For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Polyolefin Plastomer (POP) Prices in North America
- In USA, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 6.66% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting feedstock-driven cost pass-through.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2830.00/MT on FOB USGC
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price firmed as producers limited supply amid rising hexene and ethylene costs.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend registered upward pressure from hexene increases and stronger polymer-grade ethylene.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook balanced as packaging and hygiene converters maintained steady procurement and utilization.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast signals modest volatility with feedstock sensitivity and geopolitical risks influencing offers.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index strengthened as export enquiries tightened merchant availability and elevated pricing discipline.
- Producers operated high Gulf Coast rates, preserving margins while selectively allocating cargoes to higher-netback markets.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in March 2026 in North America?
- Sharp ethylene cost increases pushed variable production costs higher, prompting producers to raise spot offers.
- Robust export enquiries and limited merchant availability tightened domestic supply, elevating Price Index in March.
- No major outages occurred, yet hexene feedstock cost rises transmitted into margins and seller offers.
Polyolefin Plastomer (POP) Prices in APAC
- In China, Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 8.88% quarter-over-quarter, driven by ethylene cost rises.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2820.00/MT, reflecting import pass-through.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price firmed as exporters tightened spot allocations amid elevated cracker costs and limited cargoes.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast indicates near-term upside supported by sustained packaging demand and constrained availability.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend shows pressure from ethylene and naphtha cost escalation, squeezing margins.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook remains firm as packaging and hygiene converters maintain procurement into Q1.
- Inventory tightness and prioritized contract shipments lifted the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index, shortening lead times.
- Improved freight and currency moves marginally offset feedstock-driven increases, affecting import competitiveness versus domestic supply.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Sharp ethylene spike raised cracker costs, prompting exporters to curtail spot allocations and raise offers.
- Unplanned Middle-East and ASEAN turnarounds tightened availability, intensifying competition for limited import cargoes into China.
- Freight easing and weaker currency reduced landed costs, but feedstock pressures dominated March price movements.
Polyolefin Plastomer (POP) Prices in Europe
- In Spain, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 9.6994% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting further tightened supply conditions.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2676.67/MT, reflecting seller-advantaged conditions.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price tightened as premiums widened and Northwest Europe outages reduced FOB parcels.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast indicates near-term firmness amid seasonal demand and ongoing maintenance-related supply constraints and logistical friction.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend rose due to firmer ethylene settlements and Iberian electricity tariffs.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook remains firm as agricultural-film and packaging converters front-loaded purchases for spring.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index reflected thin inventories and redirected flows from Belgian and Dutch turnarounds.
- Elevated war-risk premia and insurance costs increased arbitrage friction, reinforcing seller-advantaged pricing for regional exports.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Snug domestic supply from a single Tarragona reactor and Northwest Europe turnarounds tightened spot availability.
- Higher ethylene settlements and Iberian electricity costs increased production cash costs, prompting sellers to pass-through.
- Regional export demand from Mediterranean neighbours and front-loaded seasonal buying absorbed volumes, limiting inventory relief.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
North America
- In USA, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index fell by 1.24% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting subdued demand overall.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2653.33/MT, reflecting stable availability.
- Spot Price remained pressured as converters delayed purchases, keeping the Price Index subdued during December.
- Price Forecast indicates modest volatility as seasonal restocking competes with promotional discounts into early Q1.
- Production Cost Trend eased slightly as ethylene and hexene softened, limiting pass-through to resin offers.
- Demand Outlook remains cautious as packaging restocking offsets weak discretionary and automotive procurement activity overall.
- Export bookings to Mexico and Brazil absorbed volumes; inventories remained moderate, sustaining stable Price Index.
- Producers maintained high operating rates and offered grade-specific promotions plus tactical discounts to defend volumes.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in December 2025 in North America?
- Balanced supply and high operating rates limited downward pressure despite export bookings absorbing volumes.
- Softer ethylene and hexene reduced production costs, constraining producers from cutting offers during December.
- Year-end packaging restocking and export demand offset muted discretionary industrial purchasing and promotional discounting.
APAC
- In China, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index fell by 0.26% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting muted demand and inventory draws.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2590.00/MT based on CFR Qingdao assessments.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price remained competitive as import offers tightened and Qingdao inventories stayed thin.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast expects year-end restocking followed by short post-holiday destocking and volatility.
- Observed Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend showed stable ethylene with minor hexene easing supporting margins.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook steady as packaging and hygiene-film restocking offsets selective automotive offtake continued.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index firmed during December as import offers rose port inventories tightened.
- Export enquiries to Southeast Asia increased, diverting volumes and supporting CFR offer levels into year-end.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Tighter import offers and thin Qingdao port inventories pushed landed prices higher amid year-end procurement.
- Stable ethylene feedstock reduced cost relief, allowing exporters to defend margins and raise CFR offers.
- Pre-holiday packaging and hygiene-film restocking increased buying urgency, tightening prompt market balances and availability sharply.
Europe
- In Spain, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index fell by 1.081% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting muted demand conditions.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2440.00/MT, per market participants.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price showed subdued activity as buyers delayed purchases awaiting clearer year-end signals.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast points to modest upside from pre-holiday restocking and increased export enquiries.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend stayed muted as ethylene stability limited immediate cost pass-through pressure.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook is balanced to firm, supported by high-performance films and automotive interiors.
- Lower inventories and steady exports tightened supply, lifting the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index modestly higher.
