Those expecting a boost in Chinese imports of iron ore as happened following the global financial crisis were disappointed.

Eastern China (Shanghai): 3,520-3,550 yuan ($493-498) per tonne, down by 20 yuan per tonne.

Chinalco proposes curbing China’s copper capacity

World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 137.1 million tonnes (Mt) in April 2020, a 13.0% decrease compared to April 2019.

April global steel output drops 13% on year hit by coronavirus pandemic.

China leads metals demand recovery as trade tensions dim outlook: analysts

Workers at China Moly’s Congo mine end one-day strike over covid-19

China Taiyuan coal transaction price index stood at 125.03 points Monday, up 0.94 percent week on week.