Oil slipped over 2% as US-Iran talks and Easter lull heightened caution

22 Apr 2025 The shift in sentiment followed reports that Washington and Tehran had agreed to begin drafting a framework for a possible nuclear agreement—raising the possibility of softer US restrictions on Iranian energy flows.

22 Apr 2025

Dalian Commodity Exchange: 22 April 2025

The 2505 for May 2025 delivery contract on Dalian Commodity Exchange on 22 April 2025 settled as follows:

21 Apr 2025

Dalian Commodity Exchange: 21 April 2025

The 2505 for May 2025 delivery contract on Dalian Commodity Exchange on 21 April 2025 settled as follows:

18 Apr 2025

Oil extended gains on Iran supply concerns and trade deal hopes

The rally was underpinned by escalating US pressure on Iran’s energy exports, as Washington announced fresh sanctions targeting Chinese firms accused of importing Iranian crude.

18 Apr 2025

Media: Lotte Chemical exits POE business amid fierce Chinese competition

South Korea’s Lotte Chemical Corporation has officially exited the polyolefin elastomer (POE) business, citing strained margins amid intensifying competition from Chinese producers.