India: Sponge iron prices rise sharply in Bellary

Pellet-based sponge iron, P-DRI, prices in Karnataka’s Bellary rose by INR 300/t on 28 Jan’22, whereas iron ore-based DRI (C-DRI) prices increased by INR 800/t.

  • 1,000 t of P-DRI deals were confirmed at INR 33,700-33,800/t against offers at INR 34,000/t exw.
  • About 620 t of C-DRI deals were reported at INR 34,400/t ($458/t) exw.
  • Prices remain strong due to higher coal, pellet prices amidst sufficient orders with suppliers.

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