Amid continued firming trends for key PP and LLDPE contracts on the Dalian Commodity Exchange, driven by the government's broad economic stimulus measures, Chinese bidders have shown increased interest in auctions for coal-based materials.
Industry sources indicate that the hike in export prices reflects the producer's lack of inventory pressure, bolstered by strong sales in the previous month. Despite the hike, falling ocean freight rates have helped stabilize import prices across key markets.
Traders have highlighted that the local market is unlikely to see relief in the near term, as supply constraints persist and alternative sources remain limited. This situation is expected to further strain local converters, who are already grappling with dwindling end-product demand.
Key contracts for PP and LLDPE on the Dalian Commodity Exchange showed gains throughout the morning session, lending support to market sentiment on the Shenhua Auction Platform. However, the impact on purchasing interest for coal-based PP and PE cargoes has been mixed.