The EIA reported total U.S. propane/propylene inventories had a withdrawal of 2.95 MMbbl for the week ended December 13, which was above industry expectations for a decrease of 2.175 MMbbl and above the average draw for the week of 2.75 MMbbl. Total U.S. propane stocks are now at 90.1 MMbbl, which is 1.7 MMbbl, or 1.9% above the same week in 2023 and the 5-year maximum. Inventories are 6.9 MMbbl, or 8.3%, above the 5-year average.
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