In recent years, continued adjustments to European steel trade protection measures have made stainless steel import quotas an increasingly important factor.

Malaysia has developed a relatively mature stainless steel network. Domestic transaction prices for 304L stainless steel can effectively reflect changes in local market.

To better align with the update cycle of global stainless steel production data, SMM has decided to adjust certain stainless steel production-related data points following market research and a review

Upgrade and Optimization of SMM Stainless Steel Category

Belgium, as an important metal trading, port logistics and regional distribution hub in Europe, is one of the key destinations for stainless steel imports entering the European market.

In recent years, with the acceleration of industrialization in Malaysia, the demand for high-quality stainless steel in the local construction, automotive, home appliance manufacturing, and high-end c

SMM is officially launching five granular price assessments for Philippine nickel ore ocean freight to major smelting hubs in China and Indonesia, replacing old Philippines ocean freight price points

Upgrade and Optimization of SMM Stainless Steel Category

SMM will launch two new price points for Malaysia 304 stainless steel, "Malaysia 304/NO.1 Coil Mill Edge" and "Malaysia 304/2B Coil Mill Edge," effective May 15, 2026.

SMM will launch new pricing for manganese-rich slag from Shanxi (30%-35% Mn) and Hunan (30%-31% Mn) starting May 8, 2026, to improve market transparency and trading efficiency.