1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information about the industry investment rating is provided in the reports. 2. Core Views Polyolefins - The market is in a strong cost - support, supply - contraction expectation, and weak real - demand game. Prices are expected to maintain high - level wide - range fluctuations. If the geopolitical tension persists, the price is likely to rise, and chemical products may increase more strongly than crude oil. The 05 contract is expected to perform well [1]. PVC and Caustic Soda - For caustic soda, the short - term market rise is due to the optimistic expectation from the geopolitical conflict. The supply is decreasing, and there is a possibility of price increase, but beware of the market decline when the situation eases. For PVC, the cost is rising, the supply is slightly increasing, the demand is improving, and the price has an upward trend in the short term, but also beware of cost collapse [2]. Urea - The urea spot price is relatively stable near the guidance price, and the futures price fluctuates greatly affected by energy - chemical commodities. The fundamentals change little, and the supply pressure remains. The price will follow the trend of crude - chemical products and may be strong in the short term [3]. PX, PTA, MEG, etc. - The Middle - East situation affects the supply of PX, leading to a decline in PTA load. MEG has a high probability of de - stocking in March - April. The prices of polyester products are affected by oil prices and fluctuate greatly. Strategies such as long positions plus put options can be considered [4]. Glass and Soda Ash - Soda ash has a situation of strong supply and weak demand, and the market is expected to fluctuate, with a reference range of 1150 - 1300. Glass has a good de - stocking situation, and the price center has slightly increased. It is recommended to wait and see and consider low - buying after the macro is stable [5]. Crude Oil - In the short term, the oil price maintains the pattern of "policy control + geopolitical support". If the Strait of Hormuz blockade continues for 4 weeks, the supply shortage may intensify, and the oil price may still have strong upward momentum. It is recommended to go long on dips [8]. Pure Benzene and Styrene - The supply of pure benzene is expected to decrease, and the supply - demand situation is expected to improve. The price follows the oil price. For styrene, the supply is high, and the profit is under pressure. Both can consider long positions plus put options strategies [9]. Methanol - The current price is mainly dominated by supply interruption expectations and risk sentiment. The follow - up trend depends on the actual progress of the geopolitical conflict. The 05 - end inventory is expected to be moderately low [10]. LPG - No overall view on LPG is clearly stated in the report. Natural Rubber - The new rubber supply is gradually released, and the raw material price is strong. The demand has uncertainties. The price is expected to fluctuate in the range of 16500 - 17500 [12]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Polyolefins - **Price Changes**: L2605, L2609, PP2605, and PP2609 prices all increased on March 13 compared to March 12, with L2605 up 2.19%, L2609 up 2.66%, PP2605 up 3.61%, and PP2609 up 4.09% [1]. - **Inventory and开工率**: PE device operating rate decreased by 5.20% to 82.39%, while the downstream weighted operating rate increased by 18.20% to 33.83%. PE enterprise inventory increased by 7.31% to 57.54 million tons, and social inventory decreased by 1.56% to 66.29 million tons. PP device operating rate decreased by 5.95% to 69.98%, and the powder - material operating rate increased by 14.53% to 31.35 [1]. PVC and Caustic Soda - **Price Changes**: The prices of Shandong 50% liquid caustic soda, East - China PVC (both calcium - carbide and ethylene methods), and SH2605, SH2609, V2605, V2609 futures all increased on March 13 compared to March 12 [2]. - **Supply and Demand**: The caustic soda industry operating rate decreased by 1.3% to 85.3%, and the PVC total operating rate increased by 0.3% to 81.4%. The downstream demand for caustic soda and PVC is improving [2]. Urea - **Price Changes**: The urea futures prices increased, and the spot price was relatively stable. The MA2605 closed at 2805 on March 13, up 2.90% from March 12 [3]. - **Supply and Demand**: The domestic urea daily output decreased by 1.36% to 21.82 million tons, and the operating rate decreased by 1.36% to 92.68% [3]. PX, PTA, MEG, etc. - **Price Changes**: WTI crude oil (April) increased by 3.1% to 98.71, CFR Japan naphtha increased by 8.5% to 1060, and CFR China PX decreased by 2.4% to 1274 on March 13 compared to March 12 [4]. - **Supply and Demand**: The Asian PX operating rate decreased by 7.6% to 76.9%, and the PTA operating rate decreased by 1.1% to 80.1%. The MEG inventory decreased, and the de - stocking expectation in March - April is strong [4]. Glass and Soda Ash - **Price Changes**: The glass 2605 and 2609 futures prices increased on March 13 compared to March 12, with 2605 up 1.98% and 2609 up 1.63%. The soda ash 2605 and 2609 futures prices also increased, with 2605 up 1.67% and 2609 up 0.98% [5]. - **Supply and Demand**: The soda ash operating rate increased by 0.27% to 87.00%, and the float - glass daily melting volume decreased by 1.08% to 14.69 million tons [5]. Crude Oil - **Price Changes**: Brent crude oil increased by 2.67% to 103.14, WTI crude oil increased by 3.11% to 98.71, and SC crude oil increased by 5.58% to 754.50 on March 13 compared to March 12 [8]. - **Market Situation**: The shipping volume through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped to a very low level. The oil price is affected by geopolitics and policy control [8]. Pure Benzene and Styrene - **Price Changes**: The price of Brent crude oil (May) increased by 2.7% to 103.14, and the price of CFR China pure benzene increased by 1.1% to 1080 on March 13 compared to March 12. The price of styrene in East - China spot increased by 0.6% to 10040 [9]. - **Supply and Demand**: The supply of pure benzene is expected to decrease, and the supply - demand situation of styrene is expected to slightly de - stock in March [9]. Methanol - **Price Changes**: The MA2605 closed at 2805 on March 13, up 2.90% from March 12. The MA2609 closed at 2672, up 3.97% [10]. - **Inventory and开工率**: The methanol enterprise inventory decreased by 5.13% to 52.321 million tons, and the port inventory decreased by 9.05% to 131.3 million tons. The upstream domestic enterprise operating rate increased slightly by 0.07% to 76.27 [10]. LPG - **Price Changes**: The main PG2604 increased by 1.65% to 5734 on March 13 compared to March 12, and the PG2605 increased by 1.60% to 5602 [11]. - **Inventory and开工率**: The LPG refinery storage capacity ratio increased by 10.50% to 24.9, and the port inventory decreased by 1.52% to 227 million tons. The upstream main - refinery operating rate decreased by 1.76% to 81.35 [11]. Natural Rubber - **Price Changes**: The price of Yunnan Guofu whole - latex rubber (SCRWF) in Shanghai decreased by 2.59% to 16900 on March 13 compared to March 12 [12]. - **Supply and Demand**: The new rubber supply in Yunnan and Hainan is gradually released, and the overseas production area is in the off - season. The demand of tire enterprises has uncertainties [12].