Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast form Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week’s episode features: US retail fuel prices move lower Pemex Deer Park halts Mexico fuel exports post-accident Maratho...
Nov 08, 2024•2 min•Ep. 882
Hear Argus’ analysis of Asian fertilizer market sentiment, following our attendance at a key industry event. The podcast covers Asia fertilizer market sentiment focusing on urea, ammonia, sulphur and sulphuric acid markets. Join Deon Ngee , Senior Reporter, Sulphur and Sulphuric Acid, and Dinise Chng , Senior Reporter, Nitrogen and Ammonia as they discuss these topics and key conference takeaways in the latest episode of the Argus’ Fertilizer Matters podcast series. Key topics covered in the pod...
Nov 07, 2024•10 min•Ep. 881
This 18-minute podcast covers the 4 top takeaways from the Marine Focus Day at the Argus Biofuels Conference that was held in London on the 15th of October. Argus Alternative Marine Fuels Reporter, Hussein Al Khalisy highlights: Potential conflict between EU ETS, Fuel EU compliance and claiming Dutch HBE-Gs for Advanced Fame 0 IMO’s MEPC 82 update and implications for CII Novel feedstocks and competition with the aviation sector Where shipowners can find the most cost competitive marine biodiese...
Nov 07, 2024•19 min•Ep. 880
A descarbonização do aço é um tema cada vez mais em voga no mercado. Mas restam ainda muitos desafios, desde o uso de matéria-prima até a demanda final. Para falar sobre este tema, a repórter de metais da Argus, Carolina Pulice, conversou com Rodrigo Damasceno, diretor comercial da siderúrgica Aperam, que tem se destacado nos mercados brasileiro e mundial pelos seus esforços para atingir a descarbonização de seus produtos. Confira!
Nov 06, 2024•10 min•Ep. 879
Get up to speed with the US refined oil products export market with a look at medium range (MR) tanker rates from the US Gulf coast and the west coast. Listen to US Products Associate Editor Jason Metko and Americas Freight Deputy Editor Ross Griffith as they discuss topics including: Panama Canal transit update Fourth quarter MR tanker demand outlook Shifting trade flows for west coast Americas US east coast imported gasoline demand...
Nov 01, 2024•17 min•Ep. 878
Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast form Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week’s episode features: LyondellBasell Houston refinery closure update ExxonMobil’s downstream quarterly profits down Ch...
Nov 01, 2024•3 min•Ep. 877
Demand for low-carbon aluminium has grown in recent years, and Argus has launched a new assessment for a low-carbon upcharge in Europe to track this still-nascent market. But significant challenges remain for the market to generate sustained liquidity and it may require the introduction of more regulation before it can evolve further. Ronan Murphy, Editor of Argus Non-Ferrous Markets, spoke to Argus’ Associate Editor and senior aluminium expert Jethro Wookey to explore where the low-carbon alumi...
Oct 30, 2024•20 min•Ep. 876
LPG VP David Appleton is joined by the Head of LPG Asia, Esther Phua, and editor Frances Goh to discuss the latest from Asia-Pacific markets. Our team covers: - How is demand in China and India? - Is supply looking long or short? - What next for the Chinese petrochemicals sector? - Is another trade war on the horizon? and other LPG market topics.
Oct 30, 2024•19 min•Ep. 875
Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast form Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week’s episode features: WTI holds steady Motor fuel prices trend lower Valero completes SAF project in Port Arthur Feder...
Oct 25, 2024•2 min•Ep. 874
Stream this standalone Argus podcast now where we discuss how the 5 November elections in the US could affect global energy markets, LNG exports, tariff policy, environmental regulation, electric vehicles and the transition to low-carbon energy resources. Topics addressed: How would control of the White House affect upstream oil and gas production, infrastructure development, federal oil and gas leasing, the “pause” of LNG licenses, energy markets and the prospects of permitting reform? Which ta...
Oct 24, 2024•30 min•Ep. 873
Os principais produtores de aço brasileiros têm relatado no último ano uma pressão significativa das importações em seus mercados. Com isso, o governo tem monitorado de perto este aumento, tomando medidas para proteger o mercado da concorrência desleal. No entanto, as importações não param de crescer. Junte-se a Camila Dias, chefe do editorial da Argus para América Latina, e Carolina Pulice, repórter de metais da Argus. Elas conversam sobre os desafios do mercado para o próximo ano.
Oct 23, 2024•8 min•Ep. 872
Oct 23, 2024•18 min•Ep. 871
Welcome to this Methanol Market Puts-and-Takes podcast episode, part of the Chemical Conversations series. In this episode, the Argus methanol expert Dave McCaskill and senior analyst Cassidy Staggers discuss October pricing and market trends Legislation updates by the European Commission on low-carbon fuels Information on the conclusion of IMO’s MEPC 82nd session Argus offers methanol prices, news, analysis, forecasts, and consulting. Get more information and request a free trial....
Oct 23, 2024•14 min•Ep. 870
Oct 23, 2024•12 min•Ep. 869
Oct 21, 2024•10 min•Ep. 868
Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast form Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week’s episode features: Phillips 66 to shut Los Angeles refinery California mandates minimum gasoline inventories Fronti...
Oct 18, 2024•4 min•Ep. 867
Midcontinent distillate reporter Hunter Fite sits down with Associate Editor of US Products Jason Metko to chat about the region's harvest season, and how inventories, refinery maintenance and prices are factoring into this year's harvest. Related products: Argus US Products - US fuel prices, news and market analysis | Argus Media Argus Spot Ticker - Live prices - Spot ticker - US diesel & gasoline | Argus Media...
