Pricing Data
Methanol Forecast
Near-term methanol prices are expected to firm on stronger MTO run rates and lean coastal stocks in China.
Next 7 Days
trending_upLikely Rise
Next 30 Days
trending_upLikely Rise
Confidence
4/5
Key Drivers
- check_circleImproving MTO operating rates
- check_circleLower East China port inventories
- check_circleSelective Middle East export offers
Risks
- warningSudden Iranian export rebound
- warningWeaker olefins margins
Updated 12 May 2024
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