MMi Daily Iron Ore Report (May 14)
Today, the DCE Iron ore futures showed a weak-then-strong pattern today. The most-traded contract I2609 ultimately closed at 817 yuan/mt, basically flat compared to the previous trading day. Port spot prices were down 2-5 yuan/mt from the previous day. Traders offered prices in line with the market; steel mills purchased as needed; overall spot trading sentiment was lukewarm.
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