Daily Market Report

Indian stainless steel prices stayed mixed as nickel traded at $15,425/ton and copper at $10,150/MT. Domestic 300 series demand softened, 400 series firmed, and 200 series remained robust. Global sentiment is weak on EU trade risks, while India’s steel index hit a five-year low despite steady iron-ore production growth.

Stainless steel prices remain mixed across grades. 304 CR wider trades at ₹196–200/kg, while 316L HR stands at ₹350/kg. Demand is weak in the 300 series but firm in the 200 and 400 series, supported by shortages and rising PVC No.4 material demand. JSL has announced fresh price hikes.

Indian stainless steel prices held steady with the 300 series showing stability, while 200 series demand remained upbeat on tight imports. The 400 series also stayed firm with rising demand. Scrap purchase costs supported current levels, and No.4 PVC finish demand continued to strengthen across both 200 and 300 series.

Nickel is trading at $14,915/ton and copper at $9,714.5/MT, with INR at 87.44/USD. Stainless steel prices remain steady across grades, while scrap prices show firm levels. Demand is weak in the 300 series but strong in the 200 and 400 series. JSL recently raised prices by ₹5–12/kg.

Nickel and copper prices remain stable, while stainless steel retail prices show mixed trends across grades. Demand is strong in the 200 and 400 series, with slight weakness in the 300 series. The industry is pushing for anti-dumping duties on cheap imports, as prices are expected to remain steady to firm across segments.

Stainless steel prices remain stable in the 300 series, while the 200 and 400 series are witnessing strength due to limited imports and rising demand. Nickel is trading at $15,269/ton and copper at $9,793/ton. Scrap procurement remains active. Jindal Stainless has entered a strategic partnership with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya to promote research and academic collaboration in steel applications.

Stainless steel prices remain stable in India, with a mixed demand outlook across different series. The 200 series sees strong demand due to limited imports, while the 300 series experiences weak demand but some supply shortages. Japan’s anti-dumping probe against China and Taiwan may further influence global pricing sentiment.

India’s stainless steel market shows mixed trends across series. While 300 series demand is soft, 200 and 400 series remain strong due to limited imports and rising application. Scrap buying remains active. ISSDA reports 8% annual growth in consumption, projecting long-term strength led by green energy and infrastructure sectors.

Stainless steel prices remain steady across grades, with 300 series showing flat demand and 200 series witnessing strength due to limited imports. ISSDA reports 8% consumption growth in FY25, signaling robust market fundamentals. Scrap prices remain stable, while end-user sectors continue to influence grade-wise performance amid evolving supply trends.

Stainless steel prices remain steady across most grades, with the 200 series showing bullish momentum due to limited imports. While 300 series demand is subdued, select shortages are supporting price stability. Scrap procurement remains active, and long-term sector growth is driven by infrastructure and urbanization, as highlighted by ISSDA data.

Stainless steel prices in India remain stable to firm, with 200 series showing strong domestic demand due to limited imports. 304 and 316L grades are stable, while scrap prices stay elevated. Stainless steel consumption in India has grown 84% over five years, driven by infrastructure and transport sectors, with further growth expected.

Stainless steel prices in India remain steady across grades with slight upward movements in 316L. The market is witnessing strong demand in the 200 and 400 series, driven by limited imports and infrastructure push. Domestic consumption has surged 84% over five years, reaching 4.8 million tonnes in FY25. While 300 series demand is lukewarm, No.4 PVC finishes continue to gain traction. Experts expect continued momentum in 200 and 400 series amid stable to strong price trends.