January 16th — On Thursday (January 15th), the Asian butadiene market closed up by $20/ton: South Korea FOB was quoted at $1,120–1,128/ton, while China CFR was quoted at $1,155–1,163/ton. Chempricehub's analysis of butadiene, with a bullish-bearish score of +1: Asian butadiene spot prices closed up by $20/ton, with South Korea FOB quoted at $1,120–1,128/ton and China CFR quoted at $1,155–1,163/ton. This indicates tightening market supply and demand, likely driven by increased regional demand or reduced supply, which is favorable for spot price trends. The score is +1 (moderately bullish), as the price increase is significant but not yet at a major level, and is expected to boost activity in spot trading.