Report Industry Investment Ratings - Propylene, Polyolefins, Styrene, PTA, Short Fiber, Bottle Chip, Methanol, Urea, PVC, and Glass are rated ☆☆☆, indicating a clearer long/short trend and relatively appropriate investment opportunities currently [1]. - Pure Benzene is rated ☆☆☆, suggesting a clearer long/short trend and relatively appropriate investment opportunities currently [1]. - Ethylene Glycol is rated ☆☆☆, meaning a clearer long/short trend and relatively appropriate investment opportunities currently [1]. - Caustic Soda is rated ☆☆☆, indicating a clearer long/short trend and relatively appropriate investment opportunities currently [1]. - Soda Ash is rated ☆☆☆, suggesting a clearer long/short trend and relatively appropriate investment opportunities currently [1]. Report's Core View - In the chemical industry, different products present diverse market conditions. Some products have positive short - term trends but face long - term supply - demand imbalances, while others are affected by factors such as weather, downstream demand, and production capacity changes [2][3][5]. Summary by Related Catalogs Olefins - Polyolefins - Propylene futures rose slightly. Supply is increasing, but lower prices led to better low - price sales. Polyolefins futures also rose slightly. Polyethylene has inventory pressure, and polypropylene's supply is still ample despite some improvement in the packaging sector [2]. Pure Benzene - Styrene - Pure benzene futures rebounded slightly. Its weekly production decreased, and port inventory declined, but high import expectations and poor downstream profits weakened the outlook. Styrene futures rose slightly but remained below the 5 - day moving average, with sufficient supply and weak demand [3]. Polyester - PX's strong supply - demand expectations weakened, but an oil price rebound drove up PX and PTA prices. PTA's profitability is poor. Ethylene glycol prices fell, with weak expectations. Short - fiber new capacity is limited, and demand is improving. Bottle - chip production was affected by typhoons, but long - term over - capacity is a concern [5]. Coal Chemical Industry - Methanol stopped falling. Port unloading was slow, and MTO plant operations increased, leading to port de - stocking. However, high port inventory limited price increases. Urea prices rose, but supply still exceeded demand, and the export window is closing [6]. Chlor - Alkali - PVC's supply - demand is loose, with high inventory. It may show a weak and volatile trend. Caustic soda has a weak current situation but strong future expectations, and the 2510 - 2601 spread may widen [7]. Soda Ash - Glass - Soda ash rose with glass. Soda ash production is expected to increase, and long - term supply is excessive. Glass prices rose due to industry meetings and planned price hikes. In the short - term, it may be strong, but long - term trends depend on capacity reduction [8].

Report Industry Investment Rating - No specific industry investment rating is provided in the report. Core Viewpoints - The price of ethylene glycol (EG) has increased due to more EG plant shutdowns in Iran and the upward movement of crude oil prices caused by geopolitical conflicts. The EG futures and spot prices have both risen, with the main contract closing at 4400 yuan/ton (+0.59% from the previous trading day) and the East China spot price at 4470 yuan/ton (+0.74% from the previous trading day). The cost - push effect on EG is significant, and the EG market has shown an upward trend. The production profit of ethylene - based EG is - 40 dollars/ton (down 3 dollars/ton from the previous period), while that of coal - based syngas EG is 117 yuan/ton (up 11 yuan/ton from the previous period). [1] - In terms of inventory, different data sources show a decline in EG inventory at the East China main ports. The actual arrivals at the main ports last week were 10.8 million tons, and the planned arrivals this week are 10.0 million tons. The inventory is expected to remain stable, but attention should be paid to the arrival rhythm under the influence of Iranian plant shutdowns. [2] - Regarding the overall supply - demand fundamentals, the domestic supply will gradually recover in June, with a low overall load and a positive de - stocking situation. Overseas supply is affected by the Iranian plant shutdowns due to geopolitical conflicts. On the demand side, there are new maintenance plans for bottle - chip factories, resulting in weak demand expectations. [2] - The trading strategy suggests a short - term long position, with a focus on the further evolution of geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East. There are no specific strategies for inter - period or inter - variety trading. [3] Summary by