Author: Romil Sethi
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India: Rains, higher coal prices disrupt sponge iron production in Karnataka
Karnataka’s sponge iron sector observed a decline in production as well as trading activity over the last 2-3 weeks. Participants reported a shortage of material because several plants have been running at 50-60% capacity while many have shut down temporarily. Most mill owners have opted to move to the sidelines waiting for clearer market directions…