October 23rd News
[Key Takeaway] Methanol is on a clear short-term uptrend and currently sits at a mid-cycle high, with limited room for further gains.
1. Average Deviation Change Table
| Difference Type | Today’s Value (2026-10-22) | Yesterday’s Value (2026-10-21) | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Day Difference (D5) | 33.33 | -8.00 | + |
| 10-Day Difference (D10) | -0.67 | -11.66 | + |
| 20-Day Difference (D20) | -298.08 | -317.42 | + |
2. Signal Status Judgment
Three differences are all positive and have changed in the same direction as the previous day, which is a clear signal of an increase.
3. Trend Direction Conclusion
The short-term trend is clearly upward. Reason: The day-over-day changes in the 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day moving averages are all positive, fully satisfying the criteria for a clear upward trend under the moving-average method.
4. Positional Space Reference
The 60-day cycle price of methanol in China is at the 3rd level (median), while the 3-month and 1-year cycle prices are at the 4th level (upper-middle). The short-term upside potential is relatively limited.
5. Trend Chart Display
6. Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.