According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of Shengyi Society, the aggregated MDI market has been operating at a high level recently. The mainstream price for Shanghai goods (44V20, M20S, 5005) is 18700-18800 yuan/ton, and the mainstream price for domestic goods (PM200) is 18800-19000 yuan/ton. Recently, domestic facilities have been running smoothly, while there have been many overseas inspections, resulting in slow filling of supply sources. As prices rise, there is a strong wait-and-see atmosphere downstream, and actual transactions are limited. It is expected that the aggregated MDI market will operate strongly in the short term, and we will closely monitor the changes in the future news.

1、 Price trend

According to the monitoring of the commodity market analysis system of Shengyi Society, the market price of isopropanol first fell and then rose after the Spring Festival. On February 1st, the average price of isopropanol in China was 6660 yuan/ton, and on February 12th, the average price was 6720 yuan/ton, an increase of 0.9% compared to the beginning of the month.

After the Spring Festival, the market price of isopropanol first fell and then rose. The rising market price of raw material acetone has boosted confidence in the isopropanol market. The manufacturer’s prices have continued to rise, and the intention of holders to lower their prices has weakened. The focus of offers has shifted upwards, and downstream inquiries are average. Actual orders are cautious. As of now, most of the isopropanol market prices in Shandong are around 6600-6700 yuan/ton; The majority of isopropanol prices in the Jiangsu Zhejiang region are around 6800-6950 yuan/ton.

In terms of raw material acetone, the domestic acetone market price has risen after the Spring Festival. On February 1st, the average price of acetone was 6097.5 yuan/ton, and on February 12th, the average price was 6292.5 yuan/ton, with a price increase of 3.2%. The domestic acetone market continues to rise, and the atmosphere of on-site negotiations is still good. It is expected that the acetone market will remain stable in the short term.

In terms of propylene, the domestic propylene market fluctuated and rose after the Spring Festival. On February 1st, the market average was 6823.25 yuan/ton, and on February 12th, the average price was 6878.25 yuan/ton, an increase of 0.81%. At present, the shipment of propylene has weakened, and market trading activity has declined. Downstream purchases are being made at lower prices according to demand. It is expected that the price of propylene will remain stable and weak in the short term.

3、 Future forecast

An isopropanol analyst from the Business Society Chemical Branch believes that the price of raw material acetone has risen after the holiday, providing strong cost support. The propylene market fluctuated and rose. The intention of holders to lower their prices has weakened, and the focus of their offers has shifted upwards. Downstream investors are mainly cautious and cautious in buying. It is expected that in the short term, the isopropanol market will mainly focus on consolidation and operation.

1、 Market price trend

Under the influence of the supply-demand game, the price of acrylic acid in the market shows a trend of strong oscillation. Specifically manifested as:

1. Price fluctuations: The price of acrylic acid in the market exhibits a fluctuating pattern of ups and downs at different time periods. This price fluctuation reflects the complex changes in the market under the influence of various factors such as supply and demand, raw material costs, production capacity and supply and demand, as well as policies and regulations.

2. Overall trend: Despite fluctuations in market prices, the overall trend is stable with an upward trend. As of February 11th, the benchmark price of acrylic acid in Shengyi Society was 7737.50 yuan/ton, an increase of 0.16% compared to the beginning of this month (7725.00 yuan/ton).

2、 Market supply and demand situation

1. Supply side:

In the short term, some maintenance units have plans to restart next week, and the expected supply on site is expected to increase narrowly compared to the current situation. It is expected that the capacity utilization rate will increase narrowly, and the short-term spot supply will still be tight.

2. Demand side:

At present, with the price of acrylic acid rising to a high level, downstream end users are mainly digesting contracts. However, the sustained high volatility of prices has forced some downstream companies to enter the market to replenish, and with some terminal factories reducing load or stopping operations, it is not ruled out that there may be the possibility of early stocking. The demand side is cautiously optimistic.

3、 Future prospects

1. Increased market competition: With the expansion of production capacity in the acrylic acid industry, market competition will become even more intense. Enterprises need to improve their market competitiveness through technological innovation, product structure adjustment, and other means.

2. Increased environmental requirements: With the increasing global emphasis on environmental protection and sustainable development, environmental requirements will become an important limiting factor for the development of the acrylic acid industry. Enterprises need to adopt environmentally friendly materials, optimize production processes, and other measures to reduce environmental pollution during the production process.

