This analysis is based on the DOP spot price data up to September 17, 2026. Currently, DOP is at a high price level in its one-year cycle. The mean difference indicator shows that it is in a state of fluctuation and retracement (with a bullish bias). The upstream costs of 2-ethylhexanol and phthalic anhydride provide strong support, but there is a need to be cautious of the risk of a pullback from the high levels.
Data Explanation
The latest available data is up to September 17, 2026, and it is recommended to refer to real-time data.
1. Mean Difference Change Table
| Mean Difference Indicator | Value as of September 17, 2026 | Value as of September 16, 2026 | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day Mean Difference (D5) | 133.33 | 108.34 | + |
| 10-day Mean Difference (D10) | 143.34 | 162.5 | - |
| 20-day Mean Difference (D20) | 319.16 | 297.5 | + |
2. Signal Status Judgment
The current mean difference change combination is (+, -, +), corresponding to a retracement (bullish) signal.
3. Trend Direction Conclusion
The trend is ranging. Reason: The directions of change in the three moving averages are not entirely consistent with the previous day, failing to meet the criteria for a clear upward or downward trend. Therefore, the market is in a ranging phase, with a slightly bullish signal.
4. Positional Spatial Reference
Prices for the 60-day, 3-month, and 1-year cycles are all at high levels, corresponding to the 5th tier of the 5-tier scale, leaving limited room for further increases.
5. Trend Chart Display
6. Fundamental Reference
Upstream raw materials, such as 2-ethylhexanol and phthalic anhydride, are currently at their highest prices in a 1-year cycle, providing strong cost support for DOP. On September 17, 2026, some manufacturers in Shandong and Dongying, China, reported a slight decrease in DOP prices, which is a short-term adjustment from the high levels.
7. Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
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