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant information provided 2. Core View of the Report - The uncertainty of the geopolitical situation has become the core variable in the market. If the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, the driving logic of polyolefins will gradually shift from single - cost support to a dual - push model of "cost increase and substantial contraction of supply". In the short term, the reality of upstream raw material supply disruptions, plant production cuts, and controlled sales will continue to support high prices. However, the subsequent evolution of the market will highly depend on the situation in the Middle East. If the blockade lasts longer than expected, the supply - side drive will strengthen, and an expanded scope of production cuts may trigger a new round of price increases. If the situation cools down, as the supply recovers and the risk - aversion sentiment fades, the previous price increases will face correction pressure [3] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Market Review and Outlook - On March 11, 2026, the inventory level of major producers was 840,000 tons, a 40,000 - ton increase (5.00%) from the previous working day, compared with 835,000 tons in the same period last year [5] - The PE market prices showed mixed trends. The LLDPE prices in North China were in the range of 7,600 - 8,600 yuan/ton, in East China 7,900 - 8,200 yuan/ton, and in South China 8,150 - 8,850 yuan/ton [5] - The mainstream price of propylene in the Shandong market was temporarily around 8,300 - 8,350 yuan/ton, a decrease of 475 yuan/ton from the previous working day. Due to the cost pressure on downstream factories, the procurement enthusiasm for propylene decreased, leading to an overall decline in propylene demand. Production enterprises continued to offer price concessions, and the overall trading situation was poor [5] - The PP market showed signs of recovery. The mainstream prices of drawn - wire PP in North China were in the range of 7,800 - 8,100 yuan/ton, in East China 7,800 - 8,100 yuan/ton, and in South China 7,950 - 8,500 yuan/ton [5] - The futures market: L2605 opened lower and then fluctuated upward, closing at 8,154 yuan/ton, up 174 yuan/ton (2.18%), with a trading volume of 1.02 million lots and an increase of 9,286 lots in open interest to 322,673 lots; PP2605 closed at 8,197 yuan/ton, up 166 yuan (2.07%), with an increase of 57,892 lots in open interest to 421,712 lots [3][5] 3.2 Data Overview - The report provides multiple charts including L basis, PP basis, L - PP spread, crude oil futures main contract settlement price, two - oil inventory, and two - oil inventory year - on - year increase/decrease rate, with data sources from Wind and Zhuochuang Information [7][14][16]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - **Polyolefin Industry**: The intraday disk and spot prices fluctuated greatly, and trading weakened. The upgrading of the geopolitical situation in the Middle East pushed up international oil prices, strongly boosting the market from the cost side. The supply side showed differentiation, with high domestic PE supply and increased losses in oil - based and naphtha - based routes; PP production was slow due to planned maintenance in March and rising raw material prices. The demand side was affected by the Spring Festival holiday, with downstream factory operating rates at a seasonal low. Although the current industry profit is in a historically low range and the real - world fundamentals are under pressure, the market has strong expectations for post - holiday restocking demand from downstream concentrated resumption of work. [1] - **Methanol Industry**: Methanol futures fluctuated widely, and spot and near - month contracts were purchased on - demand. The overall trading for the day was okay. The escalation of the Middle East conflict and shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz limited Iranian methanol exports, triggering market concerns about a global supply interruption and a significant increase in geopolitical risk premiums. Fundamentally, domestic operating rates remained high, but the import side was affected by the geopolitical conflict, with increased instability of facilities and a significant decline in March arrivals. The demand side was weak, with poor olefin demand at ports and a delay in the start - up of new MTO plants. Port inventories were at a historically medium - high level, but there were expectations of destocking due to the expected reduction in imports. [3] - **Crude Oil Industry**: Overnight, the WTI April contract closed at $81.01 per barrel, up 8.51%, and the Brent May contract closed at $84.48 per barrel, up 3.78%. The sharp increase in freight rates made the delivery cost of SC futures more than $15 above Brent, and the domestic premium continued to rise. If the passage through the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, oil prices will continue to rise significantly; if the Strait of Hormuz resumes normal passage, oil prices will face the risk of a large - scale return of geopolitical and freight insurance premiums. Historically, the impact of geopolitical conflicts on oil prices is mostly short - lived. After four consecutive days of sharp increases, long positions should be held with caution. [5] - **Urea Industry**: On the 5th, urea futures declined after reaching a high, and spot prices remained weak. The supply side had a slight increase in the operating rate this week, with daily production exceeding 220,000 tons, resulting in short - term supply pressure. The demand side had stable demand for agricultural green - turning fertilizers, and the demand for industrial compound fertilizers and board factories was gradually recovering. Affected by the domestic urea guidance price limit and the lack of new export news, the market was mostly on the sidelines regarding high prices, and downstream factories mostly purchased on - demand. In the short term, urea prices are expected to continue to trade in a high - level consolidation range. [8] - **PVC and Caustic Soda Industry**: On the 5th, caustic soda futures hit the daily limit, and spot prices remained stable overall. High - concentration caustic soda exports showed a good trend, and the production of 50% caustic soda in the province had not fully recovered, so high - concentration caustic soda may have a certain upward trend in the short term. The supply side had a slow recovery of caustic soda plant loads, and there was still pressure on industry inventory accumulation. The demand side had stable demand from the main alumina downstream and an improvement in non - aluminum downstream demand, which supported the caustic soda price. The increase in liquid chlorine prices further improved the comprehensive profits of chlor - alkali enterprises. PVC spot and futures prices fluctuated upward. The supply side maintained a high level, and domestic demand was normal. Foreign trade exports were affected by unstable freight rates and were waiting for new quotes. The cost - end transmission from crude oil - ethylene - PVC was uncertain, and the market sentiment was affected by concerns about energy. [9] - **Glass and Soda Ash Industry**: The futures of soda ash main contract SA605 oscillated upward, closing at 1,225 yuan/ton. The supply side had a slight increase in weekly production, and there were expectations of supply contraction due to shutdown and maintenance. The demand side had a general trading atmosphere, with low - price transactions being the main focus. The inventory in factories reached a new high. In the current situation of weak demand and high inventory, caution should be exercised regarding upstream manufacturers. The futures of glass main contract FG605 increased slightly, closing at 1,055 yuan/ton. The downstream resumption of work was less than expected, and the trading atmosphere was light. The supply side had a low daily melting volume, and the demand side was restricted by weather and environmental protection policies, with delayed full - scale resumption of work and mainly inventory digestion after resumption. The inventory of production enterprises continued to accumulate significantly. [10] - **Natural Rubber Industry**: On the supply side, overseas raw material prices have been rising weakly recently, and with the approaching of the domestic production area tapping window, the market's expectation of new supply has increased. On the demand side, the semi - steel tire market was relatively stable, with post - holiday regular restocking in the domestic market, and individual dealer order fairs boosting channel purchase demand, and a significant increase in terminal retail sales volume; exports were affected by the weakening of the European and Middle Eastern markets, but the EU has not yet implemented a temporary anti - dumping tax, and overall orders still had resilience. The all - steel tire domestic market had concentrated restocking, and dealer order fairs boosted purchase enthusiasm, with good overall channel purchase sentiment; exports were under significant pressure, and the shipment to the Middle East and European markets weakened. Overall, although the domestic restocking of all - steel tires provided short - term support, the drag of overseas geopolitical risks on tire exports was more