In this episode of Resin Market Moves, we break down the final month of the 2025 resin market — a year marked by soft demand, oversupply, and steady downward pressure across almost every major resin family.
Join Michael Workman as he walks through the latest RTi Drivers data and provides actionable insight for resin buyers preparing for 2026.
In This Episode You'll Learn:
PE
• November contracts flat
• Record inventory declines but still weak fundamentals
• Increases announced for December/January lack justification
PP
• November down 1¢
• Inventories at lowest levels of 2025
• PGP stable in the mid-20s; Q1 tightening expected
PS
• Flat pricing; BZ rebound could pressure January
PVC
• Inventories down again but demand still depressed
ABS, PC, PA6, PA66
• Stable-to-lower pricing
• Automotive + retail weakness persists
PET
• Flat fundamentals and weak seasonal demand
Final Word: Preparing for 2026
2025 ends with buyers holding meaningful leverage.
Now is the time to:
✔ benchmark your resin pricing
✔ challenge non-market adjustments
✔ solidify 2026 contract strategy
✔ build data-backed negotiation plans
ResinSmart provides the transparency, benchmarking, and forecasting tools processors need to navigate volatile resin markets with confidence.
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