The conflict in the Middle East has resulted in lower trade volume along the entire chain, impacting shipping and shifting trade flows between regions.
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US Exports of Polyethylene Slowed from April to June, Picking up Slightly in July. Shipments July 2026 YTD of 8.8 Million Tons Were Down 3%. The average price fell sharply to $1244/ton in July, down roughly $200/ton from June.
US exports YTD to Europe, Africa and Canada were up; shipments to Latin America and Asia-Pacific fell.
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