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For the Quarter Ending September 2023
North America
In the third quarter of October 2023, the North American Fly Ash market witnessed a bearish trend. In the United States, the price of Fly Ash initially dropped by approximately 1% in the first two months of the quarter. This decline was influenced by multiple factors that collectively exerted downward pressure on the industry. Notably, the influx of cheaper Fly Ash imports from Europe and Canada created a competitive environment, offering cost-effective alternatives to domestic buyers and affecting local suppliers. An important development during this period was the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's proposed denial of Alabama's permit program for managing coal combustion residuals (Fly Ash) in landfills and surface impoundments. However, in the last month of the quarter, Fly Ash prices stabilized due to consistent demand from the construction sector and a steady domestic supply. Furthermore, the broader U.S. economic landscape showed significant improvement, with manufacturing sectors experiencing recovery. Increased production and rebounding employment figures contributed to a decline in factory input prices. These positive trends marked the third consecutive month of economic growth in the third quarter despite the presence of higher interest rates.
APAC
Throughout the third quarter of October 2023, the APAC region witnessed a notable bearish trend in the Fly Ash market. The Chinese market, in particular, experienced a significant price decline of approximately 5% during the first two months of the quarter, primarily attributed to the adverse impact of typhoon weather and heavy rainfall. Construction conditions in South and East China were unfavorable, leading to sluggish market demand and increased inventory pressure on manufacturers. This resulted in an overall weakened market scenario. The downstream construction industry bore the brunt of extreme weather conditions, with construction sites in South and East China suffering from unfavorable conditions. The imbalance between supply and demand in the Fly Ash market further exacerbated the situation, forcing manufacturers to adopt price reduction and promotional strategies in an effort to stimulate sales. However, the price of Fly Ash stabilized in the last month of the quarter due to a narrower gap between supply and demand. Increased rainfall and the implementation of major events caused a temporary halt in downstream construction activities. Although there was a minor rush of work preceding some holidays, the overall outbound volume saw a slight decline. These factors collectively shaped the Fly Ash market landscape in the APAC region during the third quarter of 2023.
Europe
During the third quarter of 2023, the European Fly Ash market witnessed a bearish trend. In Germany, Fly Ash prices saw a notable 3% decline during the initial two months of the quarter. This decline was primarily driven by low demand, which was significantly impacted by the European Central Bank's decision to raise its key interest rate to an all-time high. The central bank's move was aimed at tackling persistent inflation, but it has raised concerns about the potential for higher borrowing costs to push the economy into a recession. Additionally, a substantial drop in new orders pointed to reduced demand within the largest eurozone economy. Consequently, construction firms reacted by scaling back procurement efforts and reducing their workforce, reflecting their growing concerns about future production. The combination of elevated interest rates, a sluggish economy, and ongoing high construction expenditures has left construction companies notably pessimistic about the upcoming months. However, in the final month of the quarter, the Fly Ash market stabilized in the region, primarily due to steady demand from the downstream construction sector. Furthermore, a consistent domestic supply of Fly Ash contributed to this market equilibrium. While challenges persist, this stability at the end of the quarter offers a glimmer of hope for the European Fly Ash market.
For the Quarter Ending June 2023
North America
The Fly Ash market in the United States experienced a decrease in prices during the second quarter of 2023. This decline was mainly attributed to reduced demand from downstream construction industries, which were wrestled with a shortage of labor and the US bank crises after the failure of Silvergate Bank, Signature Bank, and Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). It disrupted the availability of financing and lending options for construction projects. Construction companies often rely on banks and financial institutions to secure loans and credit lines to fund their projects. SVB's failure led to reduced available credit or tighter lending standards; the construction industry faced challenges in securing the necessary capital for their projects, potentially leading to delays or cancellations of the demand for construction products. The decrease in demand for construction products had a direct impact on Fly Ash prices. In April 2023, product prices were stable at USD 93/MT, primarily due to a balanced gap between demand and supply. However, in May and June, the value of Fly Ash experienced respective declines of approximately 2% and 1%. During the final two months of Q2 2023, the Bearish Market situation was primarily influenced by the smooth and cost-effective importation of Fly Ash from overseas. These imports further influenced the prevailing price trends.
