DAILY: China import iron ore prices mixed, trading dull

On March 17, prices for imported iron ore in China's portside markets declined after the previous day's recovery, while those for seaborne cargoes increased slightly, with trading across both markets being subdued.

On Thursday, Mysteel PORTDEX 62% Australian Fines in Qingdao dropped by Yuan 8/wmt ($1.3/wmt) on day to Yuan 951/wmt FOT and including the 13% VAT. On the same day, Mysteel SEADEX 62% Australian Fines increased to $146.1/dmt CFR Qingdao, rising $1.35/dmt on day. The recent fluctuation in prices has made