In July 2021, China imported 2.743 million tons of manganese ore

The 2201 silicomanganese contract price on ZCE closed at 7954 yuan per ton on August 20.

The 2201 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 9,300 yuan per ton on August 20.

The price of raw material semi-coke remained stable at a high level, and the futures continued to rise.

The primary factor damping buyers’ confidence was the persistently weak portside market.

Falling demand reverses UG2 chrome ore price rally.

In the week ending on August 14, 2021, domestic raw steel production was 1,869,000 net tons.

The 2201 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 9,200 yuan per ton on August 19.