APAC
In the second quarter of 2023, the Asian market experienced a mixed sentiment in the price of Fly Ash. In China, the price of Fly Ash also declined, with decreases of around 8% and 8.7% in May and June, respectively. These declines were influenced by an approximately 13% and 4% decrease in the price of feedstock Coal in the Chinese market. Furthermore, in April 2023, the price of Fly Ash increased by approximately 8.7% due to an improvement in demand from the construction sector and an increased price of coal, which rose by 1% during that month of the quarter. However, in the Indian market, the price of Fly Ash increased by around 6% and 2% in the initial two months of the second quarter. The demand from the domestic market improved during this period as the government focused on the construction and infrastructure sector, further leading to increased demand for construction goods. In the last month of this quarter, the product price did not change and was stable at USD 52.04/MT, primarily due to the narrow gap between demand and supply.
Europe
In the Q2 of 2023, the European Fly ash market experienced a bearish trend as the price of products declined during this quarter. In Germany, the Fly Ash prices decreased by around -3% in April, May, and June 2023, respectively. Low demand from the downstream construction industry was the prominent factor behind the pricing dynamics in the second quarter of 2023. Furthermore, macroeconomic factors such as high inflation have negatively affected consumer spending, further contributing to the bearish sentiment in the market. The buying momentum from derivative sectors, particularly constructions, and consumer goods, has significantly weakened as many buyers prioritize maintaining minimal inventories and acquiring materials only when necessary. The strike by dock workers at the Port of Hamburg, Germany, is the nation's busiest and the second busiest in Europe. This strike impacted the export of Fly Ash as Europe imports most of its Fly Ash to the USA and further helped to decline the product's price in the country.
For the Quarter Ending March 2023
North America
During the first quarter of 2023, the Fly Ash market in the United States witnessed a decrease in prices. This decline was mainly attributed to reduced demand from downstream industries, particularly the construction sector, which was grappling with a shortage of labor. The decrease in demand for construction products had a direct impact on Fly Ash prices. In February and March, the value of Fly Ash experienced respective declines of approximately 5% and 3%. The price decline during the final two months of the quarter was primarily influenced by the smooth and cost-effective importation of Fly Ash from Canada, Mexico, and China. These imports further influenced the prevailing price trends. However, in January 2023, the price of Fly Ash increased due to a rise in commodity prices in the global market, which affected the importation of the product into the country. As a result, by the end of the quarter, the price of Fly Ash in the US market stabilized at around USD 93 per metric ton.
APAC
During the first quarter of 2023, the Asian market experienced a decline in the price of Fly Ash. This drop was attributed to reduced demand for the product in the international market, despite a surplus in supply. In India, the price of Fly Ash decreased by approximately 2% and 3% in the first two months of the quarter, as global demand for the product declined and affected pricing dynamics. However, in March 2023, the price increased by around 2.7% due to a rise in demand from the construction industry. Similarly, in other Asian countries like China, the price of Fly Ash also declined, with decreases of around 8% and 4.5% in January and February, respectively. These declines were influenced by an approximately 8% and 4% decrease in the price of coal, which serves as a feedstock in the Chinese market. Furthermore, in March 2023, the price of Fly Ash increased by approximately 4.5% due to a surge in demand from the construction sector and an increased price of coal, which rose by 4.5% during that month of the quarter.
Europe
During Q1 of 2023, the construction sector in Europe witnessed a surge in demand for Fly Ash, despite the region maintaining a steady supply. This situation resulted in a price hike for Fly Ash in the European market throughout Q1. In Germany specifically, the price of Fly Ash experienced an increase of around 13%, with January and February of 2023 seeing a respective rise of 6%. This price escalation can be attributed to the growing demand for Fly Ash in the construction industry as construction activities gained momentum in Europe following the winter season. However, in March 2023, the price of Fly Ash stabilized as the demand and supply reached a balanced state.
