Global plastics industry analysts warn of rising resin prices due to stalled heavy crude exports. U.S. Gulf Coast refineries face immediate supply shocks in petrochemical feedstocks. The shift in Venezuelan leadership could end the era of discounted crude for Chinese manufacturers. Long-term stability in Caracas may position Venezuela as a primary hub for resin production. … Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Global plastics industry Braces for Volatility After Maduro: Venezuela’s Oil Shock Ripples Into Trillion Dollar Industry