Japanese scrap prices jump to six-month high on demand

Apr 05, 2012 | 02:54 AM |

Japanese ferrous scrap prices have risen to their highest levels in six months, amid signs of increased demand from the country’s construction sector. The country's biggest EAF operator, Tokyo Steel has lifted its purchase prices for the third time in less than two weeks. The company has increased its prices by ¥500 ($6) per tonne for....





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