Steel Raw Materials Short-Term Forecasts
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To navigate the complexities of the steel raw materials market, you need reliable market analysis and research to help you stay ahead of market trends. With more than 90% accuracy year-on-year, Fastmarkets Steel Raw Materials Short-Term Forecasts provide you with you the information and intelligence you need in one place. When you access our platform, you’ll get in-depth market analysis from experts embedded in the market paired with independent monthly research. This comprehensive resource empowers you to confidently lead price negotiations and make well-informed and timely business decisions.
With Fastmarkets Steel Raw Materials Short-Term Forecasts, your service will consist of:
- Price forecasts alongside price history in customizable workspaces where you can quickly navigate to relevant market commentary and in-depth analysis
- Steel Raw Materials Short-Term Forecast Tracker: a PDF report containing all the information traditionally associated with our tracker service
- Supporting Excel spreadsheet with relevant market data
Aligned to Fastmarkets benchmarks and rigorous forecasting methodology, our independent short-term forecasts provide the necessary tools to predict future trends in the pig iron, iron ore, DRI/HBI, freight, coking coal and coke markets.
Get monthly and quarterly forecasts for pig iron, iron ore, DRI/HBI, freight, coking coal and coke spanning more than 2 years to boost your strategic planning.
- Regional market dynamics: Stay informed about the dynamics of different regions and the sentiment for steel raw materials markets.
- Data-driven predictions: Our forecasts, powered by rigorous data modeling and analytical precision, help you anticipate market shifts and future price trends.
- Supply and demand analysis: Gain insights into supply and demand dynamics in the market, trade flows, stocks and logistics including updates on steel production and price trends.
- Weekly research reports: As part of our package, enjoy receiving weekly research reports that provide in-depth analysis of market trends, offering an added layer of insight.
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The global steel industry’s move to decarbonize and China’s penchant for lower-grade ores in recent years have uncovered challenges for high-grade iron ore to live out its value in both the blast furnace-based steelmaking route and the direct-reduction iron process, delegates told Fastmarkets during the Singapore International Ferrous Week (SIFW), which takes place from May 26-30.
The global iron ore market, a pivotal component of the steelmaking industry, has historically been driven by simple supply and demand dynamics. However, steel trade tariffs, trade wars and a growing trend toward resource nationalism are reshaping this once-basic industrial staple. These forces, alongside rising environmental regulations and shifting trade patterns, are profoundly influencing iron ore pricing, production and consumption trends.
The playing field for global iron ore brands could be poised to be leveled, given a recent announcement on lower iron content in a key mainstream Australian direct shipping ore, iron ore market participants told Fastmarkets, adding that the development could narrow the price disparities between major Australian mid-grade iron ore brands.
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