Price Trends

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• lithium resources
• new energy industry chain
• global competition
• upstream resource integration

On August 24, the maleic anhydride market continued to fluctuate at a high level, with the mean-reversion signal indicating a strong, sideways trading pattern leaning toward the bullish side Prices are currently in the upper range of a one-year cycle, and upward room is limited Market conditions in Shandong and Jiangsu remain stable, with downstream players mainly adopting a wait-and-see approach

• Maleic anhydride market
• fluctuating trend
• high-level consolidation
• import and export data

On August 26, 2026, the aniline market showed a noticeable price increase. The 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day moving averages all exhibited an upward trend, and spot-market producers have continuously raised their quoted prices, supporting a clear short-term upward trend. However, current prices are already at a high level, leaving limited room for further increases in the near term.

• Aniline market
• price increase
• market analysis
• chemical raw materials

On August 24, 2026, the market price of epichlorohydrin showed a volatile trend, with diverging movements in the average deviation indicators The 5-day average deviation declined, the 10-day average deviation rose, and the 20-day average deviation remained stable, overall indicating a tendency toward resistance to further declines The price is currently at the lower end of its one-year cycle, suggesting potential for a subsequent rebound and upward movement

• epichlorohydrin
• price fluctuation
• resistance to decline warning
• mid-low range

Recently, the acetic acid market in China has shown a strong upward trend, with the average price reaching 3220 CNY/ton, an increase of 4.66% compared to August 17. The rise in methanol prices provides cost support, and the supply side has low inventory levels, while demand is moderate, with some regions experiencing price fluctuations. It is expected that the market will remain strong in the short term, but will undergo consolidation as supply increases later on.

• Acetic acid market
• cost support
• tight supply
• demand variations

On August 25, 2026, the acrylic acid market in China showed a clear upward trend. The 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day moving averages all showed positive changes compared to the previous day, with Wanhua Chemical raising its quotation by 200 CNY per ton. The 60-day cycle price is at a high level, and the short-term upward space is limited; however, there is still room for long-term increases.

• Acrylic acid
• price increase
• market analysis
• chemical industry

On August 24, 2026, the price of epoxy resins remained at 14,250.00 yuan. The mean deviation indicator suggests a weak rebound (leaning bearish) and a volatile market condition. Prices have been at a low level for a prolonged period, leaving limited room for further declines; however, in the short term, caution is advised regarding the risk of a pullback. Pay close attention to changes in upstream raw material prices and downstream demand.

• Epoxy resins
• market analysis
• price trends
• industry chain relationships

On August 25, the BDO market in China showed a clear increase, with the spot market prices rising for three consecutive days. The 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day moving averages all showed positive changes. Although the high prices over the 60-day period limit the short-term upward potential, the median prices over 3-month and 1-year periods provide support. Attention should be paid to changes in supply and demand.

• BDO market trend
• clear increase
• average difference indicator
• spot market price increase

The current ethanol market is experiencing a deep correction characterized by volatile, bearish trends. The sharp increase in July import volumes and the decline in spot prices in Northeast China have contributed to short-term weakness. However, prices over the 60-day and 3-month periods remain at low levels, limiting further downside potential. It’s important to monitor plant maintenance activities, import arrivals, and downstream purchasing conditions.

• Ethanol market conditions: volatile with a bearish bias
• import volumes are increasing
• prices remain at low levels.

On August 24, 2026, the spot price of acetone continued to rise, with leading companies increasing their factory prices. The 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day moving averages all showed positive growth, indicating a clear upward trend. The current price is at a moderately high level, and attention should be paid to changes in supply and demand as well as the risk of a price correction. Major companies' facilities are operating stably, and inventory levels are not high.

• Acetone market
• price increase
• supply and demand changes
• chemical companies adjust prices

On August 26, 2026, the melamine market showed a weak but rebounding trend, with prices fluctuating in a generally bullish direction. The 5-day and 20-day moving averages both rose, while the 10-day moving average remained flat. Over the one-year cycle, prices are at a low level, leaving limited room for further declines; over the 60-day and three-month cycles, prices are at mid-range levels, with balanced upside and downside potential.

