SMM Steel September 9 - According to SMM statistics, the estimated total shipments to mainstream markets this week reached 238,000 mt, down 0.87% WoW. By market:
Chart-1: Mainstream Market Arrivals Comparison
Data source: SMM Steel
Shanghai market: Shipments to Shanghai increased slightly WoW. Specifically, shipments from east China and south China remained stable, while those from north China rose slightly and northeast China shipments pulled back slightly. Looking ahead, recent HRC prices showed relatively small fluctuations, downstream procurement enthusiasm remained weak, market views on future trends diverged, and purchase willingness stayed moderate. Short-term arrivals in Shanghai are unlikely to fluctuate significantly.
Chart-2: Shanghai Market Arrivals
Data source: SMM Steel
Lecong market: Shipments to Lecong continued declining WoW. On one hand, arrivals from north China remained stable; on the other, WG resources (previously scarce) increased this week. Going forward, mainstream steel mills maintain no shipment discounts in September, but mid-month production tends to prioritize specialty steels. Lecong arrivals may still have slight downside room.
Chart-3: Lecong Market Arrivals
Data source: SMM Steel
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