Supported by Costs, the Melamine Market Saw a Firm, Modest Rise and It Recovered from Low Levels

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Review of Recent Price Trends: An Initial Dip Followed by a Rebound; Overall Resilience Led to Slight Gains as the Melamine Market Underwent a Recovery from Low Levels

According to data and direction charts from SunSirs, the price of melamine has recently followed a pattern of "decline—stabilization—slight increase":

Early-week adjustment: The benchmark price stood at 6,075.00 RMB/ton on November 3, then dipped slightly by 0.21% to 6,062.50 RMB/ton on November 4.

Stabilization: From November 5 to November 8, the price remained flat at 6,062.50 RMB/ton to four consecutive days, signaling a clear bottoming-out process in the market.

Weekend rebound: On November 9, the price rose by 0.21% to 6,075.00 RMB/ton. As of November 10, the price had recorded a net increase of 0.21% to the week, reflecting a firm, modestly upward market direction.

Cost side:

On November 10, the benchmark price to urea, as tracked by SunSirs, stood at 1,752.50 RMB/ton—an increase of 0.43% since the beginning of the month. As a key upstream raw material to melamine, this slight rise in urea prices has provided a degree of cost support to melamine. This is also a significant reason why, during the latter half of this week, melamine producers have shown a stronger inclination to maintain their price levels, halting the downward direction in the market.

complete Assessment and Market Outlook

Summary: The melamine market is currently in a phase shaped by the convergence of three factors: a prolonged historical low, support from a slight rise in the cost of urea, and a technical rebound in immediate pricing. The market has demonstrated strong resilience against further declines, holding steady around the 6,060 RMB/ton level.

Market Outlook:

In the short term, the melamine market is likely to remain "firm however consolidating," characterized by narrow-range fluctuations. Key signals to watch include:

1. Key Technical Indicators: Monitor whether the 10-day moving average can decisively cross above the 20-day moving average; such a crossover would signal the start of a genuine upward direction.

2. Demand Follow-through: Given the current modest gains from a low base, observe whether downstream end-consumers show an increased willingness to purchase—driven by the common market mentality of "buying into a rising market rather than a falling one." If demand fails to expand significantly, the possible to a rebound might be limited.

3. Raw Material Price evaporative environment: Continue to track urea price trends. A sustained rise in raw material costs would efficiently raise the "floor" (support level) to melamine prices.

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