The EIA reported a build of 810 Mbbl in total U.S. propane/propylene inventories for the week ended March 13, contrasting with industry expectations for a 300 Mbbl draw. Total stocks stand at 72.5 MMbbl—29.1 MMbbl, or 67%, above the same week in 2025 and 13.8 MMbbl, or 24%, above the five-year maximum. Inventories are also 38.9 MMbbl, or 58%, above the five-year average.
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