January 22 News: In the north China market, SiMn alloy 65/17 (cash) was priced at 6,000-6,200 yuan/mt, up 100 yuan/mt MoM; in the south China market, SiMn alloy 65/17 (cash) was priced at 6,200-6,300 yuan/mt, up 100 yuan/mt MoM. According to SMM, on the raw material side, due to relatively low port inventory, miners showed strong sentiment to stand firm on quotes, with a reluctance to sell. Currently, logistics transportation is challenging, and downstream alloy plants have reduced purchases. The manganese ore market remains stable. Supply side, many alloy plants are holding back from selling. Demand side, mainstream steel tenders have yet to be priced, and downstream steel mills have slowed their purchasing pace. Attention should still be paid to the situation of mainstream steel tenders.
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