8.19 Daily Urea Review: Futures and Spot Sentiments Resonate; The Urea Market Will Remain Stable in the Short Term.

August 20, 2026
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The internal urea market showed mixed trends on August 18: the price index slightly increased by 0.10% compared to the previous month but decreased by 0.77% year-on-year. The urea futures market also exhibited steady and volatile dynamics: the UR2609 contract closed at 1,711, up 0.82% compared to the previous trading day. Maintenance at some plants and improved export expectations supported market sentiment. However, excess supply in the spot market, high inventory levels, and regionally uneven demand from the agricultural and industrial sectors limited growth potential. Although producers showed a strong willingness to maintain prices, pressure from weak supply and demand fundamentals persisted. Overall, the market remains in a state of steady but volatile dynamics, and further trends will depend on supply reductions, ex
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