Market Overview
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Prices in APAC
In China, the Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by surging upstream naphtha feedstock costs.
The Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Production Cost Trend increased during March 2026 as the PPI rose 0.5% year-over-year.
Robust industrial production growth of 5.7% in March 2026 supported the Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Demand Outlook in heavy-duty applications.
A mild 1.0% CPI increase and 1.7% retail sales growth in March 2026 reflected subdued consumer-linked derivative consumption.
An unemployment rate of 5.4% in March 2026 and a 91.6 consumer confidence index in February 2026 dampened discretionary spending.
The Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, reflecting a recovery in industrial activity for fiberglass composites and rubber.
Total automotive vehicle sales weakened during January-March 2026, while commercial vehicle production strengthened, providing localized composite material support.
The Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Price Forecast remained elevated in Q1 2026 as producers seized export windows to offset sluggish domestic demand.
Why did the price of Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) change in March 2026 in APAC?
Naphtha feedstock costs surged in Q1 2026 due to Middle East geopolitical conflicts and disruptions.
Chemical feedstock inventories shifted from buffering to tightening during Q1 2026 amid regional supply limitations.
Rising factory-gate prices in March 2026 pushed upstream petrochemical production costs down the value chain.
Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Prices in North America
In United States, the Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by surging feedstock costs.
During March 2026, the Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Production Cost Trend escalated as producer prices increased 4.0% and consumer inflation reached 3.3%.
The Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Demand Outlook strengthened in March 2026 as the Manufacturing Index expanded and industrial production grew 0.7%.
In March 2026, retail sales grew 4.0% while unemployment held at 4.3%, supporting downstream Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) packaging applications.
Consumer confidence reached 91.8 in March 2026, sustaining steady consumption of Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) composite materials across recreational sectors.
Overall housing starts strengthened in January 2026, bolstering Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) consumption for unsaturated polyester resins in construction.
Naphtha feedstock costs surged in March 2026 due to geopolitical conflicts, directly elevating Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) production expenses.
The Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Price Forecast remained elevated throughout Q1 2026 as crude oil prices strengthened during January 2026.
Why did the price of Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) change in March 2026 in North America?
Naphtha feedstock costs surged in March 2026 due to geopolitical conflicts, driving up production expenses.
Producer prices increased 4.0% in March 2026, forcing manufacturers to pass elevated costs to buyers.
Overall housing starts strengthened in January 2026, increasing downstream demand for unsaturated polyester resin applications.
Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Prices in Europe
In Germany, the Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by surging naphtha feedstock costs.
The Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Production Cost Trend increased in March 2026 as consumer inflation reached 2.7 percent.
Despite producer prices declining 0.2 percent in March 2026, Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) naphtha feedstock costs surged significantly.
The Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, which supported the Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Demand Outlook across industrial sectors.
Industrial production remained stagnant at 0.0 percent in February 2026, limiting Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) volume growth.
Retail sales grew 0.7 percent in February 2026, sustaining Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) consumption in consumer packaging.
A stable 4.2 percent unemployment rate in February 2026 supported Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) demand in automotive end-uses.
Consumer confidence dropped to -24.7 in March 2026, aligning with weakened construction sector Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) demand.
Import logistics deteriorated in March 2026, tightening petrochemical supply and impacting the Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Price Forecast.
Why did the price of Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) change in March 2026 in Europe?
Naphtha feedstock and broader energy costs surged significantly in March 2026, driving up production expenses.
Import logistics deteriorated in March 2026 due to shipping route closures, tightening regional petrochemical supply.
Automotive end-use demand strengthened in February 2026, providing upward pressure on the chemical price index.
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