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Structure steel prices witnessed a modest upward correction this week, with improved liquidity and resumed infrastructure billing boosting market sentiment slightly. While base prices remain steady, mills are open to discounts for volume buyers. Dealers are cautiously optimistic, though logistics concerns around the upcoming monsoon season could affect movement.

Primary TMT prices have dropped across major regions due to stable but subdued demand and distributors adopting competitive pricing. With no major shifts in inquiry levels, the market remains weak. Meanwhile, global sentiment took a hit after former U.S. President Donald Trump announced a doubling of steel import tariffs, leading to a dip in Indian metal stocks. Supply conditions remain steady, but continued low demand could prompt further price cuts ahead.

TMT prices have declined across Mumbai, Delhi NCR, and Vizag due to muted demand. Distributors hold adequate inventory, ensuring stable supply. Despite steady inquiry levels, weak buyer sentiment prevails. Tata Steel’s Kalinganagar plant expansion boosts Odisha's crude steel capacity, signaling long-term optimism, though short-term market conditions remain soft.

Primary TMT prices have continued to slide this week across major markets, reflecting a stagnant demand trend and cautious buyer sentiment. Distributors are maintaining healthy inventory, ensuring no immediate supply concerns. However, the overall market remains subdued, with manufacturers offering steeper discounts and eyeing further corrections if demand fails to pick up.

Structure steel prices remain mostly stable this week, with the secondary market pausing its recent decline and primary mills sticking to base rates. Demand continues to lag in both segments due to delayed infrastructure spending and slow project execution. Traders and fabricators remain risk-averse, awaiting clearer signals on demand recovery ahead of June.

Primary TMT prices have softened across key regions, with distributors reducing rates in response to steady but subdued demand. While there's been a marginal increase in customer requirements, overall inquiries remain flat. Suppliers continue to hold ample inventory and are adopting competitive pricing strategies. Experts expect further price corrections if weak demand trends persist across both primary and secondary markets.

Primary TMT prices continue to soften across major regions like Mumbai, Delhi NCR, and Vizag, with distributors lowering rates amid muted demand. Market activity remains largely flat, with stable yet unremarkable inquiry levels. Suppliers are ensuring uninterrupted availability, while production is running with limited new orders.

Structure prices are under pressure across both primary and secondary markets, with demand slowing due to paused infrastructure projects and election-related delays. Primary mills are operating below capacity, while traders in secondary markets are cautious amid weak inquiry volumes. Inventories are building up, prompting discounts from mills.

TMT bar prices declined across key regions as demand stagnated and distributors adjusted offers downward. Market remains adequately supplied with no disruption risks. Aditya Ultra Steel announced a major investment in solar energy to power operations, enhancing sustainability. Weak buying sentiment may push prices lower in the coming weeks.