DAILY: Chinese imported iron ore prices, sales both decline

Source: Mysteel Jan 15, 2026 19:30

China’s imported iron ore prices fell in both the portside and seaborne markets on January 15, accompanied by a slowdown in buying activity across the two markets.

On Thursday, Mysteel PORTDEX 62% Australian Fines in Qingdao declined by Yuan 8/wmt ($1.1/wmt) from Wednesday to Yuan 823/wmt FOT and including the 13% VAT, while Mysteel SEADEX 62% Australian Fines dropped by $1.05/dmt on day to $106.65/dmt CFR Qingdao. Meanwhile, domestic iron ore futures also weakened after posting gains yesterday. The

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