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Click any category to view detailed price movements.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"category-tabs\">\r\n <div class=\"category-tab active\" onclick=\"filterCategory('all')\">All Products<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"category-tab\" onclick=\"filterCategory('coil')\">Coils & Sheets<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"category-tab\" onclick=\"filterCategory('structural')\">Structural Steel<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"category-tab\" onclick=\"filterCategory('stainless')\">Stainless Steel<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"category-tab\" onclick=\"filterCategory('special')\">Special Steel<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- HOT ROLLED & COLD ROLLED -->\r\n <h3>Hot Rolled & Cold Rolled Steel<\/h3>\r\n <div class=\"price-grid\" data-category=\"coil\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Hot Rolled Coil (HRC)<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, 3.0mm \u00d7 1500mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.5%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Shanghai, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend rising\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Cold Rolled Coil (CRC)<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">SPCC, 1.0mm \u00d7 1250mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+1.2%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Shanghai, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend rising\">Rising<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Hot Rolled Plate<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q345B, 8-20mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.3%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tangshan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Medium Plate<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, 20-40mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change down\">-0.2%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Wuhan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Checkered Plate<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, 3-6mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.4%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tianjin, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend rising\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- GALVANIZED & COATED -->\r\n <h3>Galvanized & Coated Steel<\/h3>\r\n <div class=\"price-grid\" data-category=\"coil\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Galvanized Steel Coil (GI)<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">DX51D+Z, 0.5mm, Z120<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.8%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Shanghai, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend rising\">Rising<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Galvalume Steel Coil (GL)<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">AZ150, 0.5mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.6%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Hangzhou, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend rising\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Prepainted Steel (PPGI)<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Color coated, 0.5mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.9%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Guangzhou, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend rising\">Rising<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Electro-Galvanized Coil<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">SECC, 0.8mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.5%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Suzhou, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- STRUCTURAL STEEL -->\r\n <h3>Structural Steel (Beams, Channels, Angles)<\/h3>\r\n <div class=\"price-grid\" data-category=\"structural\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">H Beam<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, 200\u00d7200mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change down\">-0.3%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tangshan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">I Beam<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, 250\u00d7125mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change down\">-0.4%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tangshan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend falling\">Falling<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Channel Steel<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, [160\u00d763mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change down\">-0.2%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tianjin, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Angle Steel<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, L63\u00d763\u00d76mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change stable\">\u00b10.0%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Beijing, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Steady<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Square Tube<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, 100\u00d7100\u00d74mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.3%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tianjin, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Rectangular Tube<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, 100\u00d750\u00d74mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.2%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Shanghai, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- REBAR & WIRE ROD -->\r\n <h3>Rebar & Wire Rod<\/h3>\r\n <div class=\"price-grid\" data-category=\"structural\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Rebar HRB400<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">\u03a616-25mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change down\">-0.8%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Shanghai, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend falling\">Falling<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Rebar HRB500<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">\u03a616-25mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change down\">-0.9%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Guangzhou, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend falling\">Falling<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Wire Rod HPB300<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">\u03a66.5mm coil<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change down\">-0.6%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Wuhan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend falling\">Falling<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">High Wire