MYSTEEL: Excess supply to weigh on China's FeCr prices in July

China's market for high-carbon ferrochrome (FeCr) experienced a further increase in supply in June to reach new highs, according to Mysteel's latest data. Market insiders are concerned that abundant supplies of the ferroalloy may exert pressure on spot prices due to potential weakening demand from stainless steelmakers.

Mysteel's survey, which samples 95% of all domestic FeCr smelters, indicates that China's production of high-carbon FeCr remained high in June, increasing by 0.9% month-on-month to 819,300 tonnes, the highest level since January 2021. Ferroalloy smelters in southern China benefited from lower electricity prices due to the availability of hydroelectric power