生意社：本周纯苯市场价格小幅震荡（11.3-11.8）

Core Viewpoint - The pure benzene market in Shandong experienced slight fluctuations this week, with a minor price decline of 0.19% from 5212 CNY/ton to 5202 CNY/ton by the end of the week [2][3]. Market Analysis - The price of pure benzene at Sinopec's East and South China refineries was reduced by 150 CNY/ton, now set at 5300 CNY/ton. The market is currently characterized by weak stability, with local refineries in Shandong facing poor sales and subsequently lowering their prices [3]. - Overall, the consumption side of pure benzene is showing weakness, leading to a general lack of trading activity in the market [3]. Downstream and Future Predictions - On November 6, international crude oil futures saw a decline, with WTI crude oil settling at 59.43 USD/barrel, down by 0.17 USD or 0.3%, and Brent crude oil at 63.38 USD/barrel, down by 0.14 USD or 0.2% [4]. - The external market for pure benzene on November 6 showed a decrease in FOB Korea by 4 to 646 USD/ton and CFR China down by 3 to 664 USD/ton. Conversely, FOB Rotterdam increased by 1 to 675 USD/ton, and FOB US Gulf rose by 1 to 246 cents/gallon [4]. - The short-term outlook for pure benzene prices is expected to remain slightly volatile, with cautious trading as market participants await updates on cost and demand factors. Continuous monitoring of crude oil prices, external market trends, and changes in downstream demand will be crucial for assessing the impact on pure benzene prices [4].