Rubber prices on April 2, 2026: Mixed fluctuations

Rubber prices on April 2 globally

On the global market, this commodity has increased on major exchanges.

In this morning’s online trading session, RSS3 rubber prices on the TOCOM (Tokyo) exchange showed mixed movements across maturities. Specifically, the April 2026 contract slightly decreased by 0.80 yen/kg (-0.21%), to 367.20 yen/kg; the May 2026 contract remained at 367.90 yen/kg; the June 2026 contract increased by 7.50 yen/kg (+2.04%), to 375.50 yen/kg.

On the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE), natural rubber prices fluctuated in opposite directions across delivery contracts. Specifically, the April 2026 contract increased by CNY 245/ton (+1.49%), to CNY 16,635/ton; the May 2026 contract decreased by CNY 95/ton (-0.57%), to CNY 16,570/ton; the June 2026 contract decreased by CNY 60/ton (-0.36%), to CNY 16,635/ton.

Rubber prices today on the global market showed mixed increases and decreases. Previously, the Japanese market was supported by the yen falling to its lowest level in 1.5 years and a strong rise in oil prices.

Fluctuations in the currency market are becoming the center of attention as the Japanese yen continues to weaken, at one point falling to 160.47 JPY/USD during the trading session, reaching its lowest level since mid-2024, a period when Tokyo authorities had to intervene to stabilize the foreign exchange market.

According to data from regional exchanges, Thailand’s benchmark export rubber (RSS3) edged up 0.46%, while block rubber decreased by 0.31%, a divergence showing that demand for each type is becoming differentiated.

Information from brokers such as Shenyin Wanguo Futures and Guoxin Futures shows that early tapping in Yunnan (China) could help supplement short-term supply. However, it should be noted that China’s domestic production only meets about 15-20% of consumption demand, according to data from the China Rubber Industry Association. Most supply still depends on imports, with Thailand accounting for more than 35% of the country’s total imports (according to China Customs in 2025).

In China, the rubber contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) for May decreased by 0.82%, to CNY 16,345/ton, equivalent to about $ 2,366/ton. The May butadiene rubber contract also decreased by 2.53% to CNY 17,350/ton, equivalent to $ 2,512/ton.

Meanwhile, Thailand’s benchmark export rubber (RSS3) increased by 0.46%, while block rubber decreased by 0.31%. Chinese brokers such as Shenyin Wanguo Futures and Guoxin Futures said that early tapping in rubber-producing areas in Yunnan is expected to gradually reduce supply pressure.

Thus, global rubber prices on April 2, 2026 showed mixed upward movements compared to yesterday.

Rubber prices on April 2 domestically

In the domestic market, prices of this commodity did not change compared to yesterday.

Accordingly, the price of liquid latex at Mang Yang Rubber Company ranges from VND 458–463/TSC; lump rubber is purchased at around VND 404–459/DRC.

At Ba Ria Rubber Company, the price of liquid latex is VND 420/TSC; lump rubber (DRC 35–44%) is VND 14,600/kg; raw rubber is VND 18,100/kg.

The latest quotation from Phu Rieng Rubber Company is around VND 390/DRC for lump rubber and VND 420/TSC for liquid latex.

At Binh Long Rubber Company, the price at the factory is VND 432/TSC, at the production team is VND 422/TSC; lump rubber (DRC 60%) is VND 14,000/kg.