persistent, and the demand side generally suppressed rubber prices. However, geopolitical conflicts also made BR difficult to fall and provided some positive support to rubber prices. In the short term, rubber prices are expected to oscillate. [11] - **LPG Industry**: The prices of LPG futures contracts declined. The inventory of LPG refineries and ports increased, and the operating rates of upstream and downstream industries showed different trends. The upstream main refinery operating rate remained unchanged, the sample enterprise weekly production - sales rate decreased slightly, the downstream PDH operating rate decreased, and the MTBE and alkylation operating rates remained stable. [13] - **Pure Benzene - Styrene Industry**: Affected by geopolitics, the transportation of crude oil has been blocked recently, and the operating expectations of Asian refineries have been affected. Some domestic and foreign refineries have made defensive load adjustments, and combined with some device maintenance plans, the supply of pure benzene is expected to decline. The profit of the downstream styrene industry has been significantly repaired, and the load has remained at a relatively high level, with strong short - term demand support. Although the supply - demand expectations of pure benzene have improved, due to the remaining import pressure and the high inventory at ports, the self - driving force of pure benzene is still limited, and its price follows the fluctuations of oil prices and downstream styrene. For styrene, due to good industry profits, the load of styrene factories has increased significantly. In March, some styrene devices are expected to restart, but there are also some device maintenance plans, so the supply increase in March is expected to be limited. The demand side has a gradual recovery of post - holiday downstream demand, and combined with previous export shipments, the supply - demand of styrene in March is expected to have a slight destocking. Recently, oil prices have been strong due to the boost of the Middle East geopolitical situation, and combined with the blocked export of styrene from the Middle East due to transportation, domestic styrene has new export orders, and it is expected to be boosted in the short term. [16] - **Polyester Industry Chain**: Affected by geopolitics, some domestic and foreign refineries have made defensive load adjustments, and the supply of PX is expected to decline. Starting from March, some domestic and foreign maintenance plans will be implemented one after another. Combined with the early restart or load increase of some TA devices due to improved processing fees after the holiday, the supply - demand expectations of PX have improved. The Middle East geopolitical situation also provides cost - side support to PX, and PX is expected to be strong in the short term. After the holiday, the load of PTA has increased, and the March PTA device maintenance plan may be less than expected. Affected by the Middle East geopolitical situation, the sharp rise in oil prices has driven up the prices of the industrial chain, but the increase in the spot price of raw material PX is greater, and the PTA processing margin has been compressed. The short - term self - driving force of PTA is limited, and its absolute price follows the cost - side fluctuations. The Middle East geopolitical situation is tense, and the short - term crude oil price is expected to continue to rise, which enhances the cost support for ethylene glycol. In March, the domestic supply of ethylene glycol will significantly decline, and the arrival volume of foreign ships will be at a low level from mid - March. At the same time, the polyester load will seasonally recover in March, and ethylene glycol is expected to have a slight destocking. Currently, the supply and demand of short - fiber are both weak. The short - term driving force of short - fiber is weak, and it mainly follows the fluctuations of raw materials. For bottle - chips, the domestic supply will gradually increase in March, and the terminal demand is in the recovery stage, with weakening expectations. The absolute price of bottle - chips still follows the cost - side fluctuations, but the processing fee may decline. [17] 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs Polyolefin Industry - **Price Changes**: The closing prices of L2605, L2609, PP2605, and PP2609 showed different trends on March 5th compared to March 4th. The L59, PP59, and LP05 spreads also changed. Spot prices of East China PP拉丝 and North China LLDPE increased. [1] - **Inventory and Operating Rates**: PE enterprise inventory decreased, while social inventory increased. PP inventory decreased. PE and PP device operating rates decreased, while PE and PP downstream weighted operating rates increased. [1] Methanol Industry - **Price Changes**: The closing prices of MA2605 and MA2609 decreased, and the MA59 spread decreased significantly. The Taicang basis decreased, and the MTO05 disk increased. Spot prices in different regions showed different trends. [3] - **Inventory and Operating Rates**: Methanol enterprise inventory increased, while port inventory decreased slightly, and social inventory increased. The upstream domestic enterprise operating rate decreased, the upstream overseas enterprise operating rate increased, the Northwest enterprise production - sales rate decreased, and the downstream MTO device operating rate remained unchanged, while the formaldehyde and glacial acetic acid operating rates increased. [3] Crude Oil Industry - **Price Changes**: Brent, WTI, and SC prices increased significantly on March 5th compared to March 4th. The spreads between different contracts and different varieties also changed. The prices of refined oil products and their spreads also showed different trends. [5] - **Outlook**: Close attention should be paid to the appointment of Iran's new supreme leader, the safety of Middle East energy facilities, and the shipping situation in the Strait of Hormuz. [5] Urea Industry - **Price and Inventory Changes**: Urea futures declined after reaching a high, and spot prices were weak. The domestic urea daily production and weekly production increased, the device maintenance loss decreased, the factory inventory decreased, and the port inventory increased. The production enterprise order days increased. [8] - **Outlook**: In the short term, urea prices are expected to continue to trade in a high - level consolidation range, and attention should be paid to downstream demand progress and inventory accumulation. [8] PVC and Caustic Soda Industry - **Price and Inventory Changes**: The prices of PVC and caustic soda futures and spot showed different trends. The export profits of caustic soda and PVC decreased. The caustic soda industry operating rate increased slightly, the PVC total operating rate remained unchanged, and the inventory of caustic soda factories increased, while the inventory of PVC upstream factories and total social inventory decreased slightly. [9] - **Outlook**: For caustic soda, short - term market increases are mainly due to optimistic expectations brought by geopolitical conflicts, and caution should be exercised regarding the decline of the disk after the easing of the situation. For PVC, the supply - demand is in a stalemate, and prices may be passively pushed up due to concerns about the cost side. [9] Glass and Soda Ash Industry - **Price and Inventory Changes**: The prices of glass and soda ash futures increased. The supply of soda ash increased slightly, and the inventory of soda ash factories increased. The supply of glass was at a low level, and the inventory of glass production enterprises continued to accumulate. [10] - **Outlook**: For soda ash, it is recommended to wait and see due to the high risk of short - selling on rebounds. For glass, it is recommended to short on rebounds or wait and see, and attention should be paid to macro - policies and inventory changes. [10] Natural Rubber Industry - **Price and Inventory Changes**: The spot price of Yunnan state - owned whole latex remained unchanged, and the basis increased significantly. The prices of Thai standard mixed rubber and international cup rubber and glue showed different trends. The inventory of bonded areas increased, and the futures inventory of the Shanghai Futures Exchange decreased