Directory Price and Basis - The main EG contract closed at 4400 yuan/ton (+26 yuan/ton, +0.59% from the previous trading day), and the East China spot price was 4470 yuan/ton (+33 yuan/ton, +0.74% from the previous trading day). The East China spot basis (based on the 2509 contract) was 85 yuan/ton (down 1 yuan/ton from the previous period). [1] Production Profit and Operating Rate - The production profit of ethylene - based EG is - 40 dollars/ton (down 3 dollars/ton from the previous period), and that of coal - based syngas EG is 117 yuan/ton (up 11 yuan/ton from the previous period). [1] International Price Difference - No specific data or analysis on international price differences are provided in the text other than the mention of the chart "Ethylene glycol international price difference: US FOB - China CFR". [19] Downstream Production and Sales and Operating Rate - There are new maintenance plans for bottle - chip factories, indicating weak demand expectations. Attention should be paid to the polyester production reduction actions after the significant rebound of raw materials and the restart progress of large EG plants. [2] Inventory Data - According to CCF data, the EG inventory at the East China main ports was 61.6 million tons (down 1.8 million tons from the previous period), and according to Longzhong data, it was 56.4 million tons (down 3.4 million tons from the previous period). The actual arrivals at the main ports last week were 10.8 million tons, and the planned arrivals this week are 10.0 million tons. The inventory is expected to remain stable. [2]

Report Industry Investment Ratings - Polypropylene: ★★★ [1] - Styrene: ★★★ [1] - PTA: ★☆☆ [1] - Short Fiber: ★☆☆ [1] - Methanol: ★★★ [1] - Urea: ☆☆☆ [1] - PVC: ★★★ [1] - Caustic Soda: ★☆☆ [1] - Glass: ★★★ [1] - Soda Ash: ★☆☆ [1] Core Views - The methanol market is expected to be weak and volatile, with the possibility of tight supply in East China ports due to the ship - age limit [2]. - Urea prices are falling due to weak downstream demand and lower - than - expected export demand [3]. - The polyolefin market has weak fundamentals, with supply pressure and limited demand [4]. - PX and PTA are expected to be under pressure, and PTA can consider far - month reverse spreads [6]. - Ethylene glycol market sentiment is weak with port inventory accumulation and possible weakening demand [6]. - Short fiber prices follow raw materials, and there is a possibility of enterprise production cuts in the off - season [6]. - Bottle - grade PET may face inventory accumulation pressure, and industry production cuts may be realized [6]. - PVC futures prices may fluctuate at a low level due to weak supply - demand patterns [7]. - Caustic soda futures prices are under pressure at a high level due to high - supply and general non - aluminum demand [7]. - Glass prices are weak, and cautious operation is recommended [8]. - Soda ash futures prices are expected to be mainly bearish with supply pressure [8]. Summary by Related Catalogs Methanol - Coastal basis continues to strengthen, with high import arrivals, increased port inventory, and sufficient domestic supply. The market is expected to be weak and volatile, and the impact of the ship - age limit in Jiangsu Maritime needs attention [2]. Urea - Futures prices have been falling. Agricultural demand is scattered, industrial demand is weakening, and production enterprises are accumulating inventory. Exports are advancing slowly, and prices are declining [3]. Polyolefins - Futures contracts fluctuate narrowly. Polyethylene has medium - to - high maintenance losses, and supply pressure remains. Demand in the agricultural film sector is in the off - season, and inventory may accumulate slightly [4]. Styrene - Futures contracts rebound. The cost side has no obvious one - way drive, supply is expected to increase, and demand may also increase slightly, resulting in a stalemate [5]. Polyester - PX and PTA are under pressure due to upstream production increases and downstream load reductions. PTA can consider far - month reverse spreads. Ethylene glycol has inventory accumulation and weak market sentiment. Short fiber orders are weak, and bottle - grade PET may face inventory pressure and production cuts [6]. Chlor - Alkali - PVC prices are rising due to cost increases but may fluctuate at a low level due to supply pressure and weak demand. Caustic soda has high - supply and general non - aluminum demand, with prices under pressure at a high level [7]. Glass and Soda Ash - Glass prices are falling, with weak production and sales. Attention should be paid to production line changes. Soda ash prices are weak, with supply expected to increase and downstream replenishment willingness being weak [8].

