Dalian futures show mixed movement across PP, LLDPE, PVC and MEG on April 24

Futures trading at the Dalian Commodity Exchange on April 24 reflected a mixed trend across key polymer and feedstock contracts.

September LLDPE futures edged slightly higher, rising by CNY8 per ton to settle at CNY8144 per ton (approximately $1054 per ton excluding VAT). Trading activity remained solid, with volumes recorded at 484,499 tons.

PP futures for September delivery posted stronger gains, increasing by CNY81 per ton to close at CNY8376 per ton (around $1084 per ton without VAT). The contract saw a traded volume of 444,213 tons.

In contrast, PVC futures moved lower, declining by CNY51 per ton to settle at CNY5191 per ton (about $672 per ton excluding VAT). This segment continued to see high participation, with volumes reaching 1,010,785 tons.

MEG futures also weakened during the session, falling by CNY19 per ton to close at CNY4826 per ton (approximately $625 per ton without VAT). Trade volume for MEG stood at 362,307 tons.

Overall, the session highlighted a divided market, with gains in polyolefins contrasting against declines in PVC and MEG.

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