Iran: Billet prices rise $7/t amid higher energy costs and sanction concerns

  • Billet prices in Iran rose 3,000 rial/kg ($7/t) to 371,000 rial/kg ($882/t), while rebar settled at 395,000 rial/kg ($940/t).
  • In the domestic market, sanctions, high energy costs, and looming gas shortages pressure mills despite accounting profits.
  • Exports of ore, DRI, and billet may decline, while rebar prices face caution amid weak construction demand.
  • Prices are unlikely to drop sharply given sticky costs and inflation risks.

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