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Pine chemicals editor Leonardo Siqueira talks with Steve Williams, VP of Argus C5 and Hydrocarbon Resins, about how tariffs are shaping the C5 hydrocarbon (HCR) and pine chemicals markets, including:    Impacts on pricing, supply and demand balances, and current trade flows. Outlook on what the hydrocarbon resins and pine chemicals markets should expect.  This podcast is delivered by Argus’ chemic...

O aumento da mescla de etanol na gasolina de 27% para 30%, conhecido como E30, deve ampliar a demanda por etanol anidro e diminuir a disponibilidade de matéria-prima para produção do etanol hidratado vendido nos postos. A mudança vem em um contexto de atraso na safra de cana-de-açúcar e clima desfavorável freando a moagem. Ouça a conversa entre as especialistas Maria Lígia Barros e Maria Albuquerq...

Our base oils experts in Sao Paulo, Houston and London discuss the most pressing market developments. Listen to Argus experts for the latest developments in US tariffs, postings and Latin America base oil dynamics. Gabriella Twining (Global Editor - Base Oils ), John Dietrich (Deputy Global Editor - Base Oils) and Julio Viana (Reporter) give some detailed insights: With the pause in tariff announc...

This episode examines how the Israel-Iran conflict and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz sent shockwaves through oil markets, driving up prices and altering trade flows. We also explore the ceasefire’s impact, the potential return of Iranian crude, and its implications ahead of the July 6 OPEC+ meeting. Topics Covered: • Israel-Iran Conflict Escalation: How missile strikes and retaliations rattle...

As exportações de açúcar pelas usinas brasileiras na safra 2025-26 devem se acelerar no segundo semestre,  em um contexto de excedente de oferta global. Ouça a conversa entre Camila Fontana , chefe adjunta da redação da Argus no Brasil, e Maria Carolina Albuquerque , especialista do relatório Argus Brasil Combustíveis, para saber mais sobre as tendências para o complexo sucroalcooleiro.

Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast from Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week in review’s epis...

Middle East conflict has far-reaching implication on oil & LNG markets. In this podcast Xiaoyi Deng, Deputy Editor Nat Gas/LNG and Bob Wigin Senior Reporter Oil Products, unpack implications of this conflict on access to power generation fuels for Egypt and beyond Related products: LNG Daily: https://www.argusmedia.com/en/solutions/products/argus-lng-daily European Natural Gas: https://www.arg...

Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast from Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week in review’s epis...

O conflito entre Israel e Irã já provoca impactos no mercado global de fertilizantes, com ataques a estruturas de produção de gás abalando a cadeia de suprimentos. No Brasil, as compras de nutrientes para a safra 2025-2026 de soja e de milho estão avançando, mas a disponibilidade de produto e o impacto das políticas chinesas nos fosfatados também afetam a dinâmica do mercado. Ouça a conversa entre...

The conflict between Israel and Iran is already having an impact on the global fertilizer market, with attacks on gas production facilities disrupting the supply chain. In Brazil, nutrient purchases for the 2025-2026 soybean and corn crops are moving forward, but product availability and the impact of Chinese policies on phosphates are also affecting market dynamics. Listen to the conversation bet...

Central Asia's vast yet mostly untapped mineral wealth is garnering global attention at a moment of rising competition for critical minerals. The European Union and the United States are increasingly focusing on the raw materials of a region that has often been overlooked. Ellie Saklatvala, Senior Editor of Argus Non-Ferrous Markets, recently discussed the current state of mineral production in Ce...

US-China trade tensions sent shockwaves through the LPG freight markets this spring, triggering route diversions, new trade flows and a surge in freight rates. Uncertainty continues to cloud the market even after a temporary tariff reprieve. Listen to Yohanna Pinheiro, LPG Freight Reporter at Argus, and Freight Editor John Ollett as they unpack how shifting trade dynamics, cautious Chinese buyers,...

Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast from Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week in review’s epis...

O mercado de óleos básicos e lubrificantes da América Latina se adapta à indecisão da política comercial dos Estados Unidos enquanto as importações avançam na região. Julio Viana, especialista em óleos básicos da Argus para a América Latina e integrante da equipe responsável pelo relatório Argus Base Oils, compartilha os destaques da Argus Base Oils Latin America Conference em Miami, incluindo óle...

In this edition, London-based LPG Editor Peter Wilton and Singapore-based LPG Editor Frances Goh discuss current market dynamics in China and the wider Asia-Pacific region during the 90-day reduction in Chinese LPG tariffs on US LPG from 145pc to 10pc.

Hear Argus’ analysis of China’s purified phosphoric acid (PPA) market, focusing on demand, production processes and grades, influence of the electric vehicle market – as well as an introduction to Argus' new China PPA price assessments. Join Thomas Hampson , Editor, Phosphates and Yohanna Jing, Analyst, Fertilizers as they discuss these topics in the latest episode of Argus' Fertilizer Matters pod...

El crecimiento y los desafíos en la producción de petróleo en Vaca Muerta, el aumento de la producción en Brasil y la subasta de petróleo del presal por la PPSA fueron algunos de los temas más populares de la Conferencia Argus Rio Crude en mayo. João Scheller, responsable de la cobertura de los mercados petroleros en Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador y Guyana, presenta los aspectos más destacados del e...

Oil production growth and challenges in Vaca Muerta, rising production in Brazil, and the pre-salt oil auction by PPSA were some of the hottest topics at the Argus Rio Crude Conference in May. João Scheller, responsible for covering oil markets in Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, and Guyana, presents the highlights of the event in this conversation with Camila Fontana, deputy bureau chief of the Argu...

O crescimento e os desafios na produção de petróleo em Vaca Muerta, o aumento da produção no Brasil e o leilão de óleo do pré-sal pela PPSA foram alguns dos temas mais quentes da Argus Rio Crude Conference, realizada em maio. João Scheller, responsável pela cobertura dos mercados de petróleo na Argentina, Colômbia, Ecuador e Guiana traz os destaques da conferência nesta conversa com Camila Fontana...

Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast from Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week in review’s epis...

Welcome to this Methanol Market Puts-and-Takes podcast episode, part of the Chemical Conversations series.   In this episode, Argus Senior Analyst Cassidy Staggers is joined by Argus lead methanol consultant in Asia Becky Zhang to discuss the following:  China’s biomethanol market – including capacity updates. New Argus China Biomethanol Price Assessments – methodology, delivery terms, and more. H...

In this podcast, Argus Air Daily editor Michael Ball and US West Coast carbon reporter Denise Cathey discuss the latest updates around California’s cap-and-trade program. This program is at a critical juncture as state legislators eye a potential extension of the program from 2030 out to 2045 this session while market participants remain in limbo waiting for details on the California Air Resources...

Criado para estimular a transição energética, o Programa Nacional de Biocombustíveis (RenovaBio) enfrenta um aumento de inadimplência que tem impactos diretos no mercado de etanol, com grandes usinas evitando vender a distribuidoras inadimplentes. Saiba mais sobre essa dinâmica acompanhando a conversa entre Marcos Mortari, editor associado do relatório Argus Brasil Combustíveis, e Maria Lígia Barr...

Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast from Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week in review’s epis...

In this episode of The Crude Report – APAC Series, Adam McCarthy and Fabian Ng explore the impact of recent sanctions on Russian crude exports from the Far East. They unpack how trade flows, pricing, and buyer behaviour have evolved in response to geopolitical pressures. Key Topics Discussed: * The initial disruption and quick recovery of ESPO and Sokol crude exports despite US sanctions * Creativ...