For the Quarter Ending June 2026
Polyolefin Plastomer (POP) Prices in North America
- In USA, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 11.78% quarter-over-quarter, driven by ethylene feedstock strength.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 3163.33/MT, reflecting weighted monthly averages.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price oscillated as producers adjusted offers while ethylene and hexene spreads shifted rapidly.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast anticipates modest near-term weakness before seasonal restocking supports gradual recovery into autumn.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend rose with ethylene inflation, while hexene declines offered offsetting cost relief.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook varied, with strong packaging demand offsetting weaker Latin American export inquiries.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index reflected comfortable inventories, high Gulf Coast runs, and competitive export availability.
- Producers operated at elevated utilization with no major outages, maintaining supply flows and constraining price momentum.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in June 2026 in North America?
- Abundant Gulf Coast supply and high runs increased availability, pressuring spot prices and seller offers.
- Marginal hexene declines insufficiently offset ethylene-driven production costs amid weakening export demand and persistent oversupply.
- Buyers postponed spot procurement after earlier restocking, reducing uptake while logistics remained fluid supporting deliveries.
Polyolefin Plastomer (POP) Prices in APAC
- In China, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 11.47% quarter-over-quarter, driven by ethylene feedstock.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 3143.33/MT on CFR Qingdao basis.
- Exporters increased shipments as margins recovered, pressuring Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price and prompting trader destocking.
- Container freight increases eroded margins, reflected in the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index and landed costs.
- Hexene and ethylene declines improved Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend, prompting exporters to cut offers.
- Chinese flexible packaging and hygiene-film demand softened, weakening the Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook, reducing procurement.
- Short-term momentum points to discounted offers; the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast indicates gradual recovery later this year.
- Stable Singapore and Gulf producer operations kept supply ample, limiting upside for Polyolefin Plastomer prices.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in June 2026 in APAC?
- Ample arrivals from Singapore, Saudi Arabia raised supply, prompting competitive offers and lowering spot prices.
- Declining Hexene and ethylene costs cut production costs, enabling exporters to reduce offers into China.
- Weak downstream demand from packaging and hygiene-film converters left inventories elevated, sustaining bearish pricing pressure.
India
- In India, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 7.89% quarter-over-quarter, driven by feedstock costs.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price eased in June as Hexene-1 and currency reduced import costs significantly.
Polyolefin Plastomer (POP) Prices in Europe
- In Spain, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 10.5853% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting tighter regional supply.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2960.00/MT, FOB Barcelona assessments.
- Higher ethylene and hexene contract talks lifted the Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend during quarter.
- Increased US and Middle East imports eased tightness, pressuring the Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price downward.
- Seasonal agricultural film finish and weak manufacturing softened the Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook across converters.
- Lower ethylene contract settlements enabled discounts, shifting the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index lower by June.
- Market expectations suggest recovery; the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast anticipates modest strength after summer restocking.
- Port warehouse draws and constrained domestic capacity supported FOB offers despite periodic import competition levels
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in June 2026 in Europe?
- Abundant Northwest European availability with steady Tarragona production increased spot supply, pressuring Polyolefin Plastomer offers.
- Lower ethylene contracts reduced costs, enabling exporters to offer discounts, weighing on Polyolefin Plastomer pricing.
- Reduced converter buying after agricultural film season and weak manufacturing curtailed demand, amplifying downward momentum.
Germany
- In Germany, Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 10.66% quarter-over-quarter, driven by ethylene feedstock increases.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price weakened June as Benelux and US imports pressured Hamburg delivered netbacks.
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Polyolefin Plastomer (POP) Prices in North America
- In USA, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 6.66% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting feedstock-driven cost pass-through.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2830.00/MT on FOB USGC
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price firmed as producers limited supply amid rising hexene and ethylene costs.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend registered upward pressure from hexene increases and stronger polymer-grade ethylene.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook balanced as packaging and hygiene converters maintained steady procurement and utilization.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast signals modest volatility with feedstock sensitivity and geopolitical risks influencing offers.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index strengthened as export enquiries tightened merchant availability and elevated pricing discipline.