Oct 16, 2024•6 min•Ep. 866
David Appleton seats with LPG editor, Amy Strahan, to discuss recent multi-year highs in the spot cargo market out of the US Gulf coast and what it means for the winter outlook.
Oct 16, 2024•15 min•Ep. 865
Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast form Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week’s episode features: Deadly leak at Pemex Deer Park Refinery | Read more Port Tampa Bay ops escape worst of Hurricane...
Oct 11, 2024•3 min•Ep. 864
O Brasil possui uma frota de mais de 2 milhões de caminhões, além de outros veículos que utilizam diesel como combustível. Diante das atuais necessidades globais de redução de emissões de gases de efeito estufa, o uso do Arla 32 está em linha com as metas ambientais. No entanto, esse mercado enfrenta diversos problemas ligados à informalidade, permitindo que exista produção irregular de Arla 32. O editor assistente da publicação Argus Brasil Grãos e Fertilizantes, João Petrini, conversa com Edua...
Oct 11, 2024•15 min•Ep. 863
Hear Argus’ analysis of the Australian sustainable fertilizer market, following our attendance at a key industry event. The podcast covers key Australian fertilizer sustainability trends, challenges and insights – and an introduction to Argus’ price reporting service – Argus Sustainable and Specialty Fertilizers. Join Andrea Valentini , VP Business Development, Fertilizers, and Huijun Yao , Editor, Argus Asia Fertilizer as they discuss these topics and key conference takeaways in the latest epis...
Oct 10, 2024•11 min•Ep. 862
Hear Argus’ analysis of the global sustainable and specialty fertilizers sector, as the pressure to decarbonise and improve nutrient use efficiency drives interest and growth in these markets. Join Mike Nash , Senior Editor, Fertilizers, Oliver Hatfield , VP, Fertilizers and Beatrice O’Kelly , Commercial Product Manager, as they analyse the markets for key product groups including water-soluble fertilizers, secondary and micronutrients, low-carbon fertilizers, organics and organo-minerals. You’l...
Oct 10, 2024•13 min•Ep. 861
Hear Argus’ analysis of Chile’s annual contract negotiations and their impact on the global sulphuric acid market, supply/demand dynamics, trade flows, and freight. Join Liliana Minton , Editor, Argus Sulphuric Acid, and Nykole King , Market Reporter, Potash and NPKs as they discuss these topics and more in the latest episode of Argus’ Fertilizer Matters podcast series. Key topics covered in the podcast: TFI conference – why is it important for Chile’s annual contract negotiations? Short term vi...
Oct 08, 2024•7 min•Ep. 860
Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast form Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week’s episode includes: WTI reached nearly one-year high minimum gasoline reserve bill advances Delek completes retail a...
Oct 04, 2024•3 min•Ep. 859
In this podcast we get an update on the asphalt/bitumen markets in Asia and the Middle East. Irina Vinogradova, Senior Manager – Analytics & Consulting at Argus, is joined by our market experts: Elliot Chan, Consultant - Analytics & Consulting, and K. Sathya Narayanan, Senior Reporter – Oil Products. As well as overviews of the general market movements in the regions, listen to the discussion to get an understanding of: How the market has changed in China with the country’s economy still...
Oct 04, 2024•20 min•Ep. 858
O mercado de fertilizantes segue gerando dúvidas e preocupações por toda a cadeia de distribuição de insumos. Buscando entender melhor os próximos passos, além de validar percepções de fundamentos, participantes do mercado brasileiro de adubos se reúnem para discutir oportunidades, novas fronteiras e tecnologias. A repórter de fertilizantes da publicação Argus Brasil Grãos e Fertilizantes, Gisele Augusto , conversa com Ricardo Tortorella , diretor executivo da Associação Nacional para Difusão de...
Oct 02, 2024•19 min•Ep. 857
Hear from Argus’s global petrochemical consultants, Sarah Rae, Craig Barry and Becky Zhang, as they discuss the latest trends and key issues in the global ethylene market, as well as market prospects for major economies in the coming years. Ahead of the Argus Chemicals Forum on 7 October and EPCA on 8-10 October, the team delivers insights on: Factors contributing to the sustained high prices of ethylene in the US and their impact on exports. Market updates in Europe, focusing on how the market ...
Oct 02, 2024•16 min•Ep. 855
Stay informed with Fuels Focus, the essential podcast form Argus that delivers timely analysis and key highlights from the US refined products marketplace. Each week, our experts break down the most significant developments affecting gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, RINs and ethanol prices – equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the market complexities with confidence. This week’s episode features: November Nymex WTI nears 2 week low US Central Atlantic coast gasoline inventories reach six-mon...
Sep 27, 2024•3 min•Ep. 854
Welcome to this Methanol Market Puts-and-Takes podcast episode, part of the Chemical Conversations series. In this episode, Argus methanol expert Dave McCaskill delivers insight into the: Pricing trends through the end of the year Dynamics of a tightening supply market Alternative pricing scenarios for methanol as a marine fuel Argus offers methanol prices, news, analysis, forecasts, and consulting. Get more information and request a free trial ....
Sep 27, 2024•8 min•Ep. 852
Listen to Argus’ Freight reporter Leonard Fisher-Matthews , Ammonia editor Ruth Sharpe and LPG & Ammonia Freight reporter Yohanna Pinheiro discuss the new ammonia flows in the gas carrier market as Argus launches 12 new ammonia freight assessments, including routes for midsize carriers (MGCs) and large gas carriers (LGCs). Key topics covered in the podcast: Details of Argus new ammonia freight assessments Main disruptions in seaborne ammonia flows Gas carrier fleet development outlook Impact...
Sep 27, 2024•11 min•Ep. 851
