Iron ore price21 Mar 2023 10:32
Prices for iron ore cargoes with a 63.5% iron ore content for delivery in Tianjin fell below $129 per tonne, extending the retreat from the nine-month high of $134.5 touched on March 15th amid increased control of speculatory prices and curbs for major steel producers. China’s National Development and Reform Commission issued more warnings against speculatory iron ore prices, stating it will crack down against false information and hoarding by traders. Bidding activity is also expected to remain muted as pollution regulations forced major steel production hubs Tangshan and Handan to cut capacity. At the same time, reports indicate the Chinese government will slash domestic steel output for a third year in 2023. Meanwhile, efforts to support infrastructure and construction limited the decline, as the PBoC lowered its reserve requirement ratio.
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