- Producers maintained normal operating rates, while selective maintenance overseas diverted volumes and supported firmer offers.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in December 2025 in Europe?
- Tight regional availability from limited POP capacity and maintenance elsewhere reduced inventories, supporting higher offers.
- Steady export flows to European markets diverted domestic volumes, tightening balances and elevating FOB Barcelona.
- Stable feedstock costs limited production cost pressure, so demand-driven restocking and consumption dictated net price rise.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
- In the USA, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 2.8% quarter-over-quarter, driven by feedstock increases.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2686.67/MT, FOB USGC basis.
- Steady domestic output but rising ethylene caused Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend increase margin pressure.
- High distributor stocks constrained trading volumes; the Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price showed only modest appreciation.
- Competitive imports and export restocking pressured offers, generating volatility in the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index.
- Producers operated without major shutdowns, yet feedstock-driven costs compressed margins across Polyolefin Plastomer supply chain.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in September 2025 in North America?
- Rising ethylene prices increased production expenses, creating upward pressure on offers despite moderate domestic demand.
- Elevated distributor inventories and downstream purchasing limited spot activity, restraining Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index momentum.
- Reduced export restocking and import competition, combined with port delays, constrained external uptake and rebalancing.
APAC
- In China, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index rose by 1.3% quarter-over-quarter, from restocking and logistics.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2596.67/MT, reflecting regional availability
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price firmed in regions due to port congestion limiting prompt import availability.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend saw upward pressure from higher naphtha and ethylene costs recently
- Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index reflected inventory builds, steady imports, uneven inland distribution due to delays
- Local production remained marginal while import volumes stabilized, keeping market balance sensitive to shipment timing.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Logistical delays at eastern ports created temporary regional tightness despite overall sufficient import volumes and stable inventories.
- Moderate restocking by packaging buyers and cautious automotive procurement supported prices amid uneven downstream demand recovery.
- Higher naphtha and ethylene feedstock costs plus rising freight exerted cost pressure supporting seller offers
Europe
- In Spain, the Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index fell by 0.8% quarter-over-quarter, pressuring demand weakness.
- The average Polyolefin Plastomer price for the quarter was approximately USD 2466.67/MT, influenced by imports.
- Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price was rangebound as Price Index showed limited movement amid ample inventories.
- Elevated inventories limited export demand, constraining Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price despite a firmer Price Index.
- Stable domestic operating rates balanced supply while feedstock volatility pressured Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend.
- Port congestion and delayed imports tightened available stocks, supporting a firmer Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer change in September 2025 in Europe?
- Weak downstream procurement across packaging and automotive reduced demand, significantly pressuring Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index.
- Steady feedstock costs with rising naphtha supported production expenses, influencing Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend.
- Logistical delays and port congestion restricted imports, tightening availability and supporting Polyolefin Plastomer Spot Price.
For the Quarter Ending June 2025
North America
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index in the U.S. declined slightly in Q2 2025 as lower upstream feedstock costs pressured market pricing.
- In April, prices saw marginal drops as weak demand from the hygiene film and packaging sectors persisted amid excess inventories.
- May experienced stability in prices with minor restocking from the food-grade packaging segment offering limited support.
- In June 2025, the market remained average, reflecting continued subdued demand and competitive pressure from Asian-origin material.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend eased in Q2, driven by falling ethylene prices and steady plant operating rates.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook remained sluggish, with no significant rebound seen from hygiene, agriculture film, or flexible packaging segments.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer remain lower in July 2025 in USA?
- In July 2025, the Price Index remained soft due to persistent demand weakness and discounted import offers.
- The Q3 2025 Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast indicates no immediate recovery unless hygiene sector demand strengthens.
APAC
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index in India remained weak throughout Q2 2025, with consistent downward pressure from oversupply and dull buying interest.
- In April, prices declined as sluggish demand from packaging, agriculture films, and footwear sectors weighed on the domestic market.
- May recorded additional price cuts as inventory buildup and cheaper Asian imports prompted sellers to offer heavy discounts.
- In June 2025, prices continued to slide amid weak restocking interest and limited stimulus from downstream processors.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend stayed low, driven by falling ethylene feedstock costs and low utility expenses.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook remained bearish, with companies minimizing procurement amid low consumer goods production and seasonal demand.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer remain under pressure in July 2025 in Asia?
- In July 2025, the Price Index remained under pressure as inventory overhang and reduced downstream demand persisted.
- The Q3 2025 Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast shows no clear recovery unless pre-festive demand picks up.
Europe
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Price Index in Germany declined steadily across Q2 2025, largely influenced by weak regional demand and falling upstream costs.
- In April, prices slipped due to reduced buying from the automotive and healthcare sectors and high import availability from Asia.
- May showed no significant improvement as production remained high and end-use demand across flexible films and packaging remained average.
- In June 2025, pricing remained lower, weighed down by bearish sentiment and buyer reluctance amid existing inventory loads.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Production Cost Trend trended downward due to easing ethylene costs and improved cost efficiencies at local plants.
- The Polyolefin Plastomer Demand Outlook remained doubtful, with reduced order flows from downstream companies and minimal signs of revival across end-use applications.
Why did the price of Polyolefin Plastomer remain stagnant in July 2025 in Europe?
- In July 2025, the Price Index remained flat amid stagnant demand and price-matching competition among importers.
- The Q3 Polyolefin Plastomer Price Forecast suggests continued bearishness, barring growth in downstream offtake.
