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Published: Sep 24, 2026 16:28 (GMT+8)

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[Steel Billet] Billet export FOB prices held stable with a soft tone today, with offers at Jiangyin Port at $465–470/mt. According to market research, billet exports have seen inquiries recently, but buyers' ideal price levels are relatively low. Considering the pressure of absorbing supply amid domestic demand, some mills made slight price concessions in their sales.

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