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, […]
In a decisive move to address chronic oversupply and bolster shrinking profit margins, South Korea has launched an ambitious restructuring of its ailing petrochemical sector, targeting the dismantling of small, standalone naphtha crackers in favor of streamlined operations and strategic consolidation. Under a government-guided voluntary pact, ten leading petrochemical companies have agreed to slash naphtha-cracking […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ethylene prices in the United States moved lower on Monday as market activity reflected deals concluded at reduced levels. An industry source in the US told a Polymerduniya team member that trading momentum slowed, with buyers and sellers agreeing on lower settlements, pushing prices down for the week. Assessments placed ethylene at 21.50–22.00 cents/lb FD […]
PVC prices firmed across Asia this week, supported by stronger offers from leading producers and heightened geopolitical concerns. An industry source in Asia, speaking on condition of anonymity, told a Polymerduniya team member that a major Taiwanese producer raised its offers, creating a firmer market sentiment. The rise was further reinforced by increased import offers […]
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