Methanol (Spot) Price Trend and Forecast

Methanol (Spot) Price Overview

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Methanol (Spot) Price Trend for the First Half of 2025

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In the first half of 2025, Methanol (Spot) prices witnessed a mixed trend in the European markets. The prices were about 394 USD/MT (FOB) in January and around 318 USD/MT in June. From the beginning of the quarter, the prices started to move downwards amid the weak downstream demand and oversupply conditions. Despite some recovery in key industries like construction and automotive, the demand for methanol failed to meet expectations, limiting its procurement from chemical producers and leading to downward pressure on prices.
 

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In addition, the incoming summer season received minimal backing from MTBE sectors, which also contributed to the price drop. The European market was also well supplied with steady arrivals of imports from the US, Trinidad, and the Middle East. Local methanol (spot) production also remained steady, and port inventories in Northwest Europe were high. Since the European methanol (spot) market was more demand driven the local regional dynamic varied slightly from the global trend, where significant gains could also be seen in some key markets.

As months progressed, a slight rebound in the prices was witnessed during the month of May. This was primarily because market dynamics shifted as the oversupply situation started to improve. Towards the end of the period, methanol prices stabilised. The combination of balanced supply and stable logistics, with high vessel capacity and efficient logistical operations, ensured smooth import flows. Despite the previous decline in prices, the market remained more rangebound.

Analyst Insight

According to Procurement Resource, methanol (spot) prices are likley to show fluctuations in the coming months as the demand outlook appears supportive going forward.

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