by C-MACC Research | Dec 7, 2023 | Daily Chemical Reactions
Daily Chemical Reaction China Exports Deflation! Western Chemical Cost Declines May Not Outpace Product Price Declines for Many Key Points Global commodity chemical prices are under pressure from the drop in crude oil values and tepid demand – it could result in...
by C-MACC Research | Dec 5, 2023 | Daily Chemical Reactions
Daily Chemical Reaction North America Ethylene Chain Cost Advantage Significant To Asia & Europe, But Not Without Risk Of Turbulence In 2024 Key Points The US ethylene production cost advantage is sizable relative to Asia and Europe, and its spot and...
by C-MACC Research | Dec 1, 2023 | Daily Chemical Reactions
Daily Chemical Reaction Weak Global Economy Weighs On Energy Transition Material Growth – Bad For Investment, Sets Stage For Future Inflation Key Points The C-MACC Clean Energy Mineral Index fell to a new YTD low in November, as weak economic conditions influence...
by C-MACC Research | Nov 30, 2023 | Daily Chemical Reactions
Daily Chemical Reaction Abracadabra! – Is US Contract PE Price Support Based On Reality Or Wizardry, Hopes & Prayers? Key Points Global polyethylene (PE) spot prices have declined in 4Q23, putting downward pressure on US export prices and US contract reference...
by C-MACC Research | Nov 29, 2023 | Daily Chemical Reactions
Daily Chemical Reaction European Chemical Producers In The Freezer – Temperature Falling As North America & China Exports Control Thermostat Key Points: Global chemical markets will likely remain oversupplied in 2024. However, the trade balances between regions...