Market Trends Report

Domestic and International Reports on Chemicals

April 2026 Polyurethane Market Outlook

April 2026 Polyurethane Market Outlook

ISOL Trend Analysis Team The polyurethane market in April has entered a phase that cannot be simply explained by rising raw material prices. Currently, the market is more focused on how prices are bei...

Apr 12, 2026

Signals of restructuring in global chemical giants, the industry is changing its structure.

Signals of restructuring in global chemical giants, the industry is changing its structure.

Hello, this is the ISOL trend analysis team. As the new year begins, somewhat heavy news is being reported in the global chemical industry. Companies representing the chemical industry, such as Dow Ch...

Feb 5, 2026

Covestro increases TDI capacity in China by 20%, strengthening supply stability in the Asia-Pacific market

Covestro increases TDI capacity in China by 20%, strengthening supply stability in the Asia-Pacific market

Hello, this is the ISOL Trend Analysis Team. Covestro has completed the expansion of its TDI (Toluene Diisocyanate) facility at the Shanghai integrated production site. With this expansion, the annual...

Feb 5, 2026

Analysis of the domestic MDI market in Q1 2026

Analysis of the domestic MDI market in Q1 2026

Hello, this is the ISOL Trend Analysis Team. The domestic MDI market in Q1 2026 appears to be in a phase where various variables are simultaneously at play, seeking a balance rather than having a clea...

Jan 23, 2026

The TDI market is experiencing supply disruptions, but prices are still watching demand closely.

The TDI market is experiencing supply disruptions, but prices are still watching demand closely.

Hello This is the ISOL Trend Analysis Team. The perspective on the global TDI market is complex. On one hand, there are clear signals that "supply has decreased," while on the other hand, questions ar...

Jan 7, 2026

The company that created the global MDI order, Wanhua Chemical, from technological self-sufficiency to becoming number one in the world, the current state and next steps of Wanhua Chemical.

The company that created the global MDI order, Wanhua Chemical, from technological self-sufficiency to becoming number one in the world, the current state and next steps of Wanhua Chemical.

Hello, this is the ISOL Trend Analysis Team. It is difficult to discuss the global polyurethane market without mentioning Wanhua Chemical. Wanhua goes beyond simply being labeled as 'China's largest c...

Dec 23, 2025

The Evolution of Wanhua Chemical, and the Reality Facing Korea’s Chemical and Construction Materials Industry

The Evolution of Wanhua Chemical, and the Reality Facing Korea’s Chemical and Construction Materials Industry

Hello, this is the ISOL Trend Analysis Team. Recently, the presence of Wanhua Chemical in the global chemical industry seems to have entered a stage that goes beyond being simply an ‘MDI powerhouse’. ...

Dec 23, 2025

It's time to look at 'capacity (CAPA)' again in the global TDI market.

It's time to look at 'capacity (CAPA)' again in the global TDI market.

Hello, this is the ISOL trend analysis team. The perspective on the TDI market is gradually changing. In the past, the focus was on how much demand would increase, but now the more important question ...

Dec 23, 2025

Kumho Mitsui Chemicals to expand MDI production, increasing annual capacity to 710,000 tons

Kumho Mitsui Chemicals to expand MDI production, increasing annual capacity to 710,000 tons

Hello, this is the ISOL Trend Analysis Team. Recently, there have been noteworthy developments in the global MDI market. Among them, Kumho Mitsui Chemicals' decision to expand production seems to carr...

Dec 23, 2025

2026: In the Chemical and Materials Industry, Growth Is No Longer About Numbers—It’s About Structure.

2026: In the Chemical and Materials Industry, Growth Is No Longer About Numbers—It’s About Structure.

Hello, this is the ISOL Trend Analysis Team. The atmosphere in the chemical and materials industry as we approach 2026 is not simple. While the figures suggest a gradual growth trend, the difficulties...

Dec 22, 2025

How is AI transforming chemical processes?

How is AI transforming chemical processes?

The recently released TechnoVision 2026 by Capgemini clearly shows that AI and generative AI are no longer experimental technologies, but are moving to become the backbone of enterprise operations. Wh...

Dec 18, 2025

XRG's Acquisition of Covestro: Why Should We Focus on 'Eco-Friendliness'?

XRG's Acquisition of Covestro: Why Should We Focus on 'Eco-Friendliness'?

In December 2025, a symbolic acquisition in the global chemical industry was completed. The investment platform XRG, under the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), fully acquired the German chemical materials company Covestro for approximately 14.7 billion euros. This acquisition sends a clear message that goes beyond a simple corporate sale or financial investment. The ISOL trend analysis team describes this deal as 'oil...'

Dec 18, 2025

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