slightly. [11] - **Outlook**: In the short term, rubber prices are expected to oscillate due to the combination of supply and demand factors and geopolitical influences. [11] LPG Industry - **Price and Inventory Changes**: The prices of LPG futures contracts decreased, and the basis increased significantly. The LPG refinery inventory ratio and port inventory increased. The upstream main refinery operating rate remained unchanged, the sample enterprise weekly production - sales rate decreased slightly, the downstream PDH operating rate decreased, and the MTBE and alkylation operating rates remained stable. [13] Pure Benzene - Styrene Industry - **Price and Inventory Changes**: The prices of pure benzene and styrene upstream raw materials and downstream products increased. The inventory of pure benzene in Jiangsu ports decreased slightly, and the inventory of styrene in Jiangsu ports increased. The operating rates of different links in the industrial chain showed different trends. [16] - **Outlook**: For pure benzene, pay attention to the risk of price drops after reaching a high, and roll low - buying. For styrene, it is expected to be strong in the short term, and also pay attention to the risk of price drops after reaching a high and roll low - buying. [16] Polyester Industry Chain - **Price and Inventory Changes**: The prices of upstream raw materials and downstream polyester products increased. The inventory of MEG ports decreased slightly, and the expected arrival volume decreased. The operating rates of different links in the polyester industrial chain increased. [17] - **Outlook**: For PX, it is expected to be strong in the short term. For PTA, its absolute price follows the cost - side fluctuations. For ethylene glycol, it is expected to have a slight destocking in March. For short - fiber, it mainly follows the fluctuations of raw materials. For bottle - chips, the supply will increase in March, and the processing fee may decline. [17]

Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the reports. Core Views Polyolefins - The spot market of polyolefins was strong, with upstream ex - factory prices up by 400 yuan/ton. The Middle East geopolitical situation pushed up international oil prices, boosting the market from the cost side. The supply of polyethylene was at a high level, and the losses of oil - based and naphtha - based production routes increased. The resumption of PDH units of polypropylene was slow due to planned maintenance in March and rising raw material prices. The demand side was affected by the Spring Festival, with downstream factory operating rates at a seasonal low. The industry profit was in a historically low range, but the market had strong expectations for post - holiday restocking demand. Attention should be paid to the sustainability of cost support and the actual recovery of downstream operating rates [1]. Methanol - The methanol futures continued to rise and hit the daily limit. The Middle East conflict restricted Iranian methanol exports, leading to concerns about global supply disruptions. Domestically, the operating rate remained high, but imports were affected by the conflict, and the March arrival volume would decline significantly. The demand side was weak, with poor olefin demand at ports and delayed start - up of new MTO units. The port inventory was at a medium - high level, with expectations of destocking. The current price was driven by geopolitical sentiment, and attention should be paid to the actual progress of the conflict and the port destocking rhythm [4]. Urea - The urea futures fluctuated and rose, and the spot price remained stable. The daily production of urea was close to 220,000 tons, with sufficient short - term supply, and the holiday inventory accumulation put pressure on the price. The agricultural fertilizer demand continued to advance, while the industrial demand was average. Affected by the war, international urea prices rose significantly, which might drive up the domestic urea market, but the increase might be limited under the supply guarantee policy and high supply. In the short term, the urea price was expected to remain high, and the main contract was expected to be in the range of 1800 - 1900. Attention should be paid to downstream demand and inventory accumulation [6]. PVC and Caustic Soda - The caustic soda futures fluctuated strongly, and the spot price was stable. The supply was expected to increase as downstream chlorine - consuming industries resumed work, increasing inventory pressure. The demand from the alumina industry was stable, and non - aluminum demand improved. The comprehensive profit of chlor - alkali enterprises was repaired, and the industry load was expected to increase. The short - term market was expected to fluctuate and adjust. - The PVC futures fluctuated higher, and the spot price rose. The cost of bulk commodities was pushed up by the geopolitical conflict. The PVC supply remained high, domestic demand was normal, and foreign trade exports faced risks. The cost transmission from crude oil - ethylene - PVC was uncertain, and the short - term PVC price was expected to continue to rise, but the increase was uncertain due to fundamental and long - term uncertainties [7]. LPG - The LPG futures prices rose, with the main contract PG2603 up 3.67%. The Middle East geopolitical situation affected the LPG market. The refinery inventory ratio and port inventory increased. The upstream refinery operating rate remained stable, while the downstream PDH operating rate decreased slightly. Attention should be paid to the impact of geopolitical factors on the LPG market [8]. Natural Rubber - The supply side had cost support as overseas raw material prices continued to rise, and Thailand's rubber production decreased in January. The demand side was affected by the Middle East situation, with shipping to the Middle East suspended, increasing export resistance. The demand side dragged down the rubber price, and it was recommended to leave long positions and consider going long again around 16000 [10]. Glass and Soda Ash - The soda ash futures fluctuated weakly and rose at the end. The supply side had high - level production, and the demand side was mainly in a wait - and - see state. The inventory increased significantly. The fundamentals of supply exceeding demand continued, and it was recommended to short at high prices or wait and see, with a reference price around 1200. - The glass futures fluctuated weakly and rose at the end. The supply side had low - level production, and the demand side was affected by bad weather and environmental protection policies, with delayed resumption of work. The inventory increased seasonally. It was recommended to short at high prices or wait and see, with a reference high point around 1075, and pay attention to macro and inventory changes [13]. Pure Benzene and Styrene - The supply of pure benzene was expected to decrease due to the impact of geopolitical factors on refinery operations and maintenance plans. The downstream styrene industry had good profits, and the demand was strong in the short term. However, due to high port inventory and import pressure, the price of pure benzene followed the fluctuations of oil prices and downstream styrene. It was recommended to reduce long positions at high levels and short the EB - BZ spread at high levels. - The styrene industry had good profits, and the factory load increased. The supply in March was expected to increase slightly, and the demand was expected to pick up after the holiday. The short - term styrene price was expected to be strong, and it was recommended to reduce long positions at high levels and short the EB04 - BZ04 spread at high levels [14]. Crude Oil - The crude oil prices rose significantly. The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran increased the risk premium of crude oil. If the risk continued to spread or the Strait of Hormuz was blocked for a long time, the oil price would continue to rise; if the conflict eased, the oil price would face the risk of a premium pull - back. The freight rate increase led to a rise in the SC futures delivery cost, and the domestic premium increased. It was recommended to hold long positions cautiously [15]. Polyester Industry Chain - PX supply was expected to decrease due to refinery maintenance and geopolitical factors, and the demand