Louisiana (USA): SBR prices in the US market increased in the first week of February amidst increased sales in the tire and automotive industries, consequently raising demand volume. Major factors impacting the final prices of SBR include Styrene and Butadiene, which are the monomers required for the polymerization of SBR. Moreover, SBR price dynamics are import-driven commodities from the Asian market in the US market. As a ripple effect, the demand-supply chain of SBR in the country is tight amidst geopolitical stress impacting global trade routes and shipping prices. SBR price quotations were observed at USD xxxx per metric ton, CFR USGC, for the week ending February xnd, xxxx, with a difference of USD xx/MT from the preceding week.
The National Retail Federation informed the House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation that NRF members are implementing strategies to address potential disruptions in back-to-school and holiday...