Rod<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">SWRH82B, \u03a66.5mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change down\">-0.4%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tianjin, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- STAINLESS STEEL -->\r\n <h3>Stainless Steel<\/h3>\r\n <div class=\"price-grid\" data-category=\"stainless\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Stainless Steel 201<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Cold rolled, 1.0mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.3%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Foshan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Stainless Steel 304<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Cold rolled, 2.0mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change stable\">\u00b10.0%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Wuxi, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Steady<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Stainless Steel 316L<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Cold rolled, 2.0mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change down\">-0.1%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Wuxi, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Stainless Steel 430<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Cold rolled, 1.5mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.2%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Foshan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Stainless Steel Pipe 304<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Welded, \u03a676\u00d72mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.4%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Foshan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- PIPES & TUBES -->\r\n <h3>Steel Pipes & Tubes<\/h3>\r\n <div class=\"price-grid\" data-category=\"structural\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Seamless Steel Pipe<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">20#, \u03a6108\u00d74.5mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.2%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tianjin, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Welded Steel Pipe<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, \u03a6219\u00d76mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.3%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tianjin, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Galvanized Steel Pipe<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, \u03a676\u00d73.5mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.5%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tianjin, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend rising\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Spiral Welded Pipe<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Q235B, \u03a6529\u00d78mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change stable\">\u00b10.0%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tianjin, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Steady<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <!-- SPECIAL STEEL -->\r\n <h3>Special Steel & Alloy Steel<\/h3>\r\n <div class=\"price-grid\" data-category=\"special\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Wear Resistant Steel NM400<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">6-20mm plate<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.6%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Wuhan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend rising\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Wear Resistant Steel NM500<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">8-25mm plate<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.7%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Wuhan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend rising\">Rising<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Pressure Vessel Steel Q345R<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">12-40mm plate<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.4%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Wuxi, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Boiler Steel 20G<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">10-30mm plate<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.3%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Wuhan, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Shipbuilding Steel A36<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">6-40mm plate<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change stable\">\u00b10.0%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Shanghai, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Steady<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Tool Steel Cr12MoV<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Round bar, \u03a6100mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.2%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Shanghai, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Spring Steel 60Si2Mn<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Flat bar, 40\u00d76mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.3%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Tianjin, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item\">\r\n <div class=\"price-item-header\">\r\n <div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-name\">Bearing Steel GCr15<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-spec\">Round bar, \u03a660mm<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-change up\">+0.4%<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-item-footer\">\r\n <div class=\"price-location\">Shanghai, China<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"price-trend steady\">Stable<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- MARKET ANALYSIS -->\r\n <section class=\"card\">\r\n <h2>Market Analysis & Trends<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"desc\">Latest insights on steel market dynamics and price drivers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <h3>Key Market Drivers (Week of Dec 16-19, 2024)<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><strong>Raw Material Costs:<\/strong> Iron ore prices remained stable at Qingdao port, providing support to HRC and rebar prices. Coking coal prices edged up slightly due to winter stockpiling.<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Demand Outlook:<\/strong> Infrastructure construction activity slowed seasonally in northern China. Manufacturing PMI showed moderate expansion, supporting cold-rolled and galvanized demand.<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Production Levels:<\/strong> Major mills maintained steady output despite environmental restrictions. Daily crude steel output averaged 2.85 million tons.<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Inventory Trends:<\/strong> Social inventories of rebar decreased 2.3% week-over-week, while HRC stocks rose slightly by 0.8%.