Market Overview
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
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Diatomite Prices inÌýNorth America
In the United States, the Diatomite Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, driven by persistent increases in production costs.
Diatomite production costs increased, influenced by a 3.0% CPI rise in September 2025 and strengthened industrial electricity.
The Diatomite Price Forecast indicates upward pressure from elevated natural gas prices in September 2025.
Diatomite demand outlook was subdued, with industrial production growing only 0.1% year-over-year in September 2025.
Strong retail sales, up 5.42% year-over-year in September 2025, indirectly supported Diatomite demand.
Manufacturing output fluctuated in July-August 2025, affecting Diatomite demand as an industrial filler.
Mining output experienced an uptick in August 2025, contributing to overall Diatomite supply.
Weakening consumer confidence to 94.2 in September 2025 may temper future Diatomite demand.
Agricultural sector profitability is anticipated to strengthen in 2025, potentially boosting Diatomite demand.
Why did the price of Diatomite change in September 2025 in North America?
Production costs rose due to a 3.0% CPI increase in September 2025 and strengthened industrial electricity prices.
Elevated natural gas prices in September 2025 compared to the previous year increased operational expenses.
Mixed demand signals, including low industrial production growth and fluctuating manufacturing output, influenced pricing.
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Diatomite Prices inÌýAPAC
In China, the Diatomite Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, driven by weak industrial demand.
Diatomite production costs remained elevated in Q3 2025 due to high natural gas and industrial electricity prices.
Diatomite demand outlook was mixed, with manufacturing activity contracting in July but improving by September 2025.
China's industrial production expanded 6.5% year-over-year in September 2025, supporting Diatomite consumption.
The Consumer Price Index declined 0.3% year-over-year in September 2025, reflecting deflation and subdued consumer demand.
The Producer Price Index fell 2.3% year-over-year in September 2025, indicating weak industrial demand and price pressure.
China's Manufacturing Index was contracting in September 2025, impacting new orders for industrial raw materials.
Retail sales increased 3.0% year-over-year in September 2025, offering some support for Diatomite in consumer applications.
Diatomite price forecast suggests continued pressure from weak consumer confidence and industrial pricing trends.
Why did the price of Diatomite change in September 2025 in APAC?
Weak industrial demand, with PPI falling 2.3% in September 2025, pressured Diatomite prices.
Contracting manufacturing activity in September 2025 reduced new orders for Diatomite.
Elevated natural gas costs in Q3 2025 maintained upward pressure on Diatomite production.
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Diatomite Prices inÌýEurope
In Germany, the Diatomite Price Index fell in Q3 2025, driven by easing input costs and subdued industrial demand amidst inflationary pressures.
Diatomite production costs declined in Q3 2025, supported by a 1.7% decrease in Producer Price Index in September 2025.
European natural gas prices showed a steady downward trend in Q3 2025, reducing energy-intensive Diatomite processing expenses.
Diatomite demand remained subdued as the Manufacturing Index was contracting in Q3 2025, impacting industrial consumption.
Industrial production in Germany decreased 1.0% year-over-year in September 2025, dampening overall Diatomite consumption.
Despite a 0.2% rise in retail sales in September 2025, a 6.3% unemployment rate indicated subdued consumer confidence.
The Diatomite Price Forecast suggests continued downward pressure from persistent weak industrial economy signals in Q3 2025.
Construction output softened in September 2025, while automotive output surged, creating mixed demand signals.
Why did the price of Diatomite change in September 2025 in Europe?
Producer Price Index decreased 1.7% in September 2025, lowering Diatomite production input costs.
Industrial production declined 1.0% year-over-year in September 2025, reducing Diatomite demand.
European natural gas prices trended downward in Q3 2025, easing energy costs for Diatomite processing.
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