Asia
Asian glass and glass product prices remained weak-to-stable during Q1’26, mainly due to slow construction demand in China. Official data showed China’s January-March real estate development investment declined 11.2% year-on-year, floor space under construction fell 11.7%, newly started floor space dropped 20.3%, and completed floor space declined 25.0%. This directly reduced demand for architectural glass, windows, facades, and interior glass products. Export activity helped absorb some regional oversupply, but domestic demand weakness limited price recovery. Higher fuel and freight costs after the Hormuz disruption restricted deeper price declines.
Europe
European glass and glass product prices were supported by energy cost pressure during Q1’26. Euro area industrial producer prices rose 3.4% month-on-month in March, while energy prices increased 11.1%. In the EU, producer prices rose 3.2%, with energy up 10.2%. However, construction demand was weak. March construction output fell 1.2% year-on-year in the euro area and 0.6% in the EU. Building construction declined 7.1% year-on-year in the euro area and 4.8% in the EU, limiting demand from building glass applications.
North America
North American glass and glass product prices were mildly firmer across Q1’26. The U.S. commodity PPI for glass moved from 198.934 in January to 199.218 in March, while glass and glass product manufacturing PPI increased from 180.971 to 182.135. Demand was supported by construction spending, which reached USD 2,185.5 billion in March at a seasonally adjusted annual rate, up 1.6% year-on-year.
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According to Procurement Resource, in the near-term, prices may remain stable-to-firm if energy and freight costs stay elevated. A stronger recovery will depend on construction demand, especially in Asia and Europe.
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Asia
In Asia, particularly in Japan and China, glass prices saw notable growth. Japanese display glass revenue increased significantly, driven by higher prices and demand, reflecting a focus on profitability after years of competitive pricing. Major Japanese manufacturers limited new glass tank investments and focused on improving efficiency and yields in existing facilities. Meanwhile, Chinese producers expanded capacity aggressively, investing in large-scale glass production for display and industrial applications. This expansion indicated potential future competition in both domestic and international markets, although quality differences still favoured established Japanese producers. Overall, Asian glass prices rose, supported by strong demand and strategic production management.
Europe
In Europe, the glass market experienced relatively stable pricing, though minor fluctuations occurred. While some producers maintained prices, others adjusted slightly upward or downward depending on market conditions and supply availability. Regulations such as Extended Producer Responsibility and upcoming deposit return schemes influenced costs for recycled glass, adding pressure on pricing. Some companies, like Encirc, underwent organizational changes, which affected production planning. Overall, the European market remained cautious, balancing steady demand with regulatory and supply-side factors, keeping prices moderately stable during the second half of the year.
North America
In the second half of 2025, glass and glass product prices in North America continued to rise steadily. Flat glass prices increased consistently, reflecting higher production costs and trade-related disruptions. The U.S. Producer Price Index showed growth in flat glass manufacturing, supported by domestic demand as import restrictions on Chinese and Malaysian float glass came into effect. The preliminary antidumping duties caused importers to face high cash deposit requirements, which disrupted supply chains and increased costs for many construction projects. Fabricated structural metal products also saw moderate price increases, contributing to overall construction input cost growth. Although some raw material costs, like oil and natural gas, eased slightly, the broader trend in glass products remained upward due to tariffs and trade volatility.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, Glass prices are expected to remain under upward pressure globally in the near term. Trade policies, production capacity management, and continued investment in high-quality products will likely influence price trends in the coming months.
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