Iran: Steel billet prices drop by $21/t w-o-w on soft demand

  • Billet prices fell 9,000 rial/kg ($21/t) w-o-w to 363,000 rial/kg ($863/t), while rebar remained at 405,000 rial/kg ($963/t). Weak demand kept prices in check, though potential Iranian ship inspections could disrupt exports.
  • The market is stabilising, amid high competition, factories with subsidiaries are leveraging advantages.
  • Exports of 130 mm billets remain strong, while 150 mm 5sp supply is limited, tightening domestic rebar and sheet availability.