- Market Overview
- Strategic Analysis
- Key Features
Market Overview
Duration: Short-term – 2-year price forecast and market outlook
The global methanol market is increasingly characterized by sharp regional fragmentation and growing pressure on producer profitability, heightening the need for expert risk assessment and strategic decision-making. In mainland China, spot methanol prices have reached a floor amid elevated port inventories and persistent weakness in major derivatives such as MTO (Methanol-to-Olefins) and MMA (Methyl Methacrylate), forcing sellers to cut prices in an effort to stimulate buying interest.
The Indian market is experiencing significant supply disruption due to intensified sanctions on Iranian methanol, resulting in tight availability and a sustained price surge. This dislocation is opening the door for increased imports from mainland China and the Middle East, reshaping regional trade patterns.
In North America, integrated methanol cash margins remain under pressure despite improved operating rates, prompting producers to increase their focus on higher-value winter fuel applications and the rapidly expanding market for green methanol and e-methanol, particularly for marine fuel use.
To navigate the volatile global trade flows, compounded by U.S. sanctions, geopolitical tensions, and shifting supply dynamics, producers must strategically manage feedstock exposure and prioritize investments in sustainable alternatives, such as bio-methanol and e-methanol. Without this shift, reliance on conventional grey methanol production will continue to expose companies to margin erosion and long-term competitiveness risks.
Comprehensive monthly market price, supply, demand, and trade data and analysis for:
- Methanol
Strategic Analysis
Duration: Short-term – 2-year price forecast and market outlook
The Global Methanol service provides insight into the fast-paced global methanol market. Clients receive timely information necessary for those involved in the production, consumption, and investment in the methanol industry. Included is extensive commentary on pricing and market conditions for methanol, MTBE, acetic acid and formaldehyde in the U.S., West Europe, Asia/Pacific and other regions where pertinent events occur.
It provides comprehensive monthly market prices, supply and demand data, trade information, and in-depth analysis for methanol at both regional and global levels.
Key Features
Duration: Short-term – 2-year price forecast and market outlook
PRICES COVERED
Contract and spot price summary with a brief review of current market conditions
Chemicals covered : Methanol
GLOBAL WEEKLY MARKET SNAPSHOT
This report provides an in-depth assessment of current regional and global methanol market conditions, including pricing trends and their near-term impacts on trade and industry fundamentals. It offers analysis of short-term arbitrage opportunities, highlights significant industry outages, and identifies developments of immediate relevance to international marketers, consumers, and traders. The report also covers recent announcements regarding new methanol and derivative capacity projects, as well as updates on orders for methanol-ready vessels, reflecting the growing role of methanol in marine fuel applications.
GLOBAL MONTHLY MARKET REPORT
This report provides an extensive summary of the previous month’s global methanol market, including detailed import and export data for major countries and operating schedules for key methanol production facilities. It features quarterly supply–demand balances and price forecasts updated on a monthly basis, along with cash cost analysis for key regions, comprehensive trade statistics, and production economics. The report also highlights any announcements made during the month regarding new methanol or derivative capacity projects, as well as orders for methanol-ready vessels, offering a clear view of emerging investment and growth trends across the methanol value chain.
MARKET FOCUS REPORT
This report provides deeper research and analysis on critical and timely issues facing the global methanol industry. Previous topics of examination have included the impact of the Russia–Ukraine conflict on global methanol trade flows and pricing, developments in sustainable methanol and low-carbon production pathways, the dynamics of the China methanol market amid volatile feedstock prices and COVID-19 disruptions, and methanol’s competitiveness in a low crude oil price environment. These insights offer essential context for understanding structural shifts, emerging risks, and long-term opportunities across the methanol value chain.
ACCESS TO SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Clients receive direct, one-on-one access to industry experts through phone consultations, email support, or scheduled meetings to discuss the key insights featured in the monthly market report. This personalized advisory service enables subscribers to deepen their understanding of market fundamentals, price drivers, and supply–demand dynamics, while clarifying complex data points and analysis. It also provides tailored perspectives on region-specific market trends, empowering clients to make more informed, strategic decisions across the global petrochemical value chain
SUPPLY & DEMAND
This service delivers short-term production news, up-to-date production statistics, and detailed plant-by-plant operating schedules, along with coverage of long-term structural changes in global supply. It also features in-depth end-use market analysis across a wide range of downstream sectors, supported by comprehensive reviews of macro-level industry trends. These insights help clients anticipate market shifts and make informed strategic decisions in the evolving global landscape.
Region
- North America
- Northeast Asia
- West Europe
Chemical
- Methanol
OPERATING SCHEDULE
Region
- Africa
- Asia
- Commonwealth of Independent States
- Europe
- Indian Subcontinent
- Middle East
- North America
- South America
Chemical
- Methanol
WEBINAR
Client webinars provide in-depth intelligence on critical chemical market developments, offering timely insights into global economic trends, supply–demand dynamics, trade flows, and other key factors shaping the petrochemical and energy value chain. Each session features expert analysis from industry specialists and delivers actionable perspectives on current market movements. These interactive webinars also enable clients to engage directly with our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) through live Q&A sessions, supporting clearer understanding, stronger strategic planning, and more informed decision-making across the chemical industry.