As of October 15, 2026, the spot price of DOP in China is at a high point in the nearly 1-year price cycle. Through the mean difference method, it is determined that the current DOP price is in a mild correction phase with a bearish attribute, showing an overall fluctuating trend, with limited upward space. Industry participants can closely monitor the price fluctuations of upstream raw material 2-ethylhexanol and the changes in demand for downstream PVC plasticizers.
Data Explanation
The most recent available data is up to October 15, 2026. It is recommended to refer to real-time data.
1. Mean Difference Change Table
| Difference Type | Value on October 15, 2026 | Value on October 14, 2026 | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Day Difference (D5) | -16.67 | -13.33 | - |
| 10-Day Difference (D10) | 108.34 | 139.17 | - |
| 20-Day Difference (D20) | 139.67 | 128.45 | + |
2. Signal Status Judgment
The current combination of changes in the mean differences is (–, –, +), corresponding to a mild pullback signal (bearish bias, pullback nature).
3. Trend Direction Conclusion
The current DOP price trend is oscillating (with a bearish bias). The rationale for this judgment is that the changes in the 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day moving averages compared to the previous day are not entirely consistent, which meets the criteria for an oscillating trend. Additionally, there is a mild pullback with a bearish signal, indicating a short-term bearish adjustment.
4. Positional Spatial Reference
The current DOP price is at a high level (5th tier, the highest 20% range within the corresponding period) for the 60-day, 3-month, and 1-year cycles, with limited room for further increase.
5. Trend Chart Display
Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
(Source: China)
