Aromatics spot prices lower, but higher November contracts expected

Aromatics were generally lower, traders report. Spot benzene on the US Gulf continued to slip from the short spike last week, giving back another 20 cts/gal. Sellers note that spot levels are still well above the October contract, and most players are expecting a significant rise for November contracts. Spot toluene was off 15 cts/gal while mixed xylenes were down 20 cts/gal. Styrene was a notable gainer, adding 2 cts/lb. In Europe the pattern was similar, with toluene down $40/m.t. and mixed xylenes lower by $20/m.t. Styrene gained $30/m.t. traders report...

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