For the Quarter Ending June 2026
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in North America
- In United States, the Polypropylene Glycol Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q2 2026, due to surging feedstock costs and robust consumer spending.
- Polypropylene Glycol production costs increased in Q2 2026, as propane and propylene feedstock prices spiked.
- Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 5.5% year-over-year in June 2026, indicating higher input costs.
- Polypropylene Glycol demand remained strong in Q2 2026, supported by robust retail sales growth of 6.9% in May 2026.
- Industrial production expanded 0.7% year-over-year in June 2026, supporting industrial applications.
- US new-vehicle sales strengthened in June 2026, boosting Polypropylene Glycol demand in automotive.
- Consumer confidence at 91.2 in June 2026 and a 4.2% unemployment rate supported consumer demand.
- US Polypropylene Glycol supply was constrained in Q2 2026 due to limited propylene availability and plant outages.
- Geopolitical tensions elevated freight rates and disrupted supply chains in June 2026, impacting trade flows.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in June 2026 in North America?
- Propane and propylene feedstock prices spiked in Q2 2026, increasing Polypropylene Glycol production costs.
- Robust retail sales (up 6.9% in May 2026) and strengthened new-vehicle sales in June 2026 drove demand.
- Limited US propylene supply and plant outages in Q2 2026 constrained Polypropylene Glycol.
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Polypropylene Glycol Price Index remained stable in Q2 2026, influenced by easing feedstock costs and mixed industrial demand.
- Polypropylene Glycol production costs eased in Q2 2026 as propylene oxide feedstock weakened, despite a 2.2% PPI rise in May 2026.
- Polypropylene Glycol demand was subdued in Q2 2026, as Germany's Manufacturing Index was contracting in June 2026.
- Elevated Propylene Oxide inventories in Germany during Q2 2026 constrained spot buying.
- German industrial production was unchanged (0.0%) in May 2026, indicating flat Polypropylene Glycol demand.
- Consumer confidence in Germany was -14.6% in June 2026, reducing Polypropylene Glycol demand for consumer goods.
- Retail sales in Germany increased by 1.8% in May 2026, offering some support for Polypropylene Glycol demand.
- European natural gas prices surged in Q2 2026 due to LNG disruptions, impacting Polypropylene Glycol energy costs.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in June 2026 in Europe?
- Easing propylene and naphtha feedstock costs in Q2 2026 reduced Polypropylene Glycol production expenses.
- Contracting German Manufacturing Index in June 2026 and subdued construction activity dampened Polypropylene Glycol demand.
- Elevated Propylene Oxide inventories in Germany during Q2 2026 contributed to stable Polypropylene Glycol market conditions.
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in APAC
- In China, the Polypropylene Glycol Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q2 2026, influenced by declining petrochemical futures in June 2026.
- Polypropylene Glycol production costs faced upward pressure from a 4.1% PPI increase in June 2026, despite declining crude oil prices.
- Demand was supported by a 5.3% industrial production increase and an expanding Manufacturing Index in June 2026.
- Weak consumer demand, with 1.0% CPI and 1.0% retail sales growth in June 2026, tempered Polypropylene Glycol demand.
- China's chemical industry faced persistent overcapacity issues in Q2 2026, impacting the Polypropylene Glycol market balance.
- Propylene oxide supply was constrained by maintenance disruptions in early April 2026 and prior feedstock flow issues.
- Automotive sector demand for Polypropylene Glycol was mixed in Q2 2026, with subdued domestic sales but robust NEV production.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in June 2026 in APAC?
- Rising input costs, with a 4.1% PPI increase in June 2026, pressured Polypropylene Glycol prices.
- Declining crude oil prices in June 2026 led to a slump in China's petrochemical futures markets.
- Weak consumer demand, with 1.0% CPI and retail sales in June 2026, tempered price increases.
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in North America
- In United States, the Polypropylene Glycol Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by elevated upstream costs.
- Consumer inflation reached 3.3% and producer prices rose 4.0% in March 2026, elevating the Polypropylene Glycol Production Cost Trend.
- Industrial production grew 0.7% and the Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, supporting the Polypropylene Glycol Demand Outlook.
- Retail sales grew 4.0% and unemployment remained at 4.3% in March 2026, sustaining Polypropylene Glycol consumption in cosmetics.
- Consumer confidence reached 91.8 in March 2026, encouraging durable goods purchases and stabilizing the Polypropylene Glycol Price Forecast.
- Construction sector demand strengthened as housing starts increased in January 2026, boosting Polypropylene Glycol usage in rigid foams.
- Upstream crude oil feedstock costs surged in February 2026, directly impacting Polypropylene Glycol production expenses across North America.
- Feedstock propylene inventories surged significantly above the five-year seasonal average in early March 2026, influencing the Polypropylene Glycol Price Index.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in March 2026 in North America?
- Upstream crude oil feedstock costs surged in February 2026 due to severe global geopolitical tensions.
- Feedstock supply tightened due to mid-month disruptions and maintenance outages at facilities in February 2026.
- Chemical export demand ramped up because Middle East exports remained largely restricted in March 2026.
