High-Grade NPI Prices Keep Rising Amid Peak Season, Slow Uptrend Forecast Next Week

Published: Sep 7, 2025 15:45

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[High-grade NPI Market Review] Supported by the traditional peak season, high-grade NPI prices continued to rise. However, it is worth noting that some downstream consumers still have low acceptance of high prices, while pre-existing low-priced inventories are being sold in the market. High-grade NPI prices are expected to maintain a slow upward trend next week.

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