1. Different pricing methods: the listing price is the standard grade price, and the settlement price is the price given according to the actual quantity, quality, grade and pricing method after listing. The listing price generally refers to the open market quotation (generally wholesale price). Ex-factory price generally refers to the price of goods sold by manufacturers in the factory.
2. Different meanings: the listing price and settlement price of asphalt are important indicators that traders pay attention to. The listing price reflects the real-time situation of the market, while the settlement price is the actual delivery price when the futures contract expires, which is an important reference for traders to make futures investment decisions and risk management.