• Melamine Market Trends: Weak Rebound
• Slight Upside Bias in Volatility
• Price Analysis

On August 25, 2026, phenol market conditions showed early warning signs of stagnation and price resistance, with short-term fluctuations leaning toward the bearish side The median price over a one-year cycle, as well as prices over 60-day and three-month cycles, remained at medium-to-high levels Several companies have raised their factory prices; production facilities are operating normally, and inventory levels are under control

• Phenol market
• price fluctuation
• stagnation warning
• inventory under control

On August 25, 2026, the price of petroleum coke showed a strong rebound with a volatile, bullish trend In the short term, upward adjustments in corporate quotes provided impetus for the rebound; however, prices over the one-year period remain at a medium-to-high level, leaving limited room for further increases It is crucial to monitor crude oil trends and changes in downstream demand

• Petroleum coke market conditions: volatile trend
• price rebound
• upstream and downstream impacts

On August 25, 2026, the average price of quasi-grade metallurgical coke stood at 1,868 CNY per ton After three rounds of price adjustments—two rounds of reductions and one round of increases—the first round of price hikes has now taken effect, and the second round of price hikes will be implemented on August 26

• Coke market
• price increase
• coking coal supply
• steel mill inventory

On August 25, 2026, the MTBE market in China was volatile and bearish, in a deep correction phase. The 5-day and 10-day moving average differences narrowed, while the 20-day moving average difference widened, indicating pressure for a price correction from high levels. Although some local companies raised their quotes, the overall momentum for an increase was insufficient, and there is room for a short-term correction.

• MTBE market
• fluctuation and consolidation
• average difference indicator
• supply and demand pattern

On August 24, 2026, the Chinese 180CST fuel oil market maintained a range-bound consolidation trend, with a stronger bias. The 5-day average difference has declined, but the 10-day and 20-day average differences have continued to expand, with prices at a relatively high level within the year. In July, China's fuel oil export volume was higher than the import volume, and cumulative exports also exceeded imports, providing some support to the supply and demand situation.

• Fuel oil 180CST
• Market analysis
• Volatile market
• Supply and demand support

On August 24, 2026, the PTA market in China showed a volatile trend, with a deep correction and a bearish bias. The 5-day and 10-day moving average differences decreased compared to the previous day, while the 20-day moving average difference increased, which is consistent with the characteristics of a volatile market. The current price is at the 5th high level, with limited room for further increase, and attention should be paid to the support strength at the high level.

• PTA market trend
• fluctuating trend
• deep correction
• support in high price area

On August 24, 2026, the polyester staple fiber market in China showed a fluctuating trend, with the 5-day average difference decreasing, while the 10-day and 20-day average differences increased. Prices are at a high level within the annual cycle, with limited room for further increases, and attention should be paid to the upper resistance and short-term support. The current trend is a strong consolidation with a bullish bias.

• Polyester staple fiber
• market analysis
• fluctuating trend
• strong consolidation with a bullish bias

On August 25, 2026, LDPE market prices showed volatile fluctuations. In the short term, prices remain at high levels, facing downward pressure. The moving average divergence indicates a bearish signal for deeper corrections, and it’s crucial to monitor how changes in supply and demand affect prices. In the long term, there is still some room for volatility.

• LDPE market trend
• fluctuating trend
• deep correction
• high range

August 24, the natural rubber spot market saw a slight increase, with Shanghai rubber futures trading at high levels, driving up spot quotes by 50 to 150 CNY per ton. Raw material prices in the Thai production area rose slightly, and China's rubber tire outer production in July increased by 8.1% year-on-year. The average difference indicator shows that the market is in a strong consolidation phase, with prices in the high range of the year, leaving limited room for further increases.

• Natural rubber
• market analysis
• price trends
• supply and demand changes