Povidone Prices in the Global Market

North America

In the fourth quarter of 2022, the Povidone Prices in North America experienced fluctuating trend. Prices began to climb in Q4 2022 and continued to do so throughout the first month of the fourth quarter due to high manufacturing costs, numerous logistical issues, and rising inflation. The US inflation Soar to 8.2% in the month of October 2022. Additionally contributing to the price fluctuation were rising transportation costs and port congestion at the major ports. However, Prices begin to decline later in the month of November till the termination of Q4 2022 as a result of weaker inflation (the US inflation rate was 7%, down from 8.2% in October) and decreased end-user sector demand as the holiday season approaches. In December, the Povidone settlement price fell to USD 10380/MT CFR Houston.

Asia

The Asia Pacific Povidone market saw a turbulent fourth quarter in 2022. It was witnessed that the prices rose considerably till the second month of the quarter due to increased end-user sector demand, several logistical challenges, and rising inflation. The Producer Price Index (PPI) grew by 0.9% while the Consumer Price Index in China increased by 2.8%, both of which had an impact on the market. The "Zero-Covid" policy in China has so far had a big impact on investor confidence and the nation's economic operations. The market remained competitive because of rising production costs brought on by rising energy prices as well as increased domestic output to meet demands from both domestic and foreign markets. Later in December, as domestic merchants had sufficient stock on hand, Povidone prices did begin to decline. The market's ongoing decline was also influenced by the ease of strict covid policies and the weak downstream demand. In December, the settlement price for Povidone fell to USD 10750/MT FOB Shanghai.

Europe

In the fourth quarter of 2022, prices for Povidone showcased a soaring trajectory in the European region. The downstream market for the pharmaceutical sector was seen to have a steady demand for Acebutolol API. Price hikes were brought on by ongoing port congestion and supply disruption in the European region throughout Q4 022. Also, the European annual inflation rate was 10.6% in Q4 2022, up from 9.9%. Retailers in Europe decide to refill their inventory due to the approaching Christmas season considerably. Also, to ease the inflationary pressure, the market players were propelled to raise their quotations in order to slow down the demand and consumer consumption. The cost of Povidone was USD 9890/MT CFR Hamburg toward the end of Q4 2022.

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