Trading sentiment on the Shenhua Auction Platform weakened slightly from the previous session, influenced by the continued decline on the Dalian Commodity Exchange. The coal-based producer's attempt to attract buyers by reducing auction prices by CNY 50/ton fell short of expectations.
On the supply side, seven local producers are bringing eleven HDPE plants online between July and August following the recent maintenance schedules. The return of local cargoes coincides with the arrival of previously purchased imported parcels, drastically boosting availability.