Base Chemical Global Analysis
General Thoughts: US chemical producers gained ground last week as cheaper natural gas and wider feedstock spreads benefited US margins, and Middle East conflict risks
June 16, 2025
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General Thoughts: US chemical producers gained ground last week as cheaper natural gas and wider feedstock spreads benefited US margins, and Middle East conflict risks
Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polyvinyl Chloride, Polystyrene, Ethylene, Propylene, Ethane, Propane, Methanol, Naphtha, Crude Oil, Ammonia, Natural Gas, Corn, Soybeans
Polymer Market Trends: Global spot polymer prices, on average, declined last week. US spot polypropylene (PP) showed the most significant decline last week as domestic
Polymer Market Trends: Global spot polymer prices were mainly lower last week, with spot polyethylene and polypropylene prices falling in all significant regions relative to
Polymer Market Trends: Global spot polymer prices mainly were lower WoW amid supply improvement and weak demand, with the upstream costs of Ex-US integrated producers,
The Weekly Catalyst Global Ethylene Markets Loosened WoW; Derivative Prices Face Downward Pressure Into 4Q24! Exhibit 1 – Chart of the Day: US spot ethylene
Polymer Market Trends: Global spot polymer prices were mostly lower in Asia and North America but higher in Europe last week. North American integrated margins
Polymer Market Trends: Global spot polymer markets were mixed WoW, with Europe broadly reflecting more strength than North America and Asia, whose still strong production
Polymer Market Trends: North American polymer production margins, on average, rose WoW, helped by export market support and an improved cost position. US spot PE
Polymer Market Trends: North American spot polymer markets reflect strength WoW, while Europe and Asia markets remain mixed – we discuss recent strength in US,
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