This week, the ferrosilicon market continued to operate steadily, the supply side was generally stable.

The 2301 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 8560 yuan per ton on December 15.

The 2301 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 8660 yuan per ton on December 15.

US hot rolled coil (HRC) spot prices jumped this week as mills pushed price increases announced last week.

Coking coal prices on a fob Australia basis edged up today on firm demand, but some buyers stayed cautious given an uncertain outlook.

The 2301 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 8714 yuan per ton on December 14.

China, the EU, US and India are the main drivers behind the IEA's higher estimates.

The 2301 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 8612 yuan per ton on December 13.