June 3, 2026 | 06:12 GMT +7
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June 3, 2026 | 06:12 GMT +7
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On the global market, Asian rubber prices continued to move in mixed directions during the latest trading session. While the Tokyo Commodity Exchange (TOCOM) remained largely flat with prices fluctuating narrowly around JPY 396-403/kg, the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) recorded slight recovery signals amid expectations of improving demand in China.
In the international market, RSS3 rubber prices on the Tokyo exchange showed mixed but limited fluctuations. Specifically, the May 2026 contract edged down by JPY 0.10/kg (-0.02%) to JPY 396/kg; the June 2026 contract increased by JPY 2.10/kg (+0.53%) to JPY 399.10/kg; while the July 2026 contract fell by JPY 3.40/kg (-0.84%) to JPY 403.30/kg.
On the Shanghai exchange, natural rubber prices rebounded slightly across major contracts. The June 2026 contract rose by RMB 70/ton (+0.43%) to RMB 17,370/ton; the July 2026 contract increased by RMB 180/ton (+1.04%) to RMB 17,490/ton; and the August 2026 contract gained RMB 95/ton (+0.55%) to RMB 17,430/ton.
On the Osaka Exchange (OSE), the October rubber contract continued its upward momentum, reaching JPY 409/kg.
The main driver behind the natural rubber market came from the “heat” in the energy market. Brent crude oil prices surged more than 2% following military tensions, sharply increasing production costs for synthetic rubber, a direct competitor and petroleum-based product. As a result, speculative capital quickly shifted toward natural rubber in search of better profit margins.
However, market sentiment remained deeply divided. Contrary to gains in Japan, the Shanghai futures market reacted negatively, with the September contract falling 0.46% to RMB 17,330/ton. In particular, June butadiene rubber contracts plunged 1.8% to RMB 14,460/ton. This cautious sentiment also spread to the Singapore Commodity Exchange (SICOM), where the June contract declined 1% to 220.8 US cents/kg.
Oil market developments continue to be a major factor affecting synthetic rubber, especially butadiene rubber, which is closely tied to crude oil prices. Earlier this week, Brent Crude Oil prices at one point dropped nearly 6–7% to their lowest level in two weeks following signs that the United States and Iran had resumed negotiations aimed at easing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. However, analysts believe risks remain because Hormuz still handles around 20% of global oil transportation.
Rubber prices on May 28, 2026: Global market mixed.
Global rubber prices today remain in a consolidation phase as markets closely monitor raw material supply conditions in Thailand, Africa, and Indonesia, key global rubber-producing regions.
According to analysts, the global rubber market continues to be affected by tight supply conditions while demand recovery remains relatively weak.
The recent rise in rubber prices came as Brent oil prices increased around 4% on Tuesday after the U.S. military launched airstrikes on Iran, weakening hopes for a peace agreement that could end the three-month conflict involving the two countries.
Oil price movements directly affect the rubber market because natural rubber competes with synthetic rubber, which is produced from crude oil. When oil prices rise, synthetic rubber production costs increase as well, thereby supporting demand for natural rubber.
Thus, global rubber prices on May 28, 2026, recorded mixed movements across major exchanges.
Domestically, latex purchasing prices remained unchanged compared to the previous day. At Binh Long Rubber Company, factory purchasing prices stayed at VND 505/TSC/kg, while prices at production teams remained at VND 495/TSC/kg. Meanwhile, mixed latex prices (DRC 60%) increased by VND 4,000 to VND 18,000/kg.
Other companies also maintained stable prices. At Mang Yang Rubber Company, fresh latex purchasing prices remained around VND 458-463/TSC (grade 2-grade 1), while mixed coagulated latex prices ranged from VND 404-459/DRC (grade 2-grade 1).
Ba Ria Rubber Company continued quoting fresh latex prices at VND 420/TSC/kg (applicable for TSC levels from 25 to under 30), while coagulated latex DRC (35-44%) remained at VND 14,600/kg and raw latex at VND 18,100/kg.
Phu Rieng Rubber Company maintained fresh latex purchasing prices at VND 420/TSC, while mixed latex prices remained unchanged at VND 390/DRC.
$ 1 = VND 26,393 - Source: Vietcombank.
Translated by Hoang Duy
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