What is Venator's plan for its titanium dioxide (TiO2) production facility in Uerdingen, Germany, and how are buyers responding?

Venator will permanently close its titanium dioxide (TiO2) production facility at Uerdingen in Germany by the end of May, as confirmed by a company spokesperson at the site; buyers remain calm about the shutdown.

Why has European benzene spot activity stalled despite prices reaching a near four-year high?

European daily spot benzene prices hit their highest level since July 2022, but activity has ground to a halt due to disruption and volatility stemming from the ongoing US-Iran conflict, which continues to rattle the market and dampen buying interest.

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