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Iron ore futures were largely steady on Monday, with improving demand providing support against downside pressure. Production at Chinese blast furnace mills continued to recover, underpinning iron ore consumption…
Iron ore futures declined on Friday, as easing supply disruption concerns and uncertainty over demand weighed on market sentiment. Earlier this week, iron ore futures were supported by concerns over potential…
Outokumpu has launched a circular economy initiative at its Kemi mine aimed at utilizing mining side streams and reducing reliance on virgin raw materials, the company said. The project, developed in cooperation with…
Iron ore futures rose slightly on Thursday, supported by concerns over supply disruptions in Australia following the closure of key ports in the Pilbara region due to a tropical cyclone. Pilbara Ports said operations at…
Iron ore futures fell on Wednesday, pressured by environmental-related production curbs in Tangshan, a major steelmaking hub in China. Market sentiment weakened after Tangshan activated an emergency response to air…
Jindal Stainless has commissioned a 1.2 mln tons per year stainless steel melt shop in Indonesia through its joint venture, ahead of schedule, the company said. Following the commissioning, the company's total melting…
Iron ore futures extended gains on Tuesday, supported by improving steel production in China, although higher port-side inventories limited further upside. Market participants said iron ore demand remains firm as…
Iron ore futures rose on Monday, while coking coal prices surged, supported by rising energy and freight costs driven by ongoing Middle East tensions. The Middle East conflict has significantly disrupted natural gas and…
Iron ore futures retreated on Wednesday as cautious sentiment over demand outlook weighed on the market. High port-side inventories in China continued to act as a key headwind, while rising global supply remains a…
Iron ore futures increased on Tuesday, supported by a stronger outlook for steel demand and improved market sentiment. Market participants in China reported firmer domestic demand for finished steel, particularly long…
Iron ore futures declined on Monday as lower Chinese steel production and rising supply weighed on market sentiment. Daily crude steel output among mills of the China Iron and Steel Association (CISA) fell 0.8pct during…
Iron ore futures extended gains on Friday as the near-term outlook improved on expectations of stronger steel demand and restrictions on certain BHP iron ore products. Market participants expect steel production to…
Iron ore futures climbed on Thursday, supported by improving demand sentiment in the market. Steel production in China is expected to rebound following the lifting of temporary environmental output curbs that were…
Iron ore futures rose on Wednesday on expectations of improved demand in the near term. Market analysts expect China's steel production to recover following the conclusion of the country's annual parliamentary meetings…
Iron ore futures inched higher on Tuesday, supported by expectations of improved demand amid lower shipments from major suppliers and the anticipated recovery in Chinese steel output. Market sentiment improved following…
Iron ore futures surged on Monday, supported by rising freight costs amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and expectations of improved steel demand. Oil prices spiked as the conflict intensified following…
Iron ore futures climbed on Friday, supported by expectations of improved demand following positive economic signals from China. Market sentiment strengthened as China's annual Two Sessions parliamentary meetings…
Acerinox has partnered with Jeremias to introduce Blueline, the world's first low-emission chimney and exhaust duct line designed to reduce the carbon footprint of building systems. The new product range is manufactured…
Iron ore futures posted gains on Thursday, supported by optimism following China's latest economic policy announcements. Market sentiment improved after Premier Li Qiang outlined economic priorities during the annual…
Swedish steel producer SSAB has introduced Hardox HiAce, a wear-resistant steel designed for applications exposed to both abrasion and corrosive environments, the company said. The new grade is engineered to address…
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