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Several factors will shape stainless steel prices globally and regionally in the near term:
• Raw material costs: Nickel prices are expected to stabilize between $15,000–$20,000 per tonne, while chromium costs are unlikely to be as high as in recent years. These raw materials will influence alloy surcharges and overall product pricing.

Stainless steel prices in Asia have shown signs of stabilization early this year, with 304 cold-rolled coilprices hovering at $1,875 per tonne (CIF East Asia). Nickel price fluctuations and recovering chromium prices are likely to influence stainless steel pricing trends overall.

Imports have captured approximately 25% of the European market, driven by low-cost producers from Taiwan, South Korea and China. However, this competition may begin to retreat.