The rise in trade deficit has been attributed to a surge in imports driven by elevated global commodity prices.

Lead times for CRC rose slightly to 6 weeks from 5-6 weeks while HDG lead times edged down to 4-5 weeks from 4-6 weeks.

BlueScope has set a goal of net-zero GHG emissions by 2050.

The August Japan Kanto tender was settled on 10 August at an average of ¥42,061/t ($311.56/t) fas for H2, equivalent to ¥43,061/t fob.

The firm will invest 575bn rupees [$7.23bn] in the two projects that have received high-level clearance approval from the Odisha government.

The daily Argus ICX 62pc iron ore index was at $108.75/dry metric tonne on 10 August, lower by 33pc from a year earlier.

The LCRC said that since the railway's opening, it has been actively enhancing the transportation organization, optimizing the freight service, and effectively ensuring efficient and smooth transportation.

The longer the European scrap supply issue persists, the longer Turkish scrap import prices could remain at elevated levels.