from downstream PTA units increased. The short - term PX price was expected to be strong, and it was recommended to reduce long positions at high levels and pay attention to oil price trends. - The PTA load increased after the holiday, but the inventory was expected to increase in February. The PTA processing margin was compressed, and the short - term PTA price was driven by the cost side. It was recommended to reduce long positions at high levels and pay attention to oil price trends. - The supply of ethylene glycol was expected to decrease in March, and the demand was expected to pick up seasonally. It was recommended to go long on the EG5 - 9 spread at low levels. - The short - fiber market was weak in both supply and demand. The short - term short - fiber price followed the raw material price, and it was recommended to pay attention to the cost transmission to the downstream. - The supply of polyester bottle chips was expected to increase in March, and the demand was expected to be weak. The bottle chip price followed the cost side, and the processing margin was expected to decline. It was recommended to short the PR main - contract processing margin at high levels and buy call options at low levels [18]. Summary by Directory Polyolefins - **Prices**: L2605, L2609, PP2605, and PP2609 closing prices all rose on March 3, with increases of 2.99%, 1.58%, 3.22%, and 2.12% respectively. The spot prices of East China PP拉丝 and North China LDPE also increased, with increases of 4.35% and 4.41% respectively [1]. - **Inventory**: PE and PP enterprise inventories increased significantly, with increases of 68.66% and 89.14% respectively. The social inventory of PE also increased by 12.65% [1]. - **Operating Rates**: The PE device operating rate decreased slightly, and the downstream weighted operating rate decreased by 7.98%. The PP device operating rate decreased slightly, while the powder operating rate increased by 9.18%, and the downstream weighted operating rate increased by 30.3% [1]. Methanol - **Prices**: MA2605 and MA2609 closing prices rose on March 3, with increases of 8.12% and 3.84% respectively. The spot prices of Inner Mongolia North Line, Henan Luoyang, and Port Taicang also increased [4]. - **Inventory**: The methanol enterprise inventory, port inventory, and social inventory all increased, with increases of 57.30%, 1.01%, and 11.82% respectively [4]. - **Operating Rates**: The domestic upstream operating rate decreased slightly, while the overseas upstream operating rate increased by 6.98%. The downstream MTO device operating rate remained unchanged, and the formaldehyde operating rate increased by 24.12% [4]. Urea - **Prices**: The urea futures fluctuated and rose, and the spot price remained stable. The main contract closed at 1819 yuan/ton, up 0.11% [6]. - **Supply and Demand**: The daily production of urea was close to 220,000 tons, and the short - term supply was sufficient. The agricultural fertilizer demand continued to advance, while the industrial demand was average [6]. - **Inventory**: The domestic urea factory inventory and port inventory increased, with increases of 14.13% and 4.82% respectively [6]. PVC and Caustic Soda - **Prices**: The prices of East China calcium - carbide - based PVC and ethylene - based PVC increased on March 3, with increases of 1.1% and 2.0% respectively. The caustic soda price remained stable [7]. - **Supply and Demand**: The supply of caustic soda was expected to increase as downstream chlorine - consuming industries resumed work, and the demand from the alumina industry was stable. The PVC supply remained high, and domestic demand was normal, while foreign trade exports faced risks [7]. - **Inventory**: The caustic soda factory inventory increased by 22.1%, and the PVC upstream factory inventory and total social inventory decreased slightly [7]. LPG - **Prices**: The LPG futures prices rose, with the main contract PG2603 up 3.67%. The spot prices of South China civil gas and deliverable spot also increased [8]. - **Inventory**: The LPG refinery inventory ratio and port inventory increased, with increases of 11.94% and 5.95% respectively [8]. - **Operating Rates**: The upstream refinery operating rate remained stable, while the downstream PDH operating rate decreased slightly [8]. Natural Rubber - **Prices**: The price of Yunnan state - owned standard rubber increased by 0.30%, and the full - latex basis increased by 103.37% [10]. - **Supply and Demand**: The supply side had cost support, and Thailand's rubber production decreased in January. The demand side was affected by the Middle East situation, with shipping to the Middle East suspended, increasing export resistance [10]. - **Inventory**: The bonded area inventory increased by 1.82%, and the Shanghai Futures Exchange factory - warehouse futures inventory decreased by 0.40% [10]. Glass and Soda Ash - **Prices**: The glass and soda ash futures prices rose on March 3. The glass 2605 and 2609 closing prices increased by 1.05% and 1.39% respectively, and the soda ash 2605 and 2609 closing prices increased by 2.53% and 1.92% respectively [13]. - **Supply and Demand**: The soda ash supply was at a high level, and the demand was mainly in a wait - and - see state. The glass supply was at a low level, and the demand was affected by bad weather and environmental protection policies [13]. - **Inventory**: The glass factory inventory and soda ash factory inventory increased significantly, with increases of 37.32% and 19.29% respectively [13]. Pure Benzene and Styrene - **Prices**: The prices of Brent crude oil, WTI crude oil, and CFR China pure benzene increased on March 3, with increases of 4.7%, 4.7%, and 5.1% respectively. The prices of styrene East China spot and EB futures also increased [14]. - **Inventory**: The pure benzene Jiangsu port inventory decreased slightly, and the styrene Jiangsu port inventory increased by 11.1% [14]. - **Operating Rates**: The Asian pure benzene operating rate remained unchanged, and the domestic pure benzene, hydrogenated benzene, and styrene operating rates increased [14]. Crude Oil - **Prices**: Brent, WTI, and SC crude oil prices rose on March 3, with increases of 4.71%, 4.67%, and 10.06% respectively [15]. - **Spreads**: The spreads of Brent M1 - M3, WTI M1 - M3, and SC M1 - M3 all changed significantly [15]. - **Outlook**: The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran increased the risk premium of crude oil. The oil price was affected by geopolitical factors, and it was recommended to hold long positions cautiously [15]. Polyester Industry Chain - **Prices**: The prices of upstream raw materials such as Brent crude oil, WTI crude oil, and CFR Japan naphtha increased. The prices of downstream polyester products such as POY, FDY, and DTY also increased [18]. - **Inventory**: The MEG port inventory increased by 2.0% [18]. - **Operating Rates**: The operating rates of PX, PTA, MEG, and polyester products all changed to varying degrees [18].

1. Report Overview - The report is a daily report on the polyolefin industry dated March 4, 2026 [1][2] 2. Team Introduction - The energy and chemical research team includes researchers for polyolefins, crude oil and fuel oil, PTA and MEG, pulp, and glass and soda ash [4] 3. Futures Market Quotes | Variety | Opening Price (yuan/ton) | Closing Price (yuan/ton) | Highest Price (yuan/ton) | Lowest Price (yuan/ton) | Change (yuan/ton) | Change Rate (%) | Open Interest | Open Interest Change | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Plastic 2701 | 7100 | 7175 | 7178 | 7019 | 269 | 3.90 | 2208 | 250 | | Plastic 2605 | 7047 | 7200 | 7200 | 6976 | 407 | 5.99 | 436928 | -68551 | | Plastic 2609 | 7096 | 7183 | 7186 | 6995 | 307 | 4.46 | 102815 | 12703 | | PP2701 | 6974 | 7070 | 7107 | 6930 | 248 | 3.64 | 4260 | 318 | | PP2605 | 7037 | 7223 | 7223 | 7021 | 408 | 5.99 | 502966 | 4353 | | PP2609 | 7067 | 7169 | 7197 | 6972 | 322 | 4.70 | 134631 | 683 | [5] 4. Market Review and Outlook - L2605 opened higher, fluctuated upward during the session, and hit the daily limit at the end, closing at 7,200 yuan/ton, up 407 yuan/ton (5.99%), with a trading volume of 1.035 million lots and an open interest decrease of 68,468 lots to 437,011 lots. PP2605 closed at 7,223 yuan/ton, up 408 yuan, a 5.99% increase, with an open interest increase of 7,385 lots to 479,800 lots [6] - The