Primary TMT Prices Steady as Market Faces Material Shortfalls
Primary TMT prices have remained strong across regions. Distributors are anticipating further price hikes due to material shortages impacting supply and demand. Meanwhile, JSW Steel reported a record crude steel production of 6.77 million tons in Q2 FY25, reflecting a 6% year-over-year increase.
Primary TMT Prices
- Prices are as follows : Ex-Mumbai: Rs. 54,500-55,000/ton Ex-Delhi NCR: Rs. 54,500-55,000/ton Ex-Vizag: Rs. 52,500–53,000/ton
- Note - Distributors across North, West and South have increased prices. Above pricing is based on the same.
Primary TMT Demand & Supply
- The plant rates have climbed significantly in this week and prices are rising regularly. There is a material shortfall that is disrupting the supply and demand pattern for the distributors.
- In a few days, the distributor expects additional price increases. The past week has seen an increase in the demand pattern. The market's prices are erratic, but in a few days, a clear picture will emerge.
Primary TMT News
- JSW Steel reported consolidated crude steel production of 6.77 tons in Q2 FY25. The production was higher by 6% YoY and 7% QoQ.
Expert Opinion
- In the upcoming weeks, distributors expect significant price increases. Although demand has grown, there is a material deficit, which is concerning and might affect supply and demand in the upcoming months. The demand pattern may be impacted by the holiday season.