- Producers operated high Gulf Coast rates, preserving margins while selectively allocating cargoes to higher-netback markets.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in March 2026 in North America?
- Sharp ethylene cost increases pushed variable production costs higher, prompting producers to raise spot offers.
- Robust export enquiries and limited merchant availability tightened domestic supply, elevating Price Index in March.
- No major outages occurred, yet hexene feedstock cost rises transmitted into margins and seller offers.
Polyolefin Plastomer (POP) Prices in APAC
- In China, Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 8.88% quarter-over-quarter, driven by ethylene cost rises.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2820.00/MT, reflecting import pass-through.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price firmed as exporters tightened spot allocations amid elevated cracker costs and limited cargoes.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast indicates near-term upside supported by sustained packaging demand and constrained availability.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend shows pressure from ethylene and naphtha cost escalation, squeezing margins.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook remains firm as packaging and hygiene converters maintain procurement into Q1.
- Inventory tightness and prioritized contract shipments lifted the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index, shortening lead times.
- Improved freight and currency moves marginally offset feedstock-driven increases, affecting import competitiveness versus domestic supply.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Sharp ethylene spike raised cracker costs, prompting exporters to curtail spot allocations and raise offers.
- Unplanned Middle-East and ASEAN turnarounds tightened availability, intensifying competition for limited import cargoes into China.
- Freight easing and weaker currency reduced landed costs, but feedstock pressures dominated March price movements.
Polyolefin Plastomer (POP) Prices in Europe
- In Spain, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 9.6994% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting further tightened supply conditions.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2676.67/MT, reflecting seller-advantaged conditions.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price tightened as premiums widened and Northwest Europe outages reduced FOB parcels.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast indicates near-term firmness amid seasonal demand and ongoing maintenance-related supply constraints and logistical friction.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend rose due to firmer ethylene settlements and Iberian electricity tariffs.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook remains firm as agricultural-film and packaging converters front-loaded purchases for spring.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index reflected thin inventories and redirected flows from Belgian and Dutch turnarounds.
- Elevated war-risk premia and insurance costs increased arbitrage friction, reinforcing seller-advantaged pricing for regional exports.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Snug domestic supply from a single Tarragona reactor and Northwest Europe turnarounds tightened spot availability.
- Higher ethylene settlements and Iberian electricity costs increased production cash costs, prompting sellers to pass-through.
- Regional export demand from Mediterranean neighbours and front-loaded seasonal buying absorbed volumes, limiting inventory relief.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
North America
- In USA, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index fell by 1.24% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting subdued demand overall.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2653.33/MT, reflecting stable availability.
- Spot Price remained pressured as converters delayed purchases, keeping the Price Index subdued during December.
- Price Forecast indicates modest volatility as seasonal restocking competes with promotional discounts into early Q1.
- Production Cost Trend eased slightly as ethylene and hexene softened, limiting pass-through to resin offers.
- Demand Outlook remains cautious as packaging restocking offsets weak discretionary and automotive procurement activity overall.
- Export bookings to Mexico and Brazil absorbed volumes; inventories remained moderate, sustaining stable Price Index.
- Producers maintained high operating rates and offered grade-specific promotions plus tactical discounts to defend volumes.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in December 2025 in North America?
- Balanced supply and high operating rates limited downward pressure despite export bookings absorbing volumes.
- Softer ethylene and hexene reduced production costs, constraining producers from cutting offers during December.
- Year-end packaging restocking and export demand offset muted discretionary industrial purchasing and promotional discounting.
APAC
- In China, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index fell by 0.26% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting muted demand and inventory draws.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2590.00/MT based on CFR Qingdao assessments.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price remained competitive as import offers tightened and Qingdao inventories stayed thin.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast expects year-end restocking followed by short post-holiday destocking and volatility.
