Group 1 - Styrene futures experienced a rapid increase, reaching a peak of 7492.00 yuan, with a current price of 7340.00 yuan, reflecting a rise of 3.05% [1] - New Lake Futures indicates a shift in market sentiment towards optimism, driven by macroeconomic signals and a slight increase in production prices [2] - The supply-demand balance for styrene is currently weak, with expectations of gradual improvement in operating rates in May and June, but potential volatility remains [2] Group 2 - Wenkang Futures notes that the cost of pure benzene is rising, with prices at 5585 yuan/ton in Shandong and 5975 yuan/ton in East China, indicating upward pressure on styrene prices [3] - The absolute inventory of styrene at ports is low, and macroeconomic improvements are contributing to the price rebound [3] - The operational suggestion is to treat the current rebound cautiously, as downstream production plans are weakening [3]