Improved demand keeps Indian sponge prices high

Indian sponge prices continue to trade high on better demand from Ingot manufacturers. Manufacturers raise their offers by Rs 100-200/t on Monday morning.

” Demand has improved as compared to last week, buyers are willing to place fresh orders as they anticipate further hike in coming days.” said a sponge broker based in Raipur.

” Lots of steel mills based in UP are buying sponge from Raigarh and Rourkela on low availability of scrap (due to elections).” said a sponge manufacturer based in Raigarh.

Current Prices

Raipur= Rs 23800++

Rourkela= Rs 22500++

Hyderabad=Rs 22000++

Bellary=Rs 20800-21000++

Durgapur=Rs 26200*

++ Basic prices, excise and taxes extra

* Prices incld all

 


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