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Iron ore futures declined on Friday, weighed down by ongoing concerns about demand and market sentiment High port inventories, reduced steel production, and environmental-related curbs on steel production in some…
Iron ore futures extended their losses on Thursday, weighed down by a bearish demand outlook and declining steel production figures that dampened market sentiment. Crude steel production in China's top ten steelmaking…
Iron ore futures fell on Wednesday, pressured by a bearish outlook for the key steelmaking input. Market sentiment was further dampened by concerns over rising port-side iron ore inventories and weakening steel demand…
Iron ore futures edged up on Tuesday as cautious market sentiment persisted, with weak fundamentals outweighing stimulus hopes. Concerns over higher port-side iron ore inventories and slowing steel demand continued to…
Iron ore futures rose on Monday, buoyed by expectations of policy support from Beijing, even as fundamentals in the steel sector continued to weaken. A senior official from China's central bank announced plans to boost…
Iron ore futures fell on Friday due to demand uncertainties and the lack of detailed Chinese stimulus measures, which weighed heavily on market sentiment. Adding to the bearish outlook, port-side iron ore inventories…
Iron ore futures recovered on Thursday, as improved steel demand and stimulus hopes supported the key steelmaking raw material. Steel demand in China remained firm, specially from the manufacturing sector, reflected by…
Iron ore futures fell on Wednesday as a clouded demand outlook dampened market sentiment. Earlier this week, the Politburo signaled a shift in policy, pledging a moderately loose monetary stance and more proactive…
Iron ore futures surged on Tuesday, buoyed by expectations of stronger economic stimulus from Beijing. The Chinese Politburo announced plans for looser monetary policies and proactive fiscal measures to spur economic…
Iron ore futures rose on Friday as Beijing's commitment to stronger economic support in 2025 bolstered market sentiment. The Chinese Politburo announced plans for looser monetary policy and more proactive fiscal…
Iron ore futures fell on Friday as concerns over weak steel demand continued to pressure the steelmaking raw material market. Iron ore futures posted gains earlier this week supported by short-term demand as steel…
Iron ore futures fell on Thursday as market attention shifted to demand fundamentals and growing concerns that Beijing might not deliver stronger stimulus measures. Investor sentiment turned cautious following Chinese…
Iron ore futures rose on Wednesday as markets anticipated additional stimulus measures from Beijing, despite lingering demand concerns. Market expectations are high for additional stimulus measures ahead of the annual…
Iron ore futures climbed on Friday, supported by restocking activity and anticipation of further economic stimulus. Chinese steel mills increased their iron ore inventories to prepare for potential disruptions during…
Iron ore futures remained unchanged on Thursday, reflecting cautious sentiment in the market despite firm near-term demand. Restocking by Chinese steel mills ahead of winter continues to provide support for prices…
Iron ore futures rose on Wednesday as Chinese steel mills increased restocking efforts ahead of the winter season, partially offsetting the weak steel demand outlook. The market also anticipates potential policy…
Iron ore futures rose slightly on Tuesday, supported by restocking activities from Chinese steel mills ahead of potential winter logistics disruptions. However, gains were limited by a weak outlook for steel demand and…
Iron ore futures rose on Monday, buoyed by restocking activities as steel mills prepared for potential winter disruptions and the upcoming February holiday. This proactive inventory replenishment provided some support…
Iron ore futures fell on Friday, reflecting cautious sentiment about the long-term demand outlook despite steady near-term demand. The decline comes after iron ore prices had risen in the previous four sessions…
Iron ore futures edged higher on Thursday, supported by restocking demand despite lingering uncertainty about demand. Steel mills have started replenishing inventories ahead of potential winter disruptions and the…
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