2022-04-19-莫尼塔投资-化工半月谈_疫情影响显著_纯碱价格持续强势_9页_548kb

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In April 2022, the chemical industry was significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with varying performance across sectors. International oil prices were volatile due to risks from IEA oil releases, U.S. inventory increases, and geopolitical events like the Ukraine-Russia talks and OPEC's production decisions. Traffic demand remained weak despite a成品油 price adjustment. Real estate sub-sectors showed pure碱 prices strengthening and profitability rising, while glass inventory remained poor. Infrastructure benefits included higher profits for asphalt and PVC but increased inventory levels. The textile industry faced overall losses and production cuts due to demand shortages. Agriculture saw glyphosate profits stabilize after a downturn, though urea prices tapered slightly, all amid continuing pandemic disruptions.