In the third week of October 2025, the global mixed xylene market experienced inconsistent regional trends amid steady production and cautious trading sentiment. In the Asian region, particularly South Korea, prices weakened marginally -0.74% lower while domestic refining remained stable with low volatility. The U.S. mixed xylene market also weakened slightly -1.05% as rising crude and aromatics inventory, along with Chinese export fees, limited export activity. While refinery runs dropped and toluene numbers were stronger, the market sentiment remained bearish due to muted demand from gasoline blending and the coatings sector. Europe experienced the largest drop overall as German Hamburg prices dropped -5.06% due to weak underlying manufacturing data, slow PET and solvent demand, and buyers remaining hesitant. Rising energy costs offered little support. As October ends, the mixed xylene market is mixed as Asia is stable, the U.S. is still cautious, and Europe is under pressure. The outlook remains steady-to-soft as we enter November.
