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Episode 1392: Weak fundamentals to extend softness in Europe PA, plasticizers markets into 2026

Episode 1392: Weak fundamentals to extend softness in Europe PA, plasticizers markets into 2026

Update: 2025-10-07
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European phthalic anhydride (PA) reporter Gabrielle Jordan and plasticizers reporter Marion Boakye discuss market developments into Q4, highlighting key talking points from the European Petrochemical Association (EPCA) annual meeting held from 22–25 September in Berlin, Germany.

Demand in both markets is expected to remain subdued into 2026, with sentiment for the coming year projected to closely mirror 2025 levels.

Topics discussed include:


  • Subdued downstream demand

  • Local supply and import flows

  • Market expectations for 2026

Podcast by Marion Boakye and Gabrielle Jordan

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Episode 1392: Weak fundamentals to extend softness in Europe PA, plasticizers markets into 2026

Episode 1392: Weak fundamentals to extend softness in Europe PA, plasticizers markets into 2026

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