current market trading core has shifted from its own fundamentals to the cost and sentiment logic driven by geopolitics, and the weight of fundamental factors has decreased temporarily [6] - The escalating situation in the Strait of Hormuz and the high crude oil prices will support the polyolefin market from the cost side. Coupled with the expected reduction in imports of raw materials such as methanol and propane and the unexpected device maintenance, polyolefin prices are expected to gain short - term upward momentum [6] - However, the reality of high inventory and weak demand has not changed. If the geopolitical premium drives prices higher, the upside space will be significantly restricted by the industrial reality. If the geopolitical conflict eases later, the market will focus on domestic supply - demand verification, and the downstream resumption progress, peak - season performance, and inventory reduction rhythm will become the dominant factors [6] - In the short term, geopolitical and emotional support is strong, and market fluctuations are amplified. It is recommended to wait and see or adopt a range - bound trading strategy, and be vigilant against the risk of price decline after a pulse - type market [6] 5. Industry News - On March 3, 2026, the inventory level of major producers was 890,000 tons, a 10,000 - ton increase (1.14%) from the previous working day, compared with 845,000 tons in the same period last year [7] - PE market prices mostly rose. The LLDPE price in North China was 6,920 - 7,550 yuan/ton, in East China was 6,900 - 7,550 yuan/ton, and in South China was 7,400 - 7,650 yuan/ton [7] - The mainstream price of propylene in the Shandong market was temporarily 6,620 - 6,660 yuan/ton, up 20 yuan/ton from the previous working day. Affected by geopolitical factors, the cost of propylene was strongly supported. Coupled with the continuous rise of the futures market, market sentiment was boosted. Downstream factories were waiting to enter the market for procurement, and the demand support was relatively average. Producers' offers were stable with some increases, and some actual transactions had a small premium [7] 6. Data Overview - The report includes figures on L basis, PP basis, L - PP spread, crude oil futures settlement price, two - oil inventory, and two - oil inventory year - on - year change rate, with data sources from Wind and Zhuochuang Information [9][16][18]

Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant information provided Core Viewpoints of the Report - The repeated negotiations between the US and Iran have led to significant fluctuations in crude oil prices, causing polyolefins to follow suit. The overall profit of polyolefins has decreased significantly, and there are no new production projects before the 05 contract. The profit of BOPP in the demand side has recovered, and the order volume is better than the same period. Therefore, a positive spread trading opportunity may emerge between PP2605 and PP2609 [17]. - The next - month forecast shows that the reference oscillation range for polyethylene (L2605) is (6700 - 7000), and for polypropylene (PP2605) is (6600 - 6900) [17]. - The strategy recommendation is to go long on the spread between PP2605 - 2609 at low prices [18]. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Monthly Assessment and Strategy Recommendation - **Valuation**: Repeated US - Iran negotiations have led to significant fluctuations in crude oil, and polyolefins have followed the oscillations [16]. - **Cost - end**: WTI crude oil rose 14.02%, Brent crude oil rose 14.43%, coal prices remained unchanged at 0.00%, methanol fell - 3.36%, ethylene rose 10.15%, propylene rose 11.04%, and propane rose 4.98%. In the context of weak supply and demand, the cost - end has a greater impact [16]. - **Supply - end**: PE capacity utilization was 87.03%, a month - on - month increase of 4.42%, a year - on - year decrease of - 1.81%, and a decrease of - 9.28% compared to the five - year average. PP capacity utilization was 74.90%, a month - on - month increase of 0.03%, a year - on - year decrease of - 5.82%, and a decrease of - 19.23% compared to the five - year average. There are no new capacity plans for the polyolefin 2605 contract [16]. - **Import and Export**: In December, domestic PE imports were 1.3299 million tons, a month - on - month increase of 25.21% and a year - on - year increase of 4.62%. PP imports were 205,800 tons, a month - on - month decrease of - 4.83% and a year - on - year decrease of - 4.83%. The export season has arrived. In December, PE exports were 92,100 tons, a month - on - month increase of 7.27% and a year - on - year increase of 58.30%. PP exports were 230,500 tons, a month - on - month increase of 2.89% and a year - on - year increase of 29.81% [16]. - **Demand - end**: The downstream开工 rate of PE was 33.73%, a month - on - month decrease of - 18.15% and a year - on - year increase of 59.86%. The downstream开工 rate of PP was 49.84%, a month - on - month decrease of - 5.25% and a year - on - year increase of 59.34%. It is the seasonal off - season, and the overall开工 has no highlights. However, the profit of BOPP is better than in previous years, and the order volume is also prominent, which may become an important marginal variable on the PP demand side [17]. - **Inventory**: PE production enterprise inventory was 379,700 tons, a month - on - month inventory reduction of - 3.97% and a year - on - year inventory reduction of - 30.25%; PE trader inventory was 23,200 tons, a month - on - month inventory reduction of - 20.62% and a year - on - year inventory reduction of - 8.83%; PP production enterprise inventory was 415,800 tons, a month - on - month inventory reduction of - 11.10% and a year - on - year inventory reduction of - 33.57%; PP trader inventory was 183,200 tons, a month - on - month inventory reduction of - 10.50% and a year - on - year inventory reduction of - 15.03%; PP port inventory was 63,700 tons, a month - on - month inventory reduction of - 10.41% and a year - on - year inventory reduction of - 11.89% [17]. 2. Futures and Spot Market - Multiple charts are provided to show the term structure, price, basis, spread, trading volume, open interest, and other information of LLDPE and PP contracts, as well as the spread between different varieties such as LL - PP, PP - 1.2PG, etc., and the import and export price differences and volumes of LLDPE and PP [34][47][63][65]. 3. Cost - end - The oil - based cost has rebounded slightly. Multiple charts show the prices of WTI crude oil, thermal coal, methanol, propane, etc., as well as the production margins and capacity utilization rates of PDH, MTBE, alkylation oil, etc. [79][81][83][84]. 4. Polyethylene Supply - end - The production raw material proportion and annual proportion of PE are presented. There are multiple planned PE production projects in 2026, with a total of 500,000 tons already put into production and 5.2 million tons yet to be put into production. The capacity utilization rate and maintenance loss volume of PE are also shown [125][127][132]. 5. Polyethylene Inventory & Import and Export - Charts show the total inventory, production enterprise inventory, two - oil inventory, trader inventory, import volume, and export volume of PE [140][141][144][149]. 6. Polyethylene Demand - end - The downstream demand proportion and terminal demand proportion of PE are presented. The CPI, downstream demand cumulative year - on - year, downstream total开工 rate, and inventory - related data of PE are also shown [156][158][160]. 7. Polypropylene Supply - end - The production raw material proportion and annual proportion of PP are presented. There are multiple planned PP production projects in 2026, with 0 tons already put into production and 4.37 million tons yet to be put into production. The capacity utilization rate and maintenance loss volume of PP are also shown [175][177][180]. 8. Polypropylene Inventory & Import and Export - Charts show the total inventory, two - oil inventory, trader inventory, port inventory, export volume, and export destination proportion of PP [194][195][200]. 9. Polypropylene Demand - end - The downstream demand proportion and terminal demand proportion of PP are presented. The downstream total开工 rate, order days, and inventory - related data of PP are also shown [206][208][210].

