January 14th — The mainstream quotation range for toluene in the Shandong region during the early morning was 5,180–5,200 yuan/ton, representing an increase of 50 yuan/ton compared to the previous trading day. Quotations from major refineries within the province were generally adjusted slightly upward. Trading activity in the spot market remained moderate, with downstream users restocking based on demand. Currently, overall inventory levels at manufacturers are relatively low.

Chempricehub's analysis of toluene, with a long-short score of +1:
Spot prices of toluene in the Shandong region increased by 50 yuan/ton compared to the previous trading day, reaching 5,180–5,200 yuan/ton. Quotations from major refineries within the province were generally adjusted slightly upward. Trading activity in the spot market remained moderate, with downstream users restocking based on demand. Overall inventory levels at manufacturers are relatively low, indicating tight supply and stable demand, which provides favorable support for spot prices. The score is +1 (generally positive), as the significant price increase and low inventory levels reinforce bullish market sentiment, though it does not reach the level of a major positive factor.