中钢协：前三季度我国钢材出口同比增长 但压力和风险增加

Core Insights - China's steel industry is experiencing increased export pressure and risks due to tightening global trade conditions [1][2] Group 1: Export and Import Data - In the first three quarters, China's steel exports reached 87.96 million tons, a year-on-year increase of 9.2% [1] - The average export price was $697 per ton, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of 9.5% [1] - The total export value amounted to $61.3 billion, a year-on-year decline of 1.2% [1] - Steel imports totaled 4.53 million tons, a year-on-year decrease of 12.6% [1] - The average import price was $1,692 per ton, showing a year-on-year increase of 1.1% [1] - The net steel export volume was 96.76 million tons, a year-on-year increase of 21.0% [1] Group 2: Export Characteristics and Challenges - Since the beginning of the year, China's steel exports have shown diversification in flow and variety [1] - Exports of hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel products have significantly decreased due to anti-dumping investigations [1] - The export volume of steel billets has tripled compared to the same period last year, although the export price has decreased [1] - Following the removal of additional tariffs in 2021, steel billet exports have consistently increased in volume but decreased in price [1] Group 3: Trade Barriers - The steel industry is facing heightened trade friction as international trade protectionism rises [2] - In 2024, China encountered 33 cases of trade remedy investigations against its steel products, with 25 cases occurring this year [2] - Various technical and non-tariff measures are contributing to increased trade barriers, amplifying export pressures and risks [2]