The mainstream quotation range for xylene in Shandong's regional market is between 6850-6900 RMB/ton, up 20 RMB/ton from the previous trading day. The aromatics market fluctuated and edged higher yesterday, but the upward impetus from crude oil was relatively weak, lacking sustained momentum. Export arbitrage margins remain slim, while high feedstock price spreads and low refinery inventories provide support. However, weak demand from blending and chemical downstream sectors, along with cautious procurement by intermediaries, suggests the spot market will likely consolidate narrowly today.