On January 4, the maleic anhydride market in Jiangsu region experienced a slight increase. The ex-factory price for solid maleic anhydride was around 4,850 yuan per ton, while that for liquid maleic anhydride was approximately 4,800 yuan per ton. The auction transaction price in East China rose by 40 yuan per ton, and the surrounding liquid maleic anhydride market also saw a modest uptick. Downstream buyers adopted a wait-and-see approach. PriceSeek analysis of maleic anhydride, Bull-Bear Score: 1. Reasoning: The article notes a slight increase in the maleic anhydride market in Jiangsu, with solid maleic anhydride ex-factory prices around 4,850 yuan per ton and liquid maleic anhydride around 4,800 yuan per ton. The auction transaction price in East China rose by 40 yuan per ton, and the surrounding liquid maleic anhydride market also increased. This suggests potential supply tightness or moderate demand growth, driving spot prices upward. The predominant wait-and-see attitude among downstream buyers may limit the extent of the increase, but overall, it is favorable for spot prices, with expectations of a moderate short-term rise.