Group 1: Report Summary - Report Title: Styrene Weekly Report - EB: Weak Supply-Demand Expectations, Focus on Raw Material Resonance Opportunities [1] - Core View: Crude oil is expected to be weak in the medium term under Trump's policy, suppressing the valuation of chemical products. Pure benzene's supply-demand situation shows short-term marginal improvement but still faces pressure, dragging down the styrene price. Styrene's downstream demand is weak, and the supply-demand balance is under pressure. In the medium term, the terminal pressure will gradually emerge due to tariff effects, and high-cost styrene may face resistance. [5] - Strategy Suggestion: Maintain a short position on styrene, with the upper resistance level for the near-month contract at 7300. Sell the EB2506-C-8000 option. [6] Group 2: Pure Benzene 2025 Production Plan - Multiple companies in various provinces have plans to expand pure benzene, styrene, and their downstream production capacities in 2025, including Shandong Yulong Petrochemical, ExxonMobil in Guangdong, etc. [8] March - May 2025 Device Dynamics - Many pure benzene production devices are scheduled for maintenance from March to May 2025, resulting in a net reduction in supply and demand during this period, with a slight inventory drawdown. [10][11] Supply, Inventory, and Price - From January to April this year, the cumulative pure benzene production was 718.5 million tons, a year-on-year increase of 6.11%. As of May 9, the capacity utilization rate was 73.25%, and the weekly production was 401,600 tons. The port inventory remained at 120,000 tons without significant change. [45] - South Korea's exports of pure benzene to China have remained at a high level, and the inventory drawdown has been slow due to high production and imports. [28][34] Downstream Situation - The weighted average operating rate of pure benzene downstream industries has rebounded recently with the restart of styrene devices. However, the overall profit is weak, with adipic acid and caprolactam still experiencing significant losses, and styrene's profit has improved but remains below the break-even point. [46][57] Group 3: Styrene Futures and Spot Market - The spot price and basis of styrene show certain fluctuations, and the monthly spread and registered warehouse receipts also have corresponding changes. [63] Supply and Profit - The monthly and weekly production of styrene and the operating rate show upward trends in general. The non-integrated and integrated profits of styrene and the styrene-pure benzene spread also fluctuate. [68][71][72] Import and Export - With the shutdown of multiple styrene devices in Asia, China has gradually shifted from a net importer to a net exporter of styrene in the past five years, and exports have continued from April to May. [80] Inventory - The port inventory of styrene has continued to decline, with relatively limited year-on-year pressure, while the factory inventory is under pressure. [81] Downstream Situation - The high capacity growth rate of 3S (PS, EPS, ABS) has intensified competition, and the high production has supported the demand for styrene. However, the industry is facing profit compression, and the current downstream is characterized by low profit and high inventory, indicating limited terminal demand. [86][90] - The prices of 3S products have weakened, but the estimated profit has strengthened due to the significant fluctuations in styrene prices. [91] - The high production of 3S has led to a significant increase in inventory, indicating resistance in demand transmission, and the support for styrene demand may weaken marginally. [96][99] Terminal Market - After the implementation of tariffs, exports are likely to be restricted, and domestic demand depends on subsidy policies. The domestic and export sales of home appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators, and washing machines show certain trends. [100]