HDPE export prices in the United States continued their downward trend this week, weighed down by sluggish demand and a persistent supply glut. An industry source told a Polymerduniya team member that spot export prices for HDPE fell further as market pressures intensified. “Consistently low demand and abundant supply, not only in the US but […]
In a market grappling with intensified global competition, polypropylene (PP) homopolymer export prices in the U.S. held steady at USD 960–980 per metric ton FAS Houston on August 14, 2025, showing no change from the previous week, according to Polymerduniya. Despite mounting export pressures from cheaper Asian offerings and persistent tariff uncertainty, U.S. sellers resisted […]
In what may be one of the quietest weeks on record for West Coast South American polypropylene, both injection-grade and copolymer prices remained unchanged. As of August 15, 2025, CFR West Coast South America offers were logged at USD 980–1010/mt for PP injection and USD 1040–1070/mt for PP copolymer, exactly mirroring their levels from a […]
In a moment of calm amidst a typically volatile marketplace, refinery-grade propylene prices in the U.S. Gulf, historically prone to sharp swings, remained locked in a narrow range last week, with no change recorded. As of August 15, 2025, CFR prices were pegged at 30.50–31.00 cents per pound, underlining a market in cautious equilibrium. This […]
Ethylene spot prices in the US dropped last week amid weak market activity and declining crude oil values. An industry source told Polymerduniya, “Ethylene spot prices fell due to weak market activity and declining crude oil prices. Decreased offer levels resulted in the decline, with no transactions reported. The drop was also linked to oversupply […]
Polymer grade propylene (PGP) prices in the US fell for the fifth consecutive week, while refinery grade propylene (RGP) values held steady. An industry source, speaking to Polymerduniya on condition of anonymity, said, “US propylene spot prices continue to decline due to ongoing weak demand. No transactions were reported at the evaluated levels. Prices have […]
Xeneta warns that spot container rates are poised to slide further in the coming weeks as offered capacity continues to outpace demand across several major trade routes. According to Chief Analyst Peter Sand, the latest 90-day extension of U.S.–China tariff levels into early November isn’t likely to spark another surge in cargo shipments. Shippers largely […]
On Tuesday, ethylene prices in the United States experienced a mild decline amid subdued market activity and softer deal levels. Spot ethylene delivered to the U.S. Gulf was assessed at 24.00–24.50¢/lb, marking a drop of 0.50¢/lb from Monday’s range. An industry insider observed that “ethylene prices were assessed down in the week amid deals concluded […]
As of August 11, 2025, U.S. polyethylene markets showed remarkable resilience, with no significant price fluctuations across HDPE, LDPE, and LLDPE. Polymerduniya reports that High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) for blow moulding delivered on a FAS Houston basis remained firmly within the USD 830–850/mt range. At the same time, Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) was assessed between USD 985 […]
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. […]
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