On January 5, Dongying Fuhai Weilian Petrochemical increased the ex-factory price of pure benzene (petroleum benzene) by 30 yuan, with the latest quotation at 5,233 yuan/ton. PriceSeek's analysis of pure benzene, with a bullish-bearish score of 1: The ex-factory price of pure benzene rose by 30 yuan to 5,233 yuan/ton, indicating tight supply or increased demand in the spot market, which directly benefits spot prices. Combined with data from the Dalian Commodity Exchange's pure benzene futures contracts, such as the 2605 contract rising by 18 yuan on December 31, 2025, showing an upward trend, the new spot price increase may further drive up futures prices, thus warranting a generally favorable score.