The EIA reported total U.S. propane/propylene inventories had a build of 1.9 MMbbl for the week ended October 10, which was more than industry expectations for an increase of 670 Mbbl and the average build for the week of 630 Mbbl. Storage levels were 1% less than the same period last year. Total U.S. propane/propylene stocks are now at 102.4 MMbbl, which is 759 Mbbl, or 1%, less than the same week in 2024 and the 5-year maximum. Inventories are 9.8 MMbbl, or 11%, above the 5-year average. Overall, inventories remain comfortably above seasonal norms despite the recent slowdown in year-over-year growth.
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