Author: Prashasti Giri

Festive slowdown limits market activity Finished steel prices sees mixed response BigMint’s billet index in Raipur remained unchanged at INR 42,850/t ex-works on 2 April 2026, as market activity slowed amid the festive holiday of Hanuman Jayanti, leading to subdued participation across the semi-finished steel segment. Trading activity remained subdued, with buyers stepping back from…