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in APAC
- In China, the Polypropylene Glycol Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by escalating upstream propylene oxide costs.
- The Polypropylene Glycol Production Cost Trend increased in March 2026 as the PPI grew by 0.5%.
- The Polypropylene Glycol Demand Outlook remained muted in March 2026 despite a mild 1.0% CPI increase.
- Industrial production grew 5.7% in March 2026, while the Manufacturing Index expanded, supporting industrial polyurethane applications.
- Retail sales grew slowly at 1.7% and unemployment reached 5.4% in March 2026, dampening consumer demand.
- Consumer confidence stood at 91.6 in February 2026, which negatively impacted flexible foam consumption for furniture.
- Upstream propylene and naphtha feedstock costs escalated in Q1 2026 amid Middle East supply disruptions.
- Propylene oxide import volumes dropped significantly in Feb 2026, tightening domestic chemical supply availability considerably.
- The Polypropylene Glycol Price Forecast indicated upward pressure in March 2026 due to tightening global supply.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Propylene oxide production costs surged in March 2026 due to tightening global feedstock supply availability.
- Domestic propylene and chemical supply tightened in March 2026 following government orders for refinery cuts.
- Global naphtha supply tightened in March 2026 following Middle East military conflicts, elevating production expenses.
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Polypropylene Glycol Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by feedstocks.
- The Polypropylene Glycol Production Cost Trend increased as naphtha and propylene escalated in March 2026.
- The Polypropylene Glycol Demand Outlook softened as downstream polyether polyol sectors weakened in March 2026.
- Consumer inflation reached 2.7% and producer prices declined -0.2% in March 2026, impacting Polypropylene Glycol.
- The Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, while February 2026 industrial production at 0.0% stagnated.
- Retail sales grew 0.7% and unemployment remained 4.2% in February 2026, sustaining Polypropylene Glycol demand.
- The Polypropylene Glycol Price Forecast weakened as consumer confidence dropped to -24.7 in March 2026.
- Automotive polyurethane offtake strengthened in Q1 2026, while construction weakened, creating mixed Polypropylene Glycol demand.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Upstream propylene and naphtha feedstock costs surged sharply, driving production expenses higher in March 2026.
- Regional propylene supply tightened due to scheduled maintenance turnarounds at key facilities in March 2026.
- Middle Eastern import flows faced disruptions as shipping lines suspended cargo bookings in March 2026.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in APAC
- In China, the Polypropylene Glycol Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q4 2025, influenced by weak consumer demand and oversupply.
- Polypropylene Glycol production costs declined in Q4 2025 as propylene feedstock eased and naphtha prices were cheaper in early November 2025.
- The Polypropylene Glycol demand outlook was muted in Q4 2025, with domestic demand weakened by a property sector slump.
- China's Manufacturing Index expanded in December 2025, despite a modest decline in new export sales for manufacturing.
- Industrial Production rose by 5.2% in December 2025, supporting Polypropylene Glycol demand, particularly in automotive production.
- Weak consumer demand reflected a 0.8% CPI YoY and 0.9% retail sales growth in December 2025, impacting end-use products.
- Persistent oversupply of propylene oxide capacity in China contributed to downward pressure on Polypropylene Glycol prices in Q4 2025.
- The unemployment rate of 5.1% in December 2025 indicated labor market weakness, dampening consumer spending for durable goods.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Negative PPI of -1.9% in December 2025 indicated weak industrial demand, contributing to lower Polypropylene Glycol prices.
- Muted downstream polyol demand and persistent propylene oxide oversupply pressured Polypropylene Glycol prices in Q4 2025.
- Easing propylene feedstock costs and declining crude oil prices in Q4 2025 reduced production expenses for Polypropylene Glycol.
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in Europe
- In Germany, Polypropylene Glycol Price Index fell in Q4 2025, driven by weak industrial demand.
- Production costs remained elevated in Q4 2025 due to persistently high European energy and feedstock expenses.
- The Polypropylene Glycol Price Index declined in Q4 2025, reflecting a -2.5% year-on-year PPI in December 2025.
- Polypropylene Glycol demand was dampened by a 'Contracting' Manufacturing Index in Germany in December 2025.
- Modest industrial production growth of 0.8% year-on-year in October 2025 offered slight demand support.
- A 1.8% year-on-year CPI increase in December 2025 eroded consumer purchasing power, dampening demand.
- Despite 1.1% year-on-year retail sales growth in November 2025, consumer confidence remained low.
- A 6.2% unemployment rate in December 2025 reduced consumer spending, impacting discretionary Polypropylene Glycol demand.
- Elevated Red Sea freight rates in late 2025 impacted Polypropylene Glycol trade flows and logistics costs.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in December 2025 in Europe?
- A -2.5% year-on-year PPI in December 2025 indicated weak industrial demand, pressuring prices.
- Consumer confidence at -17.5 in December 2025 reduced spending, impacting consumer Polypropylene Glycol demand.
- 'Contracting' Manufacturing Index in December 2025 signaled reduced industrial activity, lowering Polypropylene Glycol demand.
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in North America
- In the United States, Polypropylene Glycol prices rose in Q4 2025, influenced by increasing production costs.
