【冠通期货研究报告】芳烃日报：延续偏强走势，谨防回调风险-20260129

Report Summary Industry Investment Rating - The report maintains a cautious bullish view on pure benzene and styrene but warns of potential pullback risks [4] Core Viewpoints - The aromatic hydrocarbon market continues its strong trend, but investors should be wary of pullback risks due to high price increases and potential future plant restarts [1][4] Content Summary by Section Fundamental Analysis - As of the week ending January 22, China's styrene plant output was 349,300 tons, a 1.72% decrease from the previous week, and the capacity utilization rate was 69.63%, down 1.23%. Overall production declined due to an unexpected shutdown in North China, a slight increase in Northeast China, and a decrease in South China [1] - For EPS, as of January 22, the capacity utilization rate was 58.71%, up 4.66%. Amid the off - season for downstream demand, the trading atmosphere was poor [1] - For PS, the capacity utilization rate was 57.3%, down 0.1%. Although some plants resumed or restarted, others reduced production lines. Supply was temporarily stable, but inventory increased as sales were average [1] - For ABS, the capacity utilization rate was 66.8%, down 3%. Supply remained tight, and prices rebounded after the holiday with increased inquiries and trading volume. UPR capacity utilization rate was 38%, down 1%, and butadiene - styrene rubber开工 was 82.92%, unchanged [2] Macroeconomic Analysis - The Fed kept interest rates in the 3.5 - 3.75% range in January. Some members supported a 25 - basis - point rate cut. Powell said the policy would depend on data and suggested that successors stay away from politics [3] - The EIA gasoline inventory in the US for the week ending January 23 recorded the largest decline since November 7, 2025, and it was the 11th consecutive week of increase. Domestic crude oil production was at its lowest since October 31, 2025 [3] Futures and Spot Market Analysis - Pure benzene and styrene continued to strengthen. The supply - demand situation of pure benzene improved marginally, and port inventory started to decline. A cautious bullish view is maintained, with opportunities for low - buying after pullbacks. However, due to high price increases and potential future plant restarts, pullback risks should be watched [4]