Report Information - Report Name: Polyolefin Daily Report [1] - Date: January 22, 2026 [2] Investment Rating - No investment rating information is provided in the report. Core Views - The current polyolefin market is still driven by costs, but the inhibitory effect of high prices on demand is gradually emerging, and the upward space is limited. The polyolefin market has entered a stage of weak shock consolidation [6]. Summary by Section 1. Market Review and Outlook - **Market Performance**: L2605 opened higher, fluctuated upward during the session, and closed up at 6,666 yuan/ton, up 27 yuan/ton (0.41%), with a trading volume of 370,000 lots and an increase of 9,150 lots in positions to 504,362 lots. PP2605 closed at 6,485 yuan/ton, up 27 yuan, an increase of 0.42%, with an increase of 2,082 lots in positions to 468,300 lots [6]. - **Cost Factors**: Some oil fields in Kazakhstan suspended production due to power grid terminals, and the instability of the geopolitical situation has not been eliminated, leading to an increase in international oil prices [6]. - **Fundamentals**: The maintenance loss of PP remained high with limited changes in supply. The maintenance loss of plastics decreased and imported cargoes arrived in a concentrated manner, increasing the overall supply pressure. On the demand side, the demand for plastic film drove a slight increase in the start - up rate of agricultural film production. Other start - up rates were basically stable. The rapid price increase previously led to stronger resistance from downstream customers to high prices. Some downstream factories were rushing to complete annual orders, but the orders lacked sustainability under the high raw material price background, and small - scale enterprises might reduce production or enter the holiday period in advance [6]. 2. Industry News - **Inventory**: On January 21, 2026, the inventory level of major producers was 550,000 tons, a decrease of 10,000 tons (1.79%) from the previous working day. The inventory at the same period last year was 475,000 tons [7]. - **PE Market**: The PE market price continued to decline. The LLDPE price in North China was 6,520 - 6,850 yuan/ton, 6,650 - 7,000 yuan/ton in East China, and 6,750 - 7,100 yuan/ton in South China [7]. - **Propylene Market**: The mainstream price of propylene in the Shandong market was temporarily 6,120 - 6,220 yuan/ton, an increase of 15 yuan/ton from the previous working day. The offers of production enterprises were stable with some increases, the premium of the real - order auctions of major manufacturers continued, and the overall market trading atmosphere remained [7]. - **PP Market**: The price center of the PP market continued to move down. The mainstream price of drawn PP in North China was 6,270 - 6,420 yuan/ton, 6,300 - 6,500 yuan/ton in East China, and 6,300 - 6,570 yuan/ton in South China [7]. 3. Data Overview - No specific data overview content is provided other than the source information. The data sources include Wind and Zhuochuang Information [9][12][13][15][16]

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - No industry investment ratings are provided in the reports. 2. Core Views of the Reports Polyolefin Industry - Overall, the polyolefin industry is pressured by supply and seasonal demand, but the upside space may be limited due to cost support and profit compression. Attention should be paid to the substantial changes in the demand side. For PE, the HD - LLDPE spread is narrowing, and the marginal supply of the standard product (LLDPE) is expected to increase, while the demand is in the seasonal off - season. For PP, the supply - demand is weak, but the balance has improved significantly, and attention should be paid to the implementation of future maintenance plans [1]. Methanol Industry - Methanol futures are oscillating weakly. The inland supply remains high, and the traditional demand is weak, with short - term pressure. Although the port inventory has decreased slightly, the MTO demand is weak, suppressing the price rebound. The key variables are the reduction rhythm of imported resources and the process of the risk premium fading caused by geopolitical factors [2]. Rubber Industry - Overseas raw material prices for natural rubber continue to decline, weakening the bottom support. The demand has increased slightly in some semi - steel tire foreign trade orders, and the inventory in China continues to accumulate. Considering that Thailand is about to enter the production - reduction period, the decline of raw materials is expected to be limited, and the rubber price is expected to be in the range of 15,500 - 16,500 [3]. Pure Benzene and Styrene Industry - The supply - demand of pure benzene has improved marginally, but the port inventory is still high. Styrene is strong due to export and device accidents, and the spread between styrene and pure benzene has widened. Strategies include looking for short - selling opportunities for BZ03 and narrowing the EB - BZ spread at high levels. Styrene may face inventory accumulation during the Spring Festival, and its upside space is limited [4]. PVC and Caustic Soda Industry - Caustic soda futures are weakly oscillating. The supply has increased slightly, and the demand lacks substantial improvement, so the price is expected to be weak. PVC futures are oscillating downwards. The supply is high, the demand is affected by the festival, and the inventory continues to accumulate, so the price is expected to be weak with limited downside space [5]. Urea Industry - Urea futures have declined, and the supply is at a high level. The demand is weak, and the price is expected to be weakly oscillating in the short term. Attention should be paid to the progress of downstream agricultural demand and the resumption rhythm of devices [6]. Glass and Soda Ash Industry - Soda ash futures are expected to be weakly oscillating in the short term due to high supply and weak demand, and the inventory is at a high level. Glass futures are affected by real - estate data, and the supply - demand is weak in the off - season. The price is expected to follow the decline of the futures price [7]. Crude Oil Industry - Short - term oil prices are still affected by news, and the supply - demand expectation is weak. Brent crude oil is expected to oscillate between 60 - 66 US dollars per barrel. Attention should be paid to the geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East [8]. LPG Industry - LPG futures prices have declined. The inventory has decreased, and the downstream PDH operating rate has decreased. The overall market is affected by supply and demand [11]. Polyester Industry - PX supply is at a high level, and demand is weak. It is expected to be high - level oscillating before the Spring Festival and low - level long - term treated in the medium term. PTA supply - demand is expected to weaken, and it is expected to follow the raw materials. MEG is expected to accumulate a large amount of inventory, and the price is under pressure. Short - fiber is weakly oscillating following the raw materials. Polyester bottle - chip supply is expected to decline, and it follows the cost [13]. 3. Summaries According to Related Catalogs Polyolefin Industry - **Futures Prices**: The closing prices of L2605, L2609, PP2605, and PP2609 have all declined to varying degrees [1]. - **Spreads**: The L59 spread has decreased, the PP59 spread has increased, and the LP05 spread has decreased [1]. - **Spot Prices**: The spot prices of华东PP拉丝,华北LLDPE, and other products have declined [1]. - **Operating Rates**: The PE device operating rate and downstream weighted operating rate have decreased, while the PP device operating rate has increased slightly, and the PP powder operating rate has decreased [1]. - **Inventory**: The PE and PP enterprise and social inventories have decreased [1]. Methanol Industry - **Futures Prices**: The closing prices of MA2605 and MA2609 have declined [2]. - **Spreads**: The MA59 spread has increased significantly [2]. - **Spot Prices**: The spot prices of methanol in various regions have declined [2]. - **Inventory**: The methanol enterprise inventory has increased slightly, while the port and social inventories have decreased [2]. - **Operating Rates**: The upstream domestic and overseas enterprise operating rates have decreased slightly, and the downstream MTO and other operating rates have changed to varying degrees [2]. Rubber Industry - **Spot Prices and Basis**: The spot prices of natural rubber products such as云南国营全乳胶 and泰标混合 rubber have declined, and the basis has changed [3]. - **Monthly Spreads**: The 9 - 1 and 5 - 9 spreads have changed [3]. - **Fundamental Data**: The production in Thailand, Indonesia, etc. has changed, and the operating rates of automobile tires and the production and export of domestic tires have increased [3]. - **Inventory**: The inventory in China has continued to accumulate [3]. Pure Benzene and Styrene Industry - **Upstream Prices and Spreads**: The prices of Brent crude oil and other products have changed, and the spreads between pure benzene and other products have also changed [4]. - **Benzene and Styrene Prices and Spreads**: The prices of benzene and styrene have increased, and the spreads between them have changed [4]. - **Downstream Cash Flows**: The cash flows of downstream products such as phenol and caprolactam have changed [4]. - **Inventory**: The inventories of pure benzene and styrene in Jiangsu ports have decreased [4]. - **Operating Rates**: The operating rates of various industries in the pure benzene and styrene industry chain have changed [4]. PVC and Caustic Soda Industry - **PVC and Caustic Soda Prices**: The prices of PVC and caustic soda products have changed to varying degrees [5]. - **Overseas Quotes and Export Profits**: The overseas quotes and export profits of PVC and caustic soda have changed [5]. - **Supply**: The operating rates of the caustic soda and PVC industries have increased slightly, and the profits have changed [5]. - **Demand**: The operating rates of the downstream industries of caustic soda and PVC have changed [5]. - **Inventory**: The inventories of caustic soda and PVC have changed [5]. Urea Industry - **Futures Prices and Positions**: The futures prices of urea have declined, and the positions of the top 20 long and short have changed [6]. - **Raw Material and Spot Prices**: The prices of upstream raw materials and urea spot have changed [6]. - **Spreads and Basis**: The spreads and basis of urea have changed [6]. - **Downstream Products**: The prices of downstream products such as melamine and compound fertilizer have changed [6]. - **Supply - Demand**: The daily and weekly production, inventory, and operating rate of urea have changed [6]. Glass and Soda Ash Industry - **Prices and Spreads**: The prices of glass and soda ash products and their spreads have changed [7]. - **Supply - Demand**: The operating rates, production, and inventory of glass and soda ash have changed [7]. Crude Oil Industry - **Crude Oil Prices and Spreads**: The prices of Brent, WTI, and SC crude oil and their spreads have changed [8]. - **Refined Oil Prices and Spreads**: The prices and spreads of refined oil products have changed [8]. - **Refined Oil Crack Spreads**: The crack spreads of refined oil products have changed [8]. LPG Industry - **LPG Prices and Spreads**: The prices of LPG futures and spot have declined, and the spreads have changed [11]. - **External Prices**: The external prices of LPG have declined slightly [11]. - **Inventory**: The LPG inventory has decreased [11]. - **Operating Rates**: The upstream and downstream operating rates of LPG have changed [11]. Polyester Industry - **Downstream Polyester Product Prices and Cash Flows**: The prices and cash flows of downstream polyester products have changed [13]. - **PX - Related Prices and Spreads**: The prices and spreads of PX have changed [13]. - **PTA - Related Prices and Spreads**: The prices and spreads of PTA have changed [13]. - **MEG - Related Prices and Spreads**: The prices and spreads of MEG have changed [13]. - **Operating Rates**: The operating rates of various industries in the polyester industry chain have changed [13].