- Polypropylene Glycol production costs increased, with Producer Price Index rising 3.0% year-over-year in November 2025.
- Consumer inflation, a 2.7% CPI increase in December 2025, raised operational expenses for Polypropylene Glycol.
- Polypropylene Glycol demand outlook softened as automotive industrial production declined throughout Q4 2025.
- Construction sector demand for Polypropylene Glycol decreased, with housing starts softening in October 2025.
- Energy costs for Polypropylene Glycol production increased, as Henry Hub natural gas spot prices averaged higher in Q4 2025.
- Despite declining manufacturing output in Q4 2025, industrial production increased 2.0% year-over-year in December 2025.
- Retail sales increased 3.3% year-over-year in November 2025, supporting consumer-driven Polypropylene Glycol applications.
- The Polypropylene Glycol price outlook was influenced by sustained cost pressures and mixed demand signals in Q4 2025.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in December 2025 in North America?
- Rising input costs, with CPI increasing 2.7% year-over-year in December 2025, pressured Polypropylene Glycol prices upward.
- Higher energy expenses, as natural gas prices averaged higher in Q4 2025, contributed to increased production costs.
- Weakened demand in automotive and manufacturing output in Q4 2025 moderated price increases.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in North America
- In United States, the Polypropylene Glycol Price Index remained stable in Q3 2025, influenced by eased propylene prices.
- Production costs faced upward pressure from a 2.6% year-over-year PPI increase in August 2025.
- Demand was supported by a 5.42% year-over-year retail sales increase in September 2025, boosting consumer applications.
- Industrial production increased only 0.1% year-over-year in September 2025, indicating weak industrial demand.
- Propylene prices eased year-on-year in Q3 2025, contributing to stable feedstock costs for production.
- US new-car sales picked up in Q3 2025, but light-vehicle output tracked below prior year levels.
- Residential construction spending inched up in August 2025, yet privately-owned housing starts softened.
- The 3.0% year-over-year CPI increase in September 2025 suggested general inflation, impacting consumer purchasing power.
- Consumer confidence declined to 94.2 in September 2025, potentially dampening discretionary spending.
- The 4.3% unemployment rate in September 2025 indicated a healthy labor market, supporting economic activity.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in September 2025 in North America?
- Eased propylene prices year-on-year in Q3 2025 reduced feedstock costs for Polypropylene Glycol.
- A 2.6% year-over-year PPI increase in August 2025 indicated rising input costs for manufacturers.
- Mixed demand signals from strong retail sales and weak industrial production contributed to stability.
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in APAC
- In China, Polypropylene Glycol prices fell in Q3 2025, influenced by weak industrial demand and softening feedstock costs.
- Polypropylene Glycol production costs decreased in Q3 2025 due to softening propylene and propane feedstock prices.
- Global Polypropylene Glycol demand softened in Q3 2025, despite a 3.0% year-over-year increase in retail sales in September 2025.
- China's Manufacturing Index contracted in September 2025, indicating a slowdown in overall industrial activity.
- Consumer confidence remained low at 89.6 in September 2025, suggesting cautious spending impacting discretionary purchases.
- Industrial production grew 6.5% year-over-year in September 2025, providing underlying support for raw material demand.
- Propylene supply became plentiful from September 2025, contributing to lengthening supply and market overcapacity.
- Global Polypropylene Glycol markets experienced inventory destocking in Q3 2025 amid overall chemical overcapacity.
- Manufacturing input prices remained elevated in September 2025, despite a -2.3% year-over-year decline in PPI.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Weak industrial demand, with PPI falling -2.3% year-over-year in September 2025, pressured prices.
- Softening propylene feedstock costs in Q3 2025 reduced production expenses, contributing to price declines.
- Global Polypropylene Glycol markets experienced inventory destocking and lengthening supply, impacting price stability.
Polypropylene Glycol Prices in Europe
- In Germany, Polypropylene Glycol Price Index declined in Q3 2025, influenced by softened feedstock costs.
- Polypropylene Glycol production costs decreased in Q3 2025 as propylene and naphtha costs softened.
- Demand for Polypropylene Glycol weakened in Q3 2025 due to automotive and construction sector contractions.
- Germany's industrial production declined 1.0% in September 2025, impacting Polypropylene Glycol demand.
- The Manufacturing Index was contracting in Q3 2025, signaling a slowdown in industrial activity.
- Producer prices (PPI) fell 1.7% in September 2025, driven by lower energy costs.
- Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.4% in September 2025, suggesting rising input costs.
- Retail sales rose 0.2% in September 2025; unemployment remained stable at 6.3%.
- European propylene oxide supply was influenced by lessened global pressures and disciplined tactics.
- German chemical exports weakened in Q3 2025, contributing to the industry's overall slump.
Why did the price of Polypropylene Glycol change in September 2025 in Europe?
- Propylene and naphtha feedstock costs softened in Q3 2025, reducing production expenses.
- Industrial production declined 1.0% in September 2025, weakening Polypropylene Glycol demand.
- The Manufacturing Index was contracting in Q3 2025, signaling reduced industrial activity.
