December 30 News: Shanxi A-share listed company Yongdong Co., Ltd. (002753.SZ) announced that it plans to expand its business scope to include new energy charging services. This move signifies a critical step for the company, which has long been focused on coal tar processing and carbon black production, into the new energy sector.

Chempricehub Analysis:
Carbon Black, Bull-Bear Score: +1
This event is generally bullish (+1) for the spot price of carbon black. As a major producer, Yongdong Co., Ltd.’s expansion into new energy charging services may divert resources, potentially reducing carbon black output and tightening market supply, thereby pushing up spot prices. Combined with recent trends in carbon black futures, where the main contract prices are on an upward trajectory and inventory levels remain low, this strategic adjustment may further strengthen market bullish expectations, potentially boosting futures prices.

Coal Tar, Bull-Bear Score: -0.5
This event is slightly bearish (-0.5) for the spot price of coal tar. As a raw material for carbon black production, Yongdong Co., Ltd.’s shift toward new energy may reduce carbon black output, thereby decreasing demand for coal tar and putting downward pressure on spot prices. Analysis indicates that current market supply is ample, and weakening demand could lead to a slight decline in prices. In the futures market, coal tar-related contracts have not shown significant fluctuations, with the impact primarily limited to the spot level.