Wheat Starch Prices, Pricing, Demand & Supply, News, Market Analysis | ChemAnalyst

North America:

In the third quarter of 2023, the pricing trends of Wheat Starch in North America closely mirrored those in the APAC region, especially in Australia. Prices witnessed an upswing in July, sharply declined in August, and rebounded in September 2023. July's price surge was driven by increased demand in the food sector, influenced by a global reduction in the supply of Wheat Starch, a derivative of wheat, in North America and Europe. This supply decrease was attributed to factors such as drought conditions and the conflict in Ukraine. Additionally, mixed consumer market sentiment in the United States in July 2023 was impacted by the local Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates, contributing to a pessimistic economic outlook. Persistent concerns about inflation significantly affected orders from both domestic and international buyers. Despite a drop in prices in August, September witnessed a modest market rebound, maintaining a balanced supply-demand equilibrium regionally and locally, with merchants holding high stock levels and increased demand stabilizing the overall market.

Asia Pacific:

Throughout the third quarter of 2023, Wheat Starch prices in the APAC region, particularly in Australia, followed a fluctuating trend. There was a significant price increase in the first half of Q3, followed by a decline in August, and a subsequent rise in September. Global demand for wheat starch surged in July, driven by growth in the food and beverage, paper, and pharmaceutical sectors, leading to a continuous price increase throughout the month. Despite a marginal improvement in the Judo Bank Australia Manufacturing Purchasing Manager's Index in mid-Q3, indicating a slight stabilization in demand, the cost of Wheat Starch notably decreased as foreign and domestic suppliers faced a lack of new inquiries. Large inventories forced suppliers to adjust prices and reduce stockpiles to improve cash flow. In September, Wheat Starch prices rose again due to global economic factors, including exchange rate fluctuations and a decrease in raw material prices, facilitating easier accessibility for traders, especially in Australia.

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Europe:

In the third quarter of 2023, Wheat Starch prices in Europe began on a bearish note but ended September on a bullish trend. The initial price decline in July was influenced by decreased demand for Wheat Starch, partly due to a global economic slowdown affecting sectors like food and beverage and agriculture. Purchasing activity within the region declined, leading to surplus availability. Additionally, the euro's strength against the US dollar in July caused an increase in Wheat Starch prices for buyers in the eurozone. As the quarter progressed, prices started to rise due to a consistent increase in downstream demand and higher energy costs, escalating manufacturing expenses. The decrease in exporting costs for Wheat Starch in major producing regions benefited European traders, allowing them to acquire goods at a lower cost and resell them at a higher price. Prices remained on the upper side until the final weeks of September, settling at $930/MT in Belgium.