<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Export Activity:<\/strong> Chinese steel exports remained robust at 9.2 million tons\/month, with strong demand from Southeast Asia and Middle East markets.<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n\r\n <h3>Regional Price Variations<\/h3>\r\n <p>Steel prices vary significantly by region due to transportation costs, local supply-demand balance, and mill proximity:<\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><strong>Shanghai:<\/strong> Hub for imported raw materials and coastal mills; typically reflects international prices fastest<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Tangshan:<\/strong> Major production center with lower prices due to abundant local supply<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Guangzhou:<\/strong> Premium pricing due to strong manufacturing demand and logistics costs<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Wuhan:<\/strong> Mid-range pricing with balanced supply from local and transported steel<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n\r\n <h3>Forecast for Next Week (Dec 23-27, 2024)<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><strong>Hot Rolled Coil:<\/strong> Expected to remain stable with slight upward pressure from raw material costs<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Cold Rolled Coil:<\/strong> Likely to continue rising trend on manufacturing restocking demand<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Rebar:<\/strong> May face downward pressure as winter construction slowdown deepens<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Stainless Steel:<\/strong> Stable to slightly up on nickel price support<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Galvanized Products:<\/strong> Steady demand from construction and automotive sectors to support prices<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- PRICE FACTORS -->\r\n <section class=\"card\">\r\n <h2>Factors Affecting Steel Prices<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"desc\">Understanding the key variables that influence daily steel pricing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <h3>Supply-Side Factors<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><strong>Raw Material Costs:<\/strong> Iron ore, coking coal, and scrap metal prices account for 60-70% of production costs<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Production Capacity:<\/strong> Mill output levels, capacity utilization rates, and planned maintenance shutdowns<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Energy Costs:<\/strong> Electricity and natural gas prices, especially important for electric arc furnaces<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Environmental Policies:<\/strong> Production restrictions during high pollution periods affect supply<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Import\/Export Dynamics:<\/strong> Trade policies, tariffs, and international competitiveness<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n\r\n <h3>Demand-Side Factors<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><strong>Construction Activity:<\/strong> Real estate development and infrastructure projects drive 50-55% of steel demand<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Manufacturing Sector:<\/strong> Automotive, machinery, and home appliances account for 25-30%<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Seasonal Patterns:<\/strong> Construction typically peaks in spring\/autumn, slows in winter<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Economic Growth:<\/strong> GDP growth rates, industrial production indexes, and fixed asset investment<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Government Policies:<\/strong> Stimulus programs, infrastructure spending, and industry support measures<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n\r\n <h3>Market Sentiment Factors<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><strong>Inventory Levels:<\/strong> High stocks pressure prices down; low stocks support price increases<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Futures Markets:<\/strong> Shanghai Futures Exchange steel futures influence spot market expectations<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Currency Exchange Rates:<\/strong> RMB\/USD affects import\/export competitiveness<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Speculation:<\/strong> Trader positions and market psychology can amplify price movements<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- HOW TO USE -->\r\n <section class=\"card\">\r\n <h2>How to Use This Price Guide<\/h2>\r\n <ol style=\"list-style: none; counter-reset: step; margin-left: 0; padding-left: 0;\">\r\n <li style=\"counter-increment: step; position: relative; padding: 14px 14px 14px 56px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8eef5;\"><span style=\"position: absolute; left: 14px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); width: 30px; height: 30px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0c3483, #4facfe); color: #fff; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: 800; font-size: 13px;\">1<\/span><strong>Identify your product category<\/strong> \u2014 Use the category tabs to filter by product type (coils, structural, stainless, etc.)<\/li>\r\n <li style=\"counter-increment: step; position: relative; padding: 14px 14px 14px 56px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8eef5;\"><span style=\"position: absolute; left: 14px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); width: 30px; height: 30px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0c3483, #4facfe); color: #fff; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: 800; font-size: 13px;\">2<\/span><strong>Check price trends<\/strong> \u2014 Look for color-coded indicators: green (rising), red (falling), gray (stable)<\/li>\r\n <li style=\"counter-increment: step; position: relative; padding: 14px 14px 14px 56px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8eef5;\"><span style=\"position: absolute; left: 14px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); width: 30px; height: 30px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0c3483, #4facfe); color: #fff; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: 800; font-size: 13px;\">3<\/span><strong>Compare regional prices<\/strong> \u2014 Prices vary by location; check the city indicator for each listing<\/li>\r\n <li style=\"counter-increment: step; position: relative; padding: 14px 14px 14px 56px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e8eef5;\"><span style=\"position: absolute; left: 14px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); width: 30px; height: 30px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0c3483, #4facfe); color: #fff; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: 800; font-size: 13px;\">4<\/span><strong>Contact us for quotes<\/strong> \u2014 These are market trends only. Get real-time factory pricing by contacting our sales team<\/li>\r\n <\/ol>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <!