
StoneX analysts say China could restrict fertilizer exports in the fourth quarter of 2025, a recurring pattern meant to protect domestic planting supply. The report flags nitrogen and phosphate products, especially MAP, which made up about 16% of global volume in 2024.
Brazil, a major MAP importer, is cited as most exposed.
Possible Chinese curbs would reduce global MAP and urea availability and increase competition for shipments to Brazil. This points to firmer phosphate and nitrogen prices and tighter margins for Brazilian growers.
After 151 past bullish policy events, DAP moved a median +0.0% over 5 sessions (50% higher; middle half -0.6% to +0.9%), and +1.9% over 20.
After 129 past bullish policy events, Urea moved a median -0.1% over 5 sessions (47% higher; middle half -1.3% to +2.3%), and +1.4% over 20.
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