Market Advisory Service - Tire Raw Materials Indices

As we navigate through 2023 and beyond, the market dynamics of ethylene oxide and its derivatives, such as ethylene glycols, are influenced by various factors, including fluctuating feedstock prices, environmental regulations, and varying demand levels across different applications. The versatility of ethylene glycols, especially in antifreeze, polyester fibers, and PET resin production, has kept the demand robust, but susceptible to the economic health of these industries. Particularly, the growth in recyclable PET and bio-based polyester fibers is injecting new prospects and challenges in the market. Geopolitical tensions and trade policies continue to shape the global supply chain landscape, making the trade dynamics a crucial area of focus. Moreover, the impact of the new capacities, a trend expected to solidify in the coming year, maintaining the market oversupplied, will keep clouding the global business and the economic health of ethylene oxide and glycols.

Indices Covered

• Synthetic Rubber
• Natural Rubber
• Fibers
• Other Derivative Products

The Global Ethylene Oxide, Glycol, & Derivatives Market Advisory Service offers clients a panoramic, yet in-depth perspective of the global markets, marked by a comprehensive analysis covering fundamental aspects of the value chain, from feedstocks to end-use sectors. This service encapsulates critical data elements, including pricing, supply/demand balances, operating schedules, cash costs, and margin data, ensuring a holistic view of the market landscape. Recognizing the necessity of an integrated perspective, it encompasses global and regional feedstock dynamics and scrutinizes their ripple effect on market equilibria. Insightful commentary on trade data, regulatory impacts, technological advancements, and market-moving events is also provided. The service’s forte lies in its capacity to blend expert analysis with data-driven insights along the entire value chain, equipping our subscribers with the clarity and foresight required to navigate through the market’s complexities with confidence.

The Global Ethylene Oxide, Glycol & Derivatives service provides a comprehensive, forward-looking view of the MEG, DEG, TEG, EO and major EO derivatives markets based on a careful, detailed analysis of the entire value chain. Prices and other relevant econometrics are included in the service.

This report provides updates on historical pricing/economic indices for Synthetic Rubber, Natural Rubber, Fibers and other derivative products. The index covers the costs of raw materials that are used in the production of tires and does not include any processing or manufacturing costs associated with producing or distributing the tire. It provides indices for Passenger Cars (A-C), Passenger Cars (D-G), Truck, Agriculture, OTR, Standard tires and component raw materials.