Global Market Analysis Early Year Chemical Hopes Diminish: Costs Rise, Demand Generally Weak, Margins Under Fire! General Thoughts: Many hopes for an early-year rebound in chemical market conditions have been squashed due to weaker-than-expected demand and higher feedstock costs, putting 1Q25 January 16, 2025 No Comments
Global Market Analysis Prices In China Deflated In 4Q23 – Western Price Inflation Must Be Considered Globally! US and Europe price inflation slowed in 2H23, while prices in China fell to show a YoY decline in 4Q23 – the global price setting January 12, 2024 No Comments
Global Market Analysis Higher Chemical Prices Rely On Higher Energy Costs In 2024, Rare Earth & Critical Mineral Markets Notably Rely On China The price of manufactured goods in the US faces downward pressure into year-end amid lower global input costs – crude oil price strength is a December 21, 2023 No Comments