- Observed Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend showed stable ethylene with minor hexene easing supporting margins.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook steady as packaging and hygiene-film restocking offsets selective automotive offtake continued.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index firmed during December as import offers rose port inventories tightened.
- Export enquiries to Southeast Asia increased, diverting volumes and supporting CFR offer levels into year-end.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Tighter import offers and thin Qingdao port inventories pushed landed prices higher amid year-end procurement.
- Stable ethylene feedstock reduced cost relief, allowing exporters to defend margins and raise CFR offers.
- Pre-holiday packaging and hygiene-film restocking increased buying urgency, tightening prompt market balances and availability sharply.
Europe
- In Spain, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index fell by 1.081% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting muted demand conditions.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2440.00/MT, per market participants.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price showed subdued activity as buyers delayed purchases awaiting clearer year-end signals.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast points to modest upside from pre-holiday restocking and increased export enquiries.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend stayed muted as ethylene stability limited immediate cost pass-through pressure.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook is balanced to firm, supported by high-performance films and automotive interiors.
- Lower inventories and steady exports tightened supply, lifting the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index modestly higher.
- Producers maintained normal operating rates, while selective maintenance overseas diverted volumes and supported firmer offers.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in December 2025 in Europe?
- Tight regional availability from limited POP capacity and maintenance elsewhere reduced inventories, supporting higher offers.
- Steady export flows to European markets diverted domestic volumes, tightening balances and elevating FOB Barcelona.
- Stable feedstock costs limited production cost pressure, so demand-driven restocking and consumption dictated net price rise.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
- In the USA, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 2.8% quarter-over-quarter, driven by feedstock increases.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2686.67/MT, FOB USGC basis.
- Steady domestic output but rising ethylene caused Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend increase margin pressure.
- High distributor stocks constrained trading volumes; the Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price showed only modest appreciation.
- Competitive imports and export restocking pressured offers, generating volatility in the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index.
- Producers operated without major shutdowns, yet feedstock-driven costs compressed margins across Polyolefin Plastomer supply chain.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in September 2025 in North America?
- Rising ethylene prices increased production expenses, creating upward pressure on offers despite moderate domestic demand.
- Elevated distributor inventories and downstream purchasing limited spot activity, restraining Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index momentum.
- Reduced export restocking and import competition, combined with port delays, constrained external uptake and rebalancing.
APAC
- In China, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 1.3% quarter-over-quarter, from restocking and logistics.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2596.67/MT, reflecting regional availability
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price firmed in regions due to port congestion limiting prompt import availability.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend saw upward pressure from higher naphtha and ethylene costs recently
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index reflected inventory builds, steady imports, uneven inland distribution due to delays
- Local production remained marginal while import volumes stabilized, keeping market balance sensitive to shipment timing.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Logistical delays at eastern ports created temporary regional tightness despite overall sufficient import volumes and stable inventories.
- Moderate restocking by packaging buyers and cautious automotive procurement supported prices amid uneven downstream demand recovery.
- Higher naphtha and ethylene feedstock costs plus rising freight exerted cost pressure supporting seller offers
Europe
- In Spain, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index fell by 0.8% quarter-over-quarter, pressuring demand weakness.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2466.67/MT, influenced by imports.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price was rangebound as Price Index showed limited movement amid ample inventories.
- Elevated inventories limited export demand, constraining Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price despite a firmer Price Index.
- Stable domestic operating rates balanced supply while feedstock volatility pressured Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend.
- Port congestion and delayed imports tightened available stocks, supporting a firmer Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in September 2025 in Europe?
- Weak downstream procurement across packaging and automotive reduced demand, significantly pressuring Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index.
- Steady feedstock costs with rising naphtha supported production expenses, influencing Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend.
- Logistical delays and port congestion restricted imports, tightening availability and supporting Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price.
