January 12th News: On January 12th, Shandong Luxi Chemical increased the price of liquid caustic soda, with the quotation for 32% ion-exchange membrane caustic soda rising to 690 yuan/ton. The 400,000 tons/year chlor-alkali plant is operating normally. Chempricehub's analysis of caustic soda shows a long-short score of 1.5. The article indicates that Shandong Luxi Chemical's quotation for 32% ion-exchange membrane caustic soda has been raised to 690 yuan/ton, suggesting tightening supply or increasing demand in the spot market, which directly benefits spot prices of caustic soda. The normal operation of the plant eliminates the risk of supply disruption, but the price increase may reflect regional supply-demand imbalances. Considering the caustic soda futures market, the main contract, such as 2605 (closing price 2369 yuan/ton, change +4.00), shows an upward trend. This news of spot price increases may further boost sentiment in the futures market, supporting short-term price increases.