Prices in the global steel billet market were mostly trending upward last week amid enlivened demand at some destinations as well as increased scrap prices, Metal Bulletin has learnt.

The latest news and price moves to start the Asian day on Friday January 19.

Metal Bulletin reviews the major stories that have affected the steel market over the past week.

The latest news and price moves to start the Asian day on Wednesday August 8.

Sentiment in most of the global billet markets was negative in the week ended Friday August 10 amid unfavorable market conditions.

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Prices for steel scrap imported into Bangladesh in containers have gone down again over the past week, while those for bulk cargoes were steadier, market participants told Fastmarkets on Thursday October 8.

Spot demand for imported ferrous scrap in key Asian market Vietnam slowed in the week to Friday June 19 after buyers noted a dip in prices from the middle of the week.

Metal Bulletin reviews the major stories affecting the steel market over the past week.