[SMM Daily Review on Sheets & Plates] Spot Prices Rose Slightly, with Divergent Trading Performance Across Regions

Published: Mar 11, 2026 19:21

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Today, the most-traded hot-rolled coil contract closed at 3,269, up 0.28%. In the spot market, spot hot-rolled prices in China were mostly stable with some gains, while spot cold-rolled prices were largely stable. Overall trading sentiment was moderate, and transactions at lower prices were moderate.
Short term, hot-rolled coil inventory was expected to continue building up this week, though at a slower pace. Before the inflection point of inventory destocking emerges, finished steel products will likely struggle to break out of the broader market trend independently. In the short term, prices were expected to fluctuate rangebound in line with cost movements, with the HRC May contract facing pressure around 3,285.

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