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Primary TMT prices remain high across regions due to supply constraints and plant maintenance shutdowns. Distributors in North, West, and South India have raised prices, though market inquiries have dropped. Experts anticipate a price correction in the coming weeks.

Stainless steel prices remain firm across grades, with 304 and 316L seeing stable retail ranges. Shortage in imported supply is boosting demand for domestic 200 and 300 series. Scrap buying rates stay elevated, reflecting mills’ bullish outlook. Export disruptions due to U.S. tariffs are pushing Indian producers to prioritize local buyers. Market insiders expect continued strength across all series.

PP prices vary across India, with HALDIA PPCP Random at ₹1,06,250/MT in Delhi and MARLEX PPHP Raffia at ₹98,000/MT in Bhiwandi. Supply remains ample despite slight production cuts. Demand is slow but gradually improving. Global trade tensions and rising propane costs are driving raw material volatility and cautious market sentiment.

Structure steel prices increased sharply in the primary market due to strong demand and input cost pressure. Mills in Durgapur, Vizag, and Chennai led the hike, with lead times now stretching beyond 4 weeks. Secondary prices remained steady with moderate increases.

Stainless steel prices across 200, 300, and 400 series are trending higher due to tightening supply and increased demand, especially in domestic markets. Jindal Stainless Limited raised prices by Rs 3/kg for widths above 1300mm. Meanwhile, scrap buying rates remain high, reflecting bullish sentiment. Price expectations remain firm across all series due to ongoing logistical and regulatory constraints.

Zinc prices remained mixed across global exchanges. LME dipped slightly, while SHFE and MCX posted modest gains. While China’s Q1 growth beat expectations, zinc fundamentals were weighed down by higher refined output. Meanwhile, supply concerns resurfaced due to production cuts at Nyrstar and potential slowdowns elsewhere. Spot premiums stayed elevated, but trading activity slowed as buyers relied on earlier low-price stockpiles.

ABS prices stayed firm across Indian cities, but global market sentiment remains weak due to oversupply and sluggish demand from automotive and appliance sectors. Despite stable raw material costs, producers face margin pressures. Europe’s structural issues and Asia’s high inventories continue to suppress price recovery, signaling a cautious near-term outlook.

Primary TMT prices are holding firm across major regions despite a noticeable drop in demand. Distributors have raised rates amid limited material availability, especially with SAIL’s DSP unit under maintenance. Inquiry volumes have dropped significantly from March levels, signalling a potential downward correction in prices.

The stainless steel market is seeing gradual demand improvements, especially in the 300 and 400 series, but supply issues continue. Prices for 304 CR and 316L HR material are holding steady, with fluctuations in imported and domestic material pricing. Demand in the 200 series has risen significantly due to limited imports.