Expected dynamics of commodity polymer prices in the third quarter of 2024
We now have to live with fluctuating prices and volatility. It is important to identify the phases of the cycles well; buy at the right time and in sufficient quantities
Analysis
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PP prices unchanged, PE prices decreased
Market players expect only a modest increase in demand.
Polish polyolefins market: A week passed with discounts
Sluggish demand continues to negatively affect market conditions. Low demand in Europe is likely to prompt further price declines next month.
Prices continue sliding in Poland
Lacklustre demand has caused another decrease in PP prices. Purchases that traders and manufacturers were hoping for did not materialise to the extent they expected, according to Chem-Courier’s information.
Radiation-crosslinked plastics instead of metal
High-energy radiation can improve the mechanical, thermal, chemical and tribological properties of plastics to such an extent that they can replace metals in some applications.
Manufacturers to announce another price increase in early April
Market activity remained subdued in end-March. Converters insisted on price reductions, leading traders and manufacturers to make concessions due to low demand.
Latest report PET Market in Europe
Average EU PET beverage bottles’ recycled content rate reached 24%, yet more work is needed to achieve the 2025 EU targets.
Imported goods have minimal impact on polyolefins prices in Poland
The polyolefin market in Poland has slowed down in H2 of the month. The market continues to experience shortages of certain goods, including PP homo, copolymer and LDPE.
Polyolefin market encounters product shortages
Despite the lack of some materials in the market, there is no panic or increased purchasing activity from converters who buy raw materials only as needed.
'February was a successful month' – says Polish polyolefin trader
Polish processors are benefiting from the relative stability of the market and are stocking up on raw materials ahead of the expected price increase in March.
Adding up to an alarming 18% increase in EU plastic waste exports in 2023
Study confirms rising imports of recycled plastic threaten EU industry resulting in alarming 18% increase in EU plastic waste exports in 2023.
Anticipation of polyolefins price increase prevail in Poland
High prices and low supply persist in the polyolefin market. Some players stocked up at the beginning of the month, observing a steady rise in prices and material shortages, while others are holding back in the hope of a change in trend.
