India's low-grade iron ore export prices firm up w-o-w despite weak buying sentiment

Source: BigMint Aug 17, 2026 08:30

Chinese buyers remain cautious, enquiries largely need-based. Sellers resist lower offers amid better domestic realisations

India's low-grade iron ore fines (Fe 57%) export market remained largely stable in the week ended 13 August 2026, with limited spot activity and a persistent gap between buyer and seller price expectations. Bi-weekly Fe 57% fines export index edged up $0.5/t w-o-w to $53.5/t FOB east coast, equivalent to

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