August 21 news
On August 21, 2026, the methanol market in China continued to rise. The reason is that the changes in the three mean differences compared to the previous day were all positive, meeting the criteria for a clear upward trend according to the mean difference method. Spatial references: at a high position in the 60-day cycle, with limited room for further increases; at a mid-low position in the 3-month cycle, providing some support for an increase; and at a mid-position in the 1-year cycle, with relatively balanced potential for both increases and decreases.
I. Table of Mean Difference Changes
| Average Difference Type | Value on 2026-08-20 | Value on 2026-08-19 | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day Average Difference (D5) | 69.92 | 69.67 | + |
| 10-day Average Difference (D10) | 64.67 | 61.58 | + |
| 20-day Average Difference (D20) | 79.16 | 62.00 | + |
2. Signal Status Determination
Three differences are all positive compared to the previous day, indicating a clear upward signal.
III. Trend Direction Conclusions
Methanol prices are showing a clear upward trend in the short term. Reason: The 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day moving average differences compared to the previous day are all positively growing, fully meeting the judgment rule in the moving average difference method that "if all three are positive, the price trend is clearly rising."
IV. Spatial Reference
60-day cycle price position: high, with limited short-term upside potential;
Price position within a 3-month cycle: Mid-to-low range, with certain upward support for prices;
1-year price range: Median, with relatively balanced upside and downside potential.
5. Trend Chart Display
VI. Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
