Introduction: Global cocoa butter prices remained elevated during Q1 2026 due to tight cocoa bean supply, fluctuating raw material costs, and strong demand from confectionery and personal care industries. Weather disruptions in cocoa-producing countries and higher processing expenses supported firm market sentiment. The cocoa butter price forecast indicates continued volatility amid...

Introduction: Global polysilicon prices showed mixed movement during May 2026 as supply-demand imbalances, fluctuating silicon feedstock costs, and varying solar manufacturing activity influenced procurement behaviour. Oversupply conditions pressured prices in Asia and Europe, while stronger semiconductor demand supported North American markets. The polysilicon price index reflected...