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Styrene Prices: During the Quarter Ending December 2023

North America

Throughout the final quarter of 2023, the North American Styrene market exhibited stability, characterized by a balanced supply and demand landscape. Various factors influenced market dynamics, including limited market off-take and decreased international demand, potentially leading to price reductions.

The market trend in Mexico showcased a decline, with a 3.5% decrease in November followed by a further 1.5% decrease in December. Despite this, Mexico's styrene market remained buoyant, with a moderate to high demand for the product.

In the US, the styrene market continued its downward trajectory as the quarter came to a close. This decline suggests a shift from distribution to a phase of reduced prices. Overseas buyers approached procurement cautiously, while sellers capitalized on strategic short positions. Substantial inventories among end-users further contributed to a slowdown in trading activities. The latest price for Styrene CFR Manzanillo in Mexico at the end of the quarter stood at USD 1174/MT.

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APAC

The Styrene market in the APAC region experienced a downward trend throughout Q4 2023 due to factors such as surplus product supplies, weak demand, and limited market uptake. A slight decrease in new orders from other Asian markets prompted participants to reassess and lower prices.

Japan witnessed the most significant price change, with a 3.2% decline in Styrene FOB-Tokyo attributed to high supply and weak demand. However, demand remained strong from downstream industries such as PS, EPS, and ABS. Weakness in upstream crude oil prices and currency depreciation further impacted market fundamentals. Price changes from the previous year and quarter were negligible, with the quarter ending price of Styrene FOB Tokyo in Japan at USD 1051/MT.

Europe

In Q4 2023, the European Styrene market experienced price declines due to surplus supplies, weak demand, and declining regional uptake. Depreciation of feedstock prices and reduced crude oil prices contributed to lower production costs.

The Dutch Styrene market saw a significant decrease in market value, despite resilient fundamentals in downstream sectors. Prices in the Netherlands decreased by 18% from the previous quarter, with a 6% decrease in the second half compared to the first half. The quarter ended with a price of Styrene FOB Rotterdam in the Netherlands at USD 1033/MT, with no significant plant shutdown reported.

MEA

While prices increased overall from the previous quarter, Q4 2023 saw a decline in styrene prices in the MEA region. Challenges included declining demand from Asia leading to market saturation and a reduction in product pricing.

Saudi Arabia experienced a 3% decline in pricing, with stability maintained due to moderate supply. Factors contributing to the price decline included subdued buying appetite and ample material availability. Supply chain adjustments were made to prevent oversupply. The quarter concluded with the latest price of Styrene FOB Dammam in Saudi Arabia at USD 962/MT.

South America

The South American Styrene market witnessed a declining trend with subdued prices, reflecting decreased interest from consumers in further investment. This decline was due to weak demand from downstream sectors and an oversupply scenario leading to ample inventories.

In Brazil, market fundamentals remained sluggish, with balanced supply and demand dynamics. Despite fluctuations in crude oil prices and higher freight charges, the market trended weakly due to lackluster performance from downstream enterprises. The quarter ended with the latest price of Styrene CFR Santos in Brazil at USD 1181/MT, with a 1% decrease from the previous quarter.

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