Report Information - Report Name: Polyolefin Daily Report [1] - Date: January 20, 2026 [2] Investment Rating - Not provided Core Viewpoint - Polyolefins showed a weak correction due to the marginal weakening of cost support and their own supply - demand structure. Polypropylene's supply pressure was relieved due to increased temporary maintenance, but it would increase slightly next week. The overall supply pressure of plastics increased month - on - month. Downstream demand was weak, with high - price resistance increasing, and some small - scale enterprises might reduce production or start holidays early. [6] Summary by Directory 1. Market Review and Outlook - LianSu L2605 opened lower, fluctuated down during trading, and closed down at 6,667 yuan/ton, a decrease of 62 yuan/ton (-0.92%), with a trading volume of 410,000 lots and an increase in positions of 13,977 lots to 485,464 lots.PP2605 closed at 6,482 yuan/ton, a decrease of 54 yuan (-0.83%), with a decrease in positions of 15,239 lots to 470,500 lots. [6] 2. Industry News - On January 19, 2026, the inventory level of major producers was 560,000 tons, an increase of 70,000 tons (14.29%) compared with the previous working day. The inventory in the same period last year was 530,000 tons. [7] - Most PE market prices fell, and the PP market was running weakly. The mainstream price of propylene in the Shandong market remained unchanged at 6,120 - 6,170 yuan/ton compared with the previous working day. [7] 3. Data Overview - The report presented multiple data charts, including L basis, PP basis, L - PP spread, crude oil futures settlement price, two - oil inventory, and two - oil inventory year - on - year increase/decrease rate. [9][12][15]

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided in the content Group 2: Report Core Views Polyolefin Industry - Market short - covering sentiment cooled, spot trading worsened. For PE, HD - LLDPE spread narrowed, with increased marginal supply of LLDPE and weakening downstream demand in the off - season. For PP, supply and demand were both weak, with more maintenance, expected destocking in January, and improved balance. Pay attention to the implementation of future maintenance [2]. Methanol Industry - Methanol futures opened lower and then fluctuated narrowly, with light spot trading. Inland prices are expected to fluctuate, while port prices are under pressure due to factors such as low MTO profits and potential device maintenance [5]. Pure Benzene and Styrene Industry - Pure benzene has a weak short - term supply - demand pattern but is supported by the strong performance of downstream styrene. Styrene has short - term supply shortages but may accumulate inventory around the Spring Festival [8]. Natural Rubber Industry - Supply: Domestic production is ending, and raw material prices are rising. Demand: Some semi - steel tire export orders are increasing, and inventory is accumulating. The price is expected to fluctuate in the range of 15,500 - 16,500 [9][10]. Glass and Soda Ash Industry - Soda ash futures are expected to fluctuate weakly in the short term, with high inventory and weak downstream demand. Glass futures are also expected to decline, with weakening supply and demand in the off - season [11]. Urea Industry - Urea supply is high, but short - term regional agricultural demand boosts market confidence. Prices are expected to be strong in the short term, and attention should be paid to downstream agricultural demand and plant restart schedules [12]. PVC and Caustic Soda Industry - Caustic soda prices are expected to be weak, with increased supply and lack of demand improvement. PVC fundamentals are under pressure, with high supply, low demand, and inventory accumulation [13]. LPG Industry - No specific view provided in the content Crude Oil Industry - Oil prices fell on Thursday. Geopolitical risks have eased, and the supply - demand outlook is weak. Attention should be paid to geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East [17]. Polyester Industry Chain - PX is expected to fluctuate at a high level before the Spring Festival and may be tight in the second quarter. PTA and MEG are expected to have weak supply - demand in January and February. Short - fiber and bottle - chip prices are mainly driven by raw materials [19]. Group 3: Summary by Related Catalogs Polyolefin Industry - **Price Changes**: L2605 and L2609 closed down, PP2605 slightly up, PP2609 down. Some spreads and basis had significant changes [2]. - **Inventory and开工率**: PE and PP enterprise and social inventories decreased, while PE device and downstream weighted开工率 decreased, and PP device开工率 slightly increased [2]. Methanol Industry - **Price Changes**: MA2605 and MA2609 closed down, with significant changes in some spreads and basis [5]. - **Inventory and开工率**: Methanol enterprise inventory increased slightly, while port and social inventories decreased. Upstream and downstream开工率 had different changes [5]. Pure Benzene and Styrene Industry - **Price Changes**: Many prices such as crude oil, pure benzene, and styrene decreased, with some spreads and basis changing [8]. - **开工率 and Inventory**: Some开工率 increased, while some decreased. Pure benzene port inventory reached a record high, and styrene port inventory decreased [8]. Natural Rubber Industry - **Price Changes**: Spot prices of natural rubber decreased, and some spreads changed significantly [9]. - **Production,开工率, and Inventory**: Production in some regions changed, tire开工率 increased, and inventory in China continued to accumulate [9]. Glass and Soda Ash Industry - **Price Changes**: Glass and soda ash prices were mostly stable, with some futures prices down [11]. - **Supply, Demand, and Inventory**: Soda ash production increased, demand was weak, and inventory was high. Glass supply and demand were weak, and inventory was still relatively high year - on - year [11]. Urea Industry - **Price Changes**: Futures prices fluctuated down, and spot prices were stable with a slight upward trend [12]. - **Supply and Demand**: Supply was high, industrial demand was stable, and agricultural demand in some regions increased [12]. - **Inventory**: Factory and port inventories decreased [12]. PVC and Caustic Soda Industry - **Price Changes**: Caustic soda and PVC prices decreased slightly, with some spreads and basis changing [13]. - **Supply, Demand, and Inventory**: Caustic soda supply increased, demand was weak, and inventory increased in some regions. PVC supply was stable, demand was low, and inventory accumulated [13]. LPG Industry - **Price Changes**: Some futures prices changed slightly, and spot prices were stable [15]. - **Inventory and开工率**: LPG refinery and port inventories decreased slightly, and some开工率 increased while some decreased [15]. Crude Oil Industry - **Price Changes**: Brent and WTI prices decreased, while SC increased slightly. Many refined oil product prices decreased [17]. - **Spread Changes**: Some spreads such as Brent - WTI changed [17]. Polyester Industry Chain - **Price Changes**: Upstream and downstream product prices in the polyester industry chain mostly decreased, with changes in some spreads and basis [19]. - **开工率 and Inventory**: Some开工率 increased slightly while some decreased. MEG port inventory increased, and the arrival forecast decreased [19].