In the Shandong region, the mainstream quotation range for xylene is between 5,580 and 5,600 yuan per ton, marking an increase of 20 yuan per ton compared to the previous trading day. In the prior trading session, domestic toluene and xylene prices remained largely stable. In the near term, crude oil and the aromatics sector lack clear directional guidance, and the overall market lacks a definitive trend. Prices are expected to continue fluctuating within a narrow range. With the Spring Festival approaching, downstream pre-holiday restocking demand is anticipated to further weaken. Meanwhile, refinery inventory pressure remains low, and sales are steady, limiting the scope for short-term price adjustments.