3. Industry chain collaboration: The collaboration and integration between upstream and downstream enterprises in the acrylic acid industry chain will be strengthened to enhance the competitiveness and profitability of the entire industry chain.

In summary, under the game of supply and demand, the acrylic acid market has shown a trend of strong oscillation in recent times. In the future, the acrylic acid industry will continue to maintain its growth trend, but market competition will also become more intense. Enterprises need to closely monitor market trends and actively respond to challenges posed by market competition and environmental requirements in order to achieve healthier and more sustainable development.

1、 Price trend

Taking the sulfuric acid method for producing pyrite type titanium dioxide with a large volume of goods in the domestic market as an example, according to data monitoring by Business Society, the focus of the domestic titanium dioxide market shifted upwards in early February. On February 1st, the average price of titanium dioxide was 14900 yuan/ton, and on February 10th, the average price of titanium dioxide was 15080 yuan/ton, with a price reduction of 1.21%.

2、 Market analysis

In early February, the domestic titanium dioxide market shifted its focus upwards. Returning after the holiday, the titanium dioxide market continues its upward trend from before the year, and downstream markets have not fully recovered. Titanium dioxide companies have gradually raised prices, and the market’s new prices remain firm. There is a wait-and-see sentiment in the market. As of now, a total of 22 companies in the factory have sent letters to adjust prices. Domestic sulfuric acid method for pyrite type titanium dioxide is often quoted between 14000-15700 yuan/ton; The quotation for rutile titanium dioxide is around 13000-13200 yuan/ton. The actual transaction price is negotiable on a case by case basis..

In terms of titanium concentrate, the price of raw materials rose in early February. The price of new orders in the titanium ore market is high, and the supply of low-priced goods is gradually decreasing. At present, downstream titanium dioxide factories have stable production, and enterprises mainly consume inventory first. Inquiries are relatively average, and the market is mostly wait-and-see. As of now, the transaction price of 46,10 titanium ore for small and medium-sized manufacturers is between 2050-2150 yuan/ton, the price of 47,20 titanium ore is between 2100-2200 yuan/ton, and the price of 38 titanium ore excluding tax is between 1450-1500 yuan/ton; It is expected that the overall supply of mainstream titanium ore in the Panxi region will remain tight in the short term, and the market is expected to have an upward trend.

3、 Future forecast

Business Society’s titanium dioxide analyst believes that in early February, the titanium dioxide market continued its upward trend from before the year, and the confidence in the titanium dioxide market was good. The price increase for new orders has basically landed. The price of raw material titanium concentrate has increased, and the price of sulfuric acid has risen, providing strong cost support. It is expected that the titanium dioxide market may continue to rise in the short term, and the actual transaction price is negotiable.

This week (2.1-2.8), the nickel market continued to fluctuate at a low level, and the upward trend of nickel prices continued after the holiday. According to the monitoring of nickel prices by Shengyi Society, on February 8th, spot nickel was reported at 128700 yuan/ton, with a weekly increase of 3.36%.

Macro level: The game between China and the United States has increased, and China has imposed 10% -15% tariffs on some US goods. The United States has postponed the imposition of import tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, easing concerns about tariffs and boosting the weak US dollar, leading to a continued rise in nickel prices.

Supply side: The Philippine Senate has approved the ban on raw ore exports. If the bill is officially implemented, the Philippines may ban nickel ore exports in five years, causing market concerns to ferment.

The surplus of pure nickel continues, and domestic and foreign inventories continue to accumulate. On February 7th, the inventory of Shanghai nickel warehouse receipts was 29465 tons, an increase of 1199 tons during the week; On February 7th, LME nickel inventory was 175710 tons, an increase of 3408 tons for the week.

Demand side: The atmosphere of the Spring Festival has not yet ended, and downstream work is gradually resuming, so the market activity is slightly lacking. After the holiday, the price of stainless steel slightly increased, and stainless steel continued to accumulate inventory, causing the market to fluctuate at a low level.

Market forecast: Macro and emotional factors continue to affect price trends, and post holiday market trading heat also needs to improve. Supply surplus and inventory pressure are expected, and nickel prices are expected to fluctuate in the low range.