Iron Ore Imports Profit Margin Slips Amid Weak Demand Outlook and Policy Uncertainty

Publicado: Sep 4, 2024 10:16
According to the SMM imported ore cost-profit table, the profit margin of imported ore declined slightly. Over the weekend, the August PMI data was released at 49.1, far below market expectations, weakening market confidence in the strengthening of demand during the peak season. In addition, the lack of favorable policy support on the macro level further dampened market sentiment. Under such circumstances, steel plants' blast furnace resumptions face greater pressure, with a sluggish expectation for hot metal increments, exerting pressure on iron ore prices. Nevertheless, considering the current low valuation of iron ore, the existing prices have already restrained the shipment of non-mainstream mines, thereby limiting the downside potential of iron ore prices. It is anticipated that iron ore prices will fluctuate at a low level in the short term, and the profit margin of imported ore may decline further.

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