North American Polyethylene Prices Highest in the World
North American polyethylene converters are paying the highest prices in the world; analysis of trade data shows just how much more.
Esteban Sagel
May 11, 2022
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The First Storm of the Season: “Logistical Hurricane”
This year, a “logistical hurricane” is causing polyolefin supply disruptions in North America, keeping supplies tight and prices high in the region
Esteban Sagel
April 28, 2022
Have you looked at freight rates lately?
Are you aware of how much it costs to move polyolefins from Asia or the Middle East to the Americas? The container shortages and logistical issues are affecting how our industry operates, keeping arbitrage opportunities across regions open. Take a look at my most recent article, where I share with you recent freight costs and thoughts about how these costs are impacting polymer sourcing decisions.
#supplychain #sourcing #freight #logistics #transportation #polymers
#polyethylene #polypropylene
Esteban Sagel
April 29, 2021
Polyethylene Exports: Race to the Bottom
On Monday, April 12, the United States International Trade Commission posted February 2020’s trade data. The numbers clearly show that, on the heels of Texas
Esteban Sagel
April 13, 2021
Oil War Impact on North American Petrochemical Feedstocks: NGL Perspective
On March 7, Russia and Saudi Arabia fired the first shots in what is an apparent war for crude oil market share. The war’s
Esteban Sagel
March 17, 2020
U.S. – China Trade In Perspective: What’s at Risk
In the last decade, between 7 and 8 percent of the United States exports of goods has been destined to China. In 2017, exports to China amounted to
Esteban Sagel
April 6, 2018
Let the tariff war games begin! Or not…
The problem with wars, trade or otherwise, is that you know when they start, but you can never know when (and how) they will end.
Esteban Sagel
April 4, 2018
Outlook for North America’s Polyolefin Industry: Opportunities & Threats
This article complements ChemPMC’s “Outlook for North America’s Polyolefin Industry: Opportunities & Threats” presentation, conducted at Plastic News’ Executive Forum in Naples, Florida on March
Esteban Sagel
March 6, 2018
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