Tag: Japan Billet Exports

  • Japanese EAF Mills Eye Expanding Billet Exports

    Japanese EAF Mills Eye Expanding Billet Exports

    Japanese electric arc furnace mills are aiming to lift their billet exports to keep their operation ratios stable now that domestic demand for their semis is slowing. But mini mill and trading house sources say the steelmakers are struggling against lower bid prices and stagnated demand from overseas customers. Current bid prices for Japan-origin SS400…