On January 7, the quotation for soda ash in Central China showed that the mainstream market price for light soda ash was around 1,120–1,180 yuan/ton, with a decrease of 20–40 yuan/ton on January 4. The mainstream market price for heavy soda ash was around 1,200–1,300 yuan/ton, with a decrease of 100 yuan/ton on January 4. Downstream demand for soda ash remained weak, with a subdued market trading atmosphere. Factory shipments were limited, leading to an accumulation of inventory on the supply side. Industry sentiment was bearish, and the soda ash market in Central China is expected to consolidate in the short term.