Core Viewpoint - The recent significant increase in industrial silicon prices is driven by improved market sentiment and downstream demand, although the acceptance of rapid price increases by downstream sectors remains limited [1][2]. Group 1: Price Movement - The main contract price for industrial silicon rose from 8745 CNY/ton to 9525 CNY/ton, an increase of 8.92% during the week of July 17-23, 2025 [1]. - The national average price reached 9378 CNY/ton, up by 527 CNY/ton, with specific grades showing price increases: 553 grade at 9202 CNY/ton (+600 CNY/ton), 441 grade at 8852 CNY/ton (+500 CNY/ton), and 421 grade at 9785 CNY/ton (+360 CNY/ton) [1]. - FOB prices increased by 25-90 USD/ton [1]. Group 2: Supply and Demand Dynamics - Supply-side factors include the resumption of production at northern major plants and increased production plans in southern regions due to positive price impacts [1]. - Demand-side factors show a slight decrease in industrial silicon demand due to unexpected maintenance at a single unit in Shandong, while the operating rate of polysilicon plants has slightly increased, stabilizing overall demand from the three major downstream sectors [1]. - Despite the price increase, the downstream sectors' acceptance of rapid price hikes is limited, and industry inventory pressures remain, suggesting limited upward price potential for industrial silicon [2].
【安泰科】工业硅周评—现货价格大幅上涨 市场情绪回暖（2025年7月23日）
中国有色金属工业协会硅业分会·2025-07-23 09:10