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![[daily] Daily Market Wrap – China – 12 May 2025](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudzMub3JnLzIwMDAvc3ZnIiB3aWR0aD0iMjM3IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjI1NiIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDIzNyAyNTYiPjxyZWN0IHdpZHRoPSIxMDAlIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwMCUiIHN0eWxlPSJmaWxsOiNjZmQ0ZGI7ZmlsbC1vcGFjaXR5OiAwLjE7Ii8+PC9zdmc+)
Following the announcement of a 90-day truce in the ongoing tariff dispute, several suppliers promptly suspended spot offers, anticipating a potential rebound in the next trading session. [...]
According to data from CommoPlast, spot LLDPE film prices have now fallen to their lowest levels since November 2020, prompting speculation as to whether the market is poised to breach [...]
Speaking to CommoPlast, a Saudi Arabian producer observed that the anticipated influx of US-origin cargoes has not materialised to the extent previously expected. [...]
Despite this, certain producers have intensified efforts to stimulate export demand. A PDH-based supplier was reportedly prepared to offer discounts of up to $15/ton on homo-PP yarn and injection grades [...]
Although no firm transactions were concluded, buyers increasingly turned their attention to the Thai-origin cargoes, citing their relative competitiveness compared to Chinese material. [...]
The 2505 for May 2025 delivery contract on Dalian Commodity Exchange on 19 May 2025 settled as follows: [...]
The 2505 for May 2025 delivery contract on Dalian Commodity Exchange on 16 May 2025 settled as follows: [...]
The 2505 for May 2025 delivery contract on Dalian Commodity Exchange on 15 May 2025 settled as follows: [...]
The more attractive price level managed to stimulate some buying interest despite the overall muted market sentiment. [...]
The détente has triggered cautious optimism among freight forwarders and shipping lines, many of whom anticipate a sharp rebound in transpacific demand in the coming weeks. [...]
In contrast, linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) film continued to attract strong buying interest, with all auctioned quantities fully sold, despite higher prices than yesterday. [...]
Local PP prices remained mostly stable from the previous day, while sellers of LLDPE, buoyed by strong deals yesterday, attempted price hikes of up to CNY100/ton ($14/ton) today. [...]
While initial expectations had leaned towards price reductions, sentiment has shifted, buoyed by optimism over a temporary tariff truce and rising freight costs. [...]
As of this morning, several major international suppliers raised their import LLDPE film offers to China by $20–40/ton compared to earlier trading levels—effectively halting a protracted downtrend [...]
[insight] Shandong Yulong Auction: Robust market sentiment drives full sell-out of PP and PE cargoesIn a marked shift from recent sessions, Shandong Yulong achieved a full sell-out of all PP and PE cargoes listed on its auction platform this morning, reflecting a sharp rebound [...]
In contrast to the PP market, where signs of a rebound are becoming increasingly evident, the Indonesian PE market continues to exhibit sluggish momentum. [...]
The firmer market tone has been further supported by a broadly positive macroeconomic outlook, including a rebound of approximately 7% in NYMEX crude oil futures this week. In response, sellers [...]
Over the past four weeks, local traders have been compelled to accept steep reductions in order to stay aligned with the producer-led market trend. According to data from CommoPlast, average [...]
Naphtha feedstock costs have been fluctuating in the mid-to-low $500/ton range, alleviating margin pressure for many naphtha-based petrochemical producers. However, downside risks remain pronounced amid volatile international trade policies [...]
In the Jakarta and West Java areas, mounting concerns over tightening supply—largely due to reduced import arrivals—prompted a return of buyers seeking prompt restocking. [...]
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