


Manufacturing activity and consumer spending often move together, making the ISM Manufacturing PMI an important indicator for food ingredient suppliers. Procurement teams can use PMI trends alongside retail demand data to strengthen purchasing and inventory decisions.

A reported 520,000-tonne acrylonitrile data reversal in early July 2026 highlights how production statistics can change rapidly and influence market expectations. Procurement teams should understand why reliable market intelligence is just as important as pricing when making sourcing decisions.
The transfer of LyondellBasell's European assets to Velogy has introduced fresh uncertainty for buyers of adhesive raw materials. Procurement teams sourcing European EVA, VAM and acrylic acid should closely monitor production plans at the French and German cracker sites.

The EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism introduces new reporting responsibilities for importers and their non-EU suppliers. This guide explains which products are covered, what emissions data must be collected and how procurement teams can prepare for CBAM compliance.
PVC buyers increasingly face supply chain risks that extend beyond simple price fluctuations. This analysis examines how prolonged disruptions at a major Gulf petrochemical hub could influence global PVC availability, sourcing strategies and procurement decisions over the coming years.

As H1 2026 closes, EUDR compliance for palm-derived personal care ingredients (CAPB, glycerin, lauric acid, oleic acid)
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