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HDPE Price Forecast

Despite a positive start in April driven by increased demand from downstream sectors and reduced supply pressures, the outlook for HDPE prices in 2024 remains cautious. As the peak agricultural film demand season concludes and supply increases from resumed domestic production post-maintenance and potential imports, the HDPE market likely faces downward pricing pressure, although cost support from crude oil provides stability.

Market Dynamics

In February 2024, India's polyethylene industry demonstrated notable growth within the broader context of plastic exports, despite a slight overall decline in cumulative exports for the fiscal year. The industry saw an increase in exports to $997 million, up 14.3% from the previous year, driven by significant growth in various product categories. This includes substantial gains in exports of plastic raw materials, flexible and rigid packaging items, plastic films and sheets, and plastic pipes and fittings. The polyethylene sector, particularly, benefited from increased sales, reflecting a robust demand in both domestic and international markets.

However, the industry also faced challenges, with some sectors like writing instruments, stationery products, and miscellaneous items struggling to achieve growth. The overall market dynamics were influenced by the combined effects of strong demand, strategic trade initiatives, and the supportive backdrop of international crude oil prices. Additionally, the concentrated maintenance period of petrochemical plants temporarily tightened supply, further supporting price stability and growth.

Annual Outlook for HDPE Industry

In 2024, the polyethylene market is expected to face significant challenges, particularly in the high-density polyethylene (HDPE) sector, due to substantial new production capacity. Following the addition of 2.6 million tons of capacity in 2023, including significant contributions from Hainan Refining and Chemical, Guangdong Petrochemical, and Ningxia Baofeng, the domestic production capacity reached 32.448 million tons. In 2024, the anticipated new polyethylene capacity is projected to be 7.6 million tons, with HDPE alone accounting for 2.1 million tons, or 27.63% of the total new capacity.

This increase in HDPE capacity is driven by its wide range of downstream demand and large demand base. Despite the significant expansion, the polyethylene market is likely to continue grappling with oversupply issues, a persistent concern that has characterized recent years. The HDPE sector, in particular, will experience intense supply pressures due to this influx of new capacity. This oversupply situation is expected to trigger a series of chain reactions within the market, potentially leading to price volatility and increased competition among producers.

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