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India’s DI and MS ERW pipe markets show contrasting trends — DI pipe demand remains strong amid supply shortages from water infrastructure projects, while MS ERW prices have risen slightly on improving liquidity and construction activity. New capacity additions may ease regional supply, but inventory overhang persists in some segments.

India’s flat steel market remains steady, with no major changes in HRC and CRC prices across key cities. Demand is stable but cautious, supported by infrastructure and housing projects. While imports and maintenance shutdowns influence supply, mills may adjust output to balance weak demand and maintain pricing stability.

Polypropylene (PP) prices continued to decline amid weak demand, high inventories, and subdued global sentiment. Domestic producers reduced prices to clear stocks, while feedstock propylene costs softened. Despite slight sentiment improvement from trade developments, oversupply persists, keeping the PP market range-bound with limited recovery expected through November 2025.

Nickel prices stood at $15,250/ton, while Copper was priced at $10,891/MT. The INR opened at 88.79 against the USD. The current retaail price for 304 CR wider 2B is approximately ₹200–205/kg (basic), and HR around ₹194–197/kg (ex-Delhi). Narrow coils are about ₹8–10/kg cheaper, plus GST. SS 316L HR (imported) material is being retailed around ₹350/kg for HR wider, while Indian material is ₹5/kg costlier.

India’s steel market continues to face pressure from oversupply and muted trade sentiment, with both flat and long products extending losses through October. While post-festive demand could offer short-term relief, structural challenges such as inventory overhang and global surplus are expected to keep prices subdued in the coming quarter.

TMT bar prices across major regions - Mumbai, Delhi NCR, and Vizag - remained steady amid continued demand weakness and sufficient inventory. Despite subdued construction activity and raw material constraints, manufacturers are maintaining price stability. Market sentiment remains cautious, though medium-term prospects hinge on infrastructure and housing demand recovery.

Zinc prices held firm across major exchanges on October 29, 2025, supported by tight LME inventories (~37 kt) and steady downstream demand in China. SHFE zinc maintained strength within the ¥22,200–22,600/mt range, while MCX futures traded near ₹308.25/kg. Analysts expect consolidation with an upward bias amid limited fresh supply.

Global polyethylene (PE) prices remained largely stable through mid-October 2025, with Asian markets showing marginal declines and U.S. prices holding steady. Supply remained sufficient despite limited demand recovery. Higher crude oil costs offered some support, but overall market sentiment stayed cautious amid weak downstream activity and moderate import interest.

European PVC prices softened amid weak demand and sufficient supply, while China reported a modest rise in imports reflecting gradual recovery. Feedstock trends remained mixed, with ethylene declining and EDC/VCM firming slightly. The market is expected to stay range-bound with limited volatility and stable-to-soft sentiment across regions.