer sentiment, with ethylene prices assessed at USD 835–845/mt CFR […]
The US polymer market endured another week of downward pressure, as export prices across most grades slipped in response to abundant supply and sluggish international demand. Producers and traders grappled with mounting competition in key global markets, while buyers remained reluctant to commit beyond immediate needs, anticipating further concessions. In HDPE, spot export prices fell […]
The European polymer complex remained subdued in August, with most grades under pressure from weak demand, heavy inventories, and the seasonal holiday slowdown. While some contracts rolled over, spot markets reflected more noticeable declines, as buyers avoided fresh commitments and sellers struggled with oversupply. In HDPE, spot values drifted lower while contract settlements mostly rolled […]
The Asian polyethylene and polypropylene markets remained subdued this week, with prices either holding steady or easing across most segments. Market sentiment was cautious, shaped by geopolitical headlines, seasonal shifts, and regional supply developments. Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, reportedly pushed by a US-led diplomatic effort, sparked hopes of lower crude oil prices, but […]
European PET markets are navigating choppy waters this week. Spot prices for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) continued their gentle descent, pressured by sluggish consumption and the holiday-induced lull in purchasing activity. In contrast, contract prices remain steady, providing some semblance of stability amid widespread pessimism. An industry insider informed a Polymerduniya team member that PET spot […]
A Polymerduniya source in Europe reports that a UK-based producer is offering recycled PET, specifically clear bottle flake with an intrinsic viscosity of 0.74, in 20-tonne batch sizes at GBP 1,400 per metric tonne. The offer is available on an Ex-Works basis and is slated for September 2025 shipment. This offer underscores growing activity in […]
This week, recycled polymer prices across the Middle Eastern region remained stable, supported by consistent buying interest from converters and steady availability in most markets. Traders noted that comfortable inventory levels and moderate collection activity kept supply in balance, while downstream demand in certain sectors stayed soft. The absence of major disruptions, combined with cautious […]
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