Amino acid markets: Valine firms in Europe, lysine remains low

Amino acid markets remain largely stable, with oversupply keeping prices subdued across most products. Freight rates and some regional supply disruptions are driving cautious spot demand, especially in Europe. Buyers are holding off on decisions as Q1 contracts are largely secured. Highlights: Lysine: Prices remain very low but stable, with suppliers resisting further reductions as supply and demand slowly rebalance. Freight rates are rising, and some buffering is expected ahead of Chinese