Information on prices, new capacity update, new developments in the market and industry structure (e.g., M&A), for October to December of 2003 for each geographic region

Analysis of the trade statistics of processed plastic products for Western Europe, U.S., and Japan. Net importers or exporters of such products are identified. Export profile of processed polyolefins in Asia is reviewed.

Analysis of the economics of polyolefin production in each major producing region. Discussion of key factors underlying each regions cost estimates and topical issues are discussed.

Analysis of the profitability of the Asian refining and petrochemical industry for the fourth quarter of 2003