[SMM Announcement] Regarding the Discontinuation of Some Pickling and Cold Galvanizing Price Points in Chongqing and Wuhan Markets

Published: Jul 28, 2026 08:58

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Dear Users,

Greetings! Thank you for your continued attention and support for SMM.

The SMM Steel Industry Research Department has always been committed to providing the market with accurate, reliable, and representative data references. During the price inquiry process for cold-rolled hard coil, pickled coil, and galvanised coil in the Chongqing and Wuhan markets, SMM found that due to the relatively small market volume and limited number of traders for the relevant regions and brands, the collection samples for these prices were limited, making it difficult to form effective and continuous statistics. After a comprehensive assessment, and to ensure that the prices we provide hold practical reference value for the market, we have decided that effective August 3, 2026, the following prices will be discontinued: Jingang Group-Chongqing-cold-rolled hard coil price, Jingang Group-Wuhan-galvanised coil price, Jingang Group-Chongqing-pickled coil price, and Jingang Group-Chongqing-pickled automotive coil price.

We will continue to focus on mainstream markets in China, providing you with more valuable market information for the steel sheets & plates industry. Thank you again for your understanding and support!

SMM Steel Industry Research Department

Jul 28, 2026

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