Resin Market Moves – Early January 2026: Selective Tightening Emerges

In this episode of Resin Market Moves, Michael Workman walks through how North American resin markets are beginning 2026—and why buyers should expect uneven pricing behavior by resin family, not a clean January reset.Soft demand carryover from 2025 continues to weigh on PE and PP, while supply discipline is already pushing PVC prices higher. Meanwhile, rising benzene and styrene costs are giving PS suppliers new leverage heading into Q1. Topics CoveredSoft demand vs. supply discipline in early 2026PE and PP pricing dynamics after a weak 2025Why PVC is tightening despite weak construction demandFeedstock impacts on PS and styrenicsWhat procurement teams should watch as volatility increases Key Takeaway2026 is shaping up to be a year where volatility and selectivity matter more than direction. Buyers who stay disciplined and focus on real market signals will retain leverage as the year unfolds.👉 Learn more about ResinSmart: https://www.resinsmart.ai 👉 Start a free trial: https://app.resinsmart.ai/free-trial