The 2201 silicomanganese contract price on ZCE closed at 7820 yuan per ton on November 18.

Uncertainty about European ferro-alloy supply is causing market participants to lock in higher volumes under long-term contracts.

Electricity is an important input cost in ferro-manganese production, while it is less of a concern for ore miners.

The 2201 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 8568 yuan per ton on November 17.

The 2201 silicomanganese contract price on ZCE closed at 8048 yuan per ton on November 17.

Electricity is an important input cost in ferro-manganese production, while it is less of a concern for ore miners.

The 2201 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 8630 yuan per ton on November 16.

The 2201 silicomanganese contract price on ZCE closed at 8120 yuan per ton on November 16.