5.18 SMM Global Steel Daily Report

Published: May 18, 2026 18:08

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SMM News Flash:

[HRC] Today, HRC export prices decreased by 3 USD/tonne compared to the previous month. Some large factories in the north still maintain a high quotation level of 530 USD/tonne because there are still some orders for special specifications, and large factories have no obvious willingness to reduce prices and ship.

[India] Indian HRC SAE1006 offers to Vietnam declined sharply to $580/t CFR for June shipments as sellers lowered prices to remain competitive. Vietnam continued to be a key target market for Indian exporters amid weaker demand elsewhere. Market sentiment remained cautious, with Indian exports facing pressure from falling EU prices and uncertain recovery in the Middle East market.

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