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Iron ore futures inched higher on Monday, supported by encouraging economic data, though the overall demand outlook remains weak. China's retail sales in May grew at their fastest pace since late 2023, boosted by…
Iron ore futures edged lower on Friday as market sentiment was weighed down by a weakening demand outlook. Rising iron ore inventories at major Chinese ports, driven by higher arrivals and slower offtake, added to…
Iron ore futures declined on Thursday, as lingering concerns over weak demand overshadowed the positive sentiment sparked by encouraging developments in U.S.-China trade talks. U.S. President Trump commented favorably…
Iron ore futures rebounded on Wednesday, supported by renewed optimism in U.S.-China trade talks, although concerns about demand continued to weigh on the market. According to media reports, negotiators from both…
India's leading iron ore producer and exporter, National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC), has announced a price reduction of INR 140-150 (USD 1.63-1.75) per ton, according to a filing with the stock exchange. The…
Iron ore futures fell on Tuesday, weighed down by a bearish demand outlook amid rising shipments and expectations of weakening steel consumption. According to analysts, weekly shipments from key suppliers Australia and…
Iron ore futures fell on Monday, pressured by weak economic indicators that dampened market sentiment. China's consumer prices declined for a fourth consecutive month in May, despite government efforts to boost domestic…
Iron ore futures recovered on Wednesday, although the demand outlook for this crucial steelmaking ingredient remains uncertain. The recent gains were largely driven by profit-taking, as traders capitalized on short-term…
Iron ore futures declined in post-holiday trading on Tuesday, pressured by renewed demand concerns and the U.S. decision to double steel tariffs. Market sentiment was further dampened by escalating trade tensions, as…
Iron ore futures fell on Friday, pressured by declining steel production and subdued market sentiment during pre-holiday trading. Blast furnace-based steel mills are increasingly suspending operations for maintenance…
Iron ore futures ended a four-day losing streak on Thursday, lifted by improved market sentiment after a U.S. federal court blocked President Donald Trump's broader tariffs from taking effect. The court ruled that Trump…
Iron ore futures continued to decline on Wednesday as a weak demand outlook weighed heavily on market sentiment. Recent signs of slowing steel production have raised concerns over iron ore consumption. Weaker demand for…
Iron ore futures continued to decline on Tuesday amid weakening demand fundamentals, driven by fresh reports of potential steel production cuts in China. Tang Zujun, vice-president of the China Iron and Steel…
Iron ore futures fell on Monday as weakening steel production, driven by slowing demand, dampened market sentiment. According to the China Iron and Steel Association (CISA), average daily crude steel output among its…
Iron ore futures declined on Friday, weighed down by softening steel demand and cautious market sentiment. The seasonal slowdown in steel consumption, typical during the summer months, has led to a slower pace of…
Dalian iron ore futures rose slightly on Thursday, supported by firm near-term demand. However, gains were limited due to ongoing uncertainty surrounding long-term demand prospects. Steel production remained elevated…
Iron ore futures inched higher on Wednesday, though market sentiment remained subdued due to a cautious demand outlook. Near-term demand provided some support, as stable profitability encouraged steel mills to maintain…
Iron ore futures saw a modest uptick on Tuesday, supported by firm near-term demand, though broader market gains were limited by long-term economic concerns. Despite a month-on-month dip in steel production for April…
Tokyo Steel, Japan's leading electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaker, has announced it will keep its product prices unchanged for June, reflecting ongoing global and domestic market challenges. The company's HRC prices…
Iron ore futures slipped on Friday as cautious demand outlook weighed on market sentiment. Earlier in the week, commodity markets had rallied, supported by easing tensions between Beijing and Washington. A decline in…
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