China: Iron ore spot prices increase by $1/t amid improvement in trading activity

China’s iron ore fines (Fe 62%) spot prices rose by $1.30/t to $100.70/t CFR on 30 Dec’24, driven by a boost in trading activity. Port stock prices also saw an uptick as liquidity improved in portside iron ore markets, with several trades being finalised during the day. However, steel mills continued to adopt a cautious approach, purchasing only as needed.


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