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September 2019 | Ferro-alloys


Manganese ore and alloy prices have seen widespread declines over the past month: Latest Analysis


Global chrome markets have mostly held stable in recent weeks. Most market dynamics, particularly cutbacks to supply and rising costs of production, suggest higher prices after the upcoming Chinese National Day holiday in early October.

This month’s key ferro-alloy forecast highlights: Manganese ore and alloy prices have seen widespread declines over the past month amid softening global economic conditions and margin squeezing. Ore prices are likely to trend lower in the coming months given supply growth and lagging demand, and the expectation for manganese alloy plant closures, further dampening ore demand. Further ore and alloy price deterioration is likely in Q4 2019. Global chrome markets...

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