DHE(SZ:002221) Qi Huo Ri Bao·2025-07-09 12:09Group 1 - The launch of propylene futures and options on July 22, 2025, marks a significant development in the domestic futures market, providing essential risk management tools for upstream and downstream enterprises in the propylene industry [1][2] - The first batch of propylene futures contracts includes PL2601 to PL2607, with a trading unit of 20 tons per contract and a minimum price fluctuation of 1 yuan per ton [1] - The introduction of propylene futures and options is expected to enhance the price discovery function and improve market liquidity, supporting the sustainable development of the industry [2][3] Group 2 - Major players in the propylene industry, such as Sinopec and Donghua Energy, view the launch as a means to fill the gap in risk management and to lock in procurement or sales prices, mitigating risks from market volatility [2][3] - The listing of propylene futures is anticipated to strengthen China's international pricing influence and provide effective risk management tools for domestic companies engaged in international trade [4] - Industry experts believe that the introduction of these financial instruments will inject new momentum into the healthy development of the propylene industry chain, enhancing its resilience and facilitating industry transformation [4]