The steel industry was affected by the virus in the first quarter of 2020.

Steel output and inventory in Mid-April.

In March, Ningxia's industrial power generation was 15.25 billion kwh, an increase of 10.7% year on year.

"More closures would be necessary, as demand shows little sign of recovery," said one US mining firm.

[Ferro-Alloys.com] Moscow, Russia – 22 April 2020 – Mechel PAO (MICEX: MTLR, NYSE: MTL), one of the leading Russian mining and metals companies, reports closing the deal on the sale of companies comprising Elga Coal Complex, and signing agreements with Gazpr...

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SDI targeting 80% utilization for flat-rolled steel mills in Q2

London Metal Exchange will reopen ring trade: CEO