Intco Medical Says Q2 Glove Prices Rose, Customer Inventories Low Ahead of August Peak Season
Intco Medical said at its August 24 interim results conference call that disposable glove prices rose significantly in the second quarter, driven by Middle East tensions and crude oil price volatility. Higher international sea freight costs prompted customers to slow purchases and draw down existing stock, leaving inventories at low levels across the board and creating clear restocking demand. The company noted that August marks the start of the procurement peak season, with customers showing strong ordering willingness.
Intco Medical said at its interim results conference call held on August 24 that disposable glove prices rose notably in the second quarter, affected by both the Middle East situation and crude oil price fluctuations. At the same time, higher international sea freight costs led customers to slow their purchasing pace and draw down existing inventories, leaving customer stock levels almost universally low and creating clear restocking demand.
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