-- FAQ -->\r\n <section class=\"card\">\r\n <h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq open\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">Why don't you show exact prices per ton?<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-answer\">Steel prices fluctuate multiple times daily and vary significantly by specification, quantity, delivery terms, and region. We show price trends and directional movements to help you understand market dynamics. For accurate quotes based on your specific requirements, please contact our sales team directly.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">How often are these price trends updated?<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-answer\">We update our price trend indicators daily at 10:00 AM China Standard Time (CST), based on overnight market activity, futures trading, and spot market transactions from major Chinese steel trading hubs.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">What do the percentage changes mean?<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-answer\">The percentages show the 24-hour price movement compared to the previous trading day. For example, +0.5% means prices increased by half a percent, while -0.8% indicates a decrease. These are average movements for representative specifications in the listed city.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">Why do prices vary between cities?<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-answer\">Regional price differences reflect transportation costs, local supply-demand balance, mill proximity, and logistics infrastructure. Shanghai typically has higher prices due to export activity and coastal shipping costs, while Tangshan (a major production center) often has lower prices due to abundant local supply.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">Are these prices for domestic or export markets?<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-answer\">The trends shown reflect Chinese domestic market prices (ex-works or delivered to local warehouses). Export prices vary based on destination, shipping terms (FOB, CIF, etc.), and international demand. Contact us for export pricing to your specific port or country.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">What's the difference between 'Rising' and 'Stable' trends?<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-answer\">'Rising' indicates sustained upward momentum over 3-5 days with continued buyer interest. 'Stable' means prices are relatively flat (\u00b10.3%) or showing only minor fluctuations without clear direction. 'Falling' indicates downward pressure with weakening demand or increasing supply.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">How do I get the best price for my order?<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-answer\">Best pricing comes from: (1) ordering during market dips, (2) larger volume commitments, (3) flexible delivery schedules, (4) standard specifications vs. custom requirements, and (5) direct mill relationships. Our team can help optimize your purchasing strategy\u2014contact us with your requirements.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">Can I lock in today's price for future delivery?<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-answer\">Yes, we offer price lock contracts for qualified buyers with advance deposits. Terms depend on product type, quantity, and delivery timeframe. Typically available for 1-3 month forward contracts. Contact our sales team to discuss forward pricing options.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n <\/main>\r\n\r\n <!-- RIGHT SIDEBAR -->\r\n <aside class=\"right-sidebar\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"sidebar-card\">\r\n <h3>Market Indicators<\/h3>\r\n <ul class=\"quick-ref\">\r\n <li><span>Iron Ore (Qingdao)<\/span><span class=\"value\" style=\"color: #16a34a;\">+0.3%<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Coking Coal<\/span><span class=\"value\" style=\"color: #16a34a;\">+0.6%<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Scrap Steel<\/span><span class=\"value\" style=\"color: #dc2626;\">-0.4%<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Steel Futures (HRC)<\/span><span class=\"value\" style=\"color: #16a34a;\">+0.7%<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Steel Futures (Rebar)<\/span><span class=\"value\" style=\"color: #dc2626;\">-0.5%<\/span><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"sidebar-card\">\r\n <h3>Production Data<\/h3>\r\n <ul class=\"quick-ref\">\r\n <li><span>Daily Crude Steel<\/span><span class=\"value\">2.85M tons<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Capacity Utilization<\/span><span class=\"value\">83.2%<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Weekly Output (Rebar)<\/span><span class=\"value\">3.14M tons<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Weekly Output (HRC)<\/span><span class=\"value\">3.58M tons<\/span><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"sidebar-card\">\r\n <h3>Inventory Levels<\/h3>\r\n <ul class=\"quick-ref\">\r\n <li><span>HRC Stocks<\/span><span class=\"value\" style=\"color: #16a34a;\">+0.8%<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Rebar Stocks<\/span><span class=\"value\" style=\"color: #dc2626;\">-2.3%<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Wire Rod Stocks<\/span><span class=\"value\" style=\"color: #dc2626;\">-1.5%<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Port Iron Ore<\/span><span class=\"value\">126M tons<\/span><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"sidebar-card\">\r\n <h3>Major Markets<\/h3>\r\n <ul class=\"quick-ref\">\r\n <li><span>Shanghai<\/span><span class=\"value\">Stable<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Tangshan<\/span><span class=\"value\">Rising<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Guangzhou<\/span><span class=\"value\">Stable<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Tianjin<\/span><span class=\"value\">Stable<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Wuhan<\/span><span class=\"value\">Falling<\/span><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"sidebar-card\">\r\n <h3>Market Calendar<\/h3>\r\n <ul class=\"quick-ref\">\r\n <li><span>Next Update<\/span><span class=\"value\">Dec 20, 10AM<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Weekly Report<\/span><span class=\"value\">Every Friday<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li><span>Monthly Outlook<\/span><span class=\"value\">1st of month<\/span><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"sidebar-card\">\r\n <h3>Pricing Tips<\/h3>\r\n <div class=\"tip-box\">\r\n <strong>Get Better Prices<\/strong>\r\n Order during price dips, commit to larger volumes, maintain flexibility on delivery dates, and work with direct mill sources. 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