SHANGHAI, May 16 (SMM) - In May, the output of 300-series stainless steel billets may hit a record high with the commissioning of new capacity at large stainless steel mills. The construction of real estate supporting facilities is coming to an end, which will prevent demand from growing. Growing supply and sagging demand threaten to push up stainless steel inventory in May, thus weighing on its prices. However, the downside room may be limited due to cost support from firm high-grade NPI prices.

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