Rising Ore Prices Support Nickel Market, Steel Mills Increase Indicative Prices Amid Gradual Recovery

Published: Mar 13, 2026 14:14

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[SMM Nickel Flash] March 13 News: Supply side, as rising ore prices provided strong cost support, upstream offer prices remained firm. Demand side, as market activity gradually rebounded, steel mills' indicative prices also saw some increases. Overall, market trading activity gradually recovered, and high-grade NPI prices were supported.

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