Doormat Weekly News · August 9, 2026
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Key Developments Oil prices fell rapidly following developments in the U.S.–Iran negotiations and signals from OPEC+ regarding increased production. WTI crude declined to approximately USD 80.80 per barrel, while Brent crude fell to around USD 84 per barrel. Amazon Prime Big Deal Days early-deal submissions are due by August 5. Discounted pricing for the European marketplace will become available on August 10, while the EU Packaging and Packaging
Doormat Weekly News · July 27, 2026
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Key Event The pause in attacks between the United States and Iran has caused oil prices to retreat from recent highs. However, WTI crude remains at approximately USD 84 per barrel, while Brent crude is trading at around USD 92 per barrel. Amazon’s Q4 holiday promotion submission schedule and warehouse inbound deadlines have now been confirmed. Doormat sellers have entered a stage requiring simultaneous preparation in three key areas: promotion en
Doormat Weekly News · July 20, 2026
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Key Event Amazon’s holiday promotion submission window is now open. With oil prices remaining high, AWD/FBA fees rising, and the EU PPWR deadline approaching, doormat sellers should shift this week’s focus from “restocking” to “profit recalculation and compliance documentation.” This Week’s Key Takeaways Market Weekly Summary The key change in the global doormat industry this week is that platform schedules are extending further upstream into the
Doormat Weekly News · July 13, 2026
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Key Event Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have pushed crude oil prices higher, with WTI rising to approximately USD 74 per barrel and Brent approaching USD 78 per barrel. Oil-based raw materials, ocean freight fuel surcharges, and cross-border inventory costs have all entered a sensitive range. This Week’s Key Takeaways The main theme across the doormat supply chain this week has shifted from low-level consolidation to cost protection. The risk
Doormat Weekly News · July 6, 2026
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Key Event Oil prices remain volatile at elevated levels, while PP and PVC costs continue to diverge. Combined with the implementation of the EU PPWR and Amazon’s peak-season inventory requirements, doormat sellers have entered a critical period for locking in raw-material prices and reviewing compliance documentation. This Week’s Key Takeaways This week, the doormat supply chain is focused on three key areas: First, crude oil prices remain elevat
Floor Mat Industry Weekly News · June 30, 2026
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MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS Prime Day 2026 Concludes · Amazon Enforces Country-of-Origin Compliance from June 30 · Less Than 45 Days Until the EU PPWR Deadline · Crude Oil Remains Low and Volatile · Cost Pressure Eases for PP, PVC, Butadiene and SBS THIS WEEK’S KEY SUMMARY During the week of June 23–30, the floor mat and carpet industry reached three important milestones: the post–Prime Day review period, Amazon’s strengthened enforcement of country-of-or
Floor Mat Industry Weekly News · June 22, 2026
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MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS U.S.–Iran Peace Memorandum Officially Signed on June 19 · WTI Crude Oil Plunges 9.5% to Below USD 77 · Brent Crude Falls Below USD 79 · Chemical Raw Materials Decline Sharply: PP Down 11.6%, Butadiene Down 13.7% and PVC Down 5.4% · Three Days Until Prime Day · Amazon to Enforce Country-of-Origin Compliance Requirements from June 30 THIS WEEK’S KEY SUMMARY During the week of June 15–19, the international energy market reached a
Floor Mat Industry Weekly News · June 14, 2026
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MAJOR TURNING POINT The final wording of the U.S.–Iran Peace Agreement was agreed upon on June 12 · Iran’s foreign minister stated that the MOU could be signed within days · U.S. officials expressed 80% confidence · Oil prices plunged after the announcement: WTI fell from USD 85 to USD 84.88, while Brent dropped from USD 88 to USD 87.33 · The Strait of Hormuz is currently allowing only three vessels per day, with more than 160 oil tankers still w
Floor Mat Industry Weekly News · June 7, 2026
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Floor Mat Industry Weekly News · June 1, 2026
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URGENT UPDATE A framework for a 60-day U.S.–Iran ceasefire memorandum was reached on May 28 and is awaiting final approval from President Trump. WTI crude oil fell below USD 87 per barrel, while Brent crude dropped below USD 92 per barrel. Oil prices plunged by more than 19% in May, marking their sharpest monthly decline since March 2020. PP fell 4% for the week to RMB 8,497 per metric ton, while butadiene accelerated its decline to RMB 11,867 pe