On May 11, 2026, Brent closed at $98.12/bbl — up ~2% week-on-week, and the highest print since the Iran-related spikes of late 2025. Within days, Maersk, CMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd confirmed BAF (Bunker Adjustment Factor) hikes of 5–8% on Asia–Europe and Trans-Pacific lanes, effective May 1.
China’s LLDPE spot prices dropped roughly 12% in June 2026 amid softening summer demand, easing crude oil costs and new production capacity coming online. However, finished stretch film prices will not fall in lockstep, with a typical 30–45 day price transmission lag driven by existing raw material inventory, queued production backlogs and fixed operating expenses. This market analysis breaks down the root causes of the lag, outlines the Q3 PE market outlook, and explains how locked pricing agreements can help buyers mitigate cost volatility and secure stable supply.
With the increasing global demand for green packaging and efficient logistics solutions, Xiamen Yuhong Plastic Products Co., Ltd. is winning widespread recognition from domestic and international customers with its outstanding product portfolio and one-stop service system.
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