Iron ore futures rose to around CNY 815 per ton, rebounding after moving sideways over recent weeks as renewed expectations of policy support and stronger-than-expected economic signals from China lifted market sentiment. The upward move was largely driven by China’s manufacturing sector expanding at its fastest pace in about a year, indicating a pickup in industrial demand. Optimism was further supported after the People's Bank of China signaled it would continue with accommodative monetary policies, fueling expectations of additional stimulus measures. However, gains were capped by elevated inventory levels at Chinese ports, which remain near historic highs. At the same time, other steelmaking inputs moved lower. Prices of coking coal and coke declined, pressured by easing concerns over global energy supply disruptions amid indications that tensions involving Iran could de-escalate.

Iron Ore CNY rose to 812 CNY/T on April 1, 2026, up 0.50% from the previous day. Over the past month, Iron Ore CNY's price has risen 7.62%, and is up 8.56% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Historically, Iron Ore CNY reached an all time high of 1337 in May of 2021. This page includes a chart with historical data for Iron Ore CNY. Iron Ore CNY - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on April 1 of 2026.

Iron Ore CNY rose to 812 CNY/T on April 1, 2026, up 0.50% from the previous day. Over the past month, Iron Ore CNY's price has risen 7.62%, and is up 8.56% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Iron Ore CNY is expected to trade at 837.82 CNY/T by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 864.54 in 12 months time.



Price Day Month Year Date
Iron Ore CNY 812.00 4.00 0.50% 7.62% 8.56% Apr/01
Lithium 161,500.00 -1500 -0.92% -6.38% 117.95% Apr/01
Platinum 1,967.30 -2.90 -0.15% -15.02% 101.59% Apr/01
HRC Steel 1,066.04 -2.96 -0.28% 4.93% 16.51% Apr/01
Iron Ore 106.38 0.06 0.06% 6.58% 4.08% Mar/31
Titanium 46.50 0 0% 2.20% -3.13% Apr/01


Iron Ore CNY
Iron ore is a rock or mineral from which metallic iron can be economically extracted. It is estimated that over 95% of mined iron ore is used to make steel through blast furnaces, which is essential for construction through steel rebars or manufacturing through sheets and coils. Major iron ore miners include Australia, China, Brazil, India, Russia, and South Africa.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
812.00 808.00 1337.00 284.00 2013 - 2026 CNY/T daily

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Iron Ore Rises as Stimulus Bets Rise
Iron ore futures rose to around CNY 815 per ton, rebounding after moving sideways over recent weeks as renewed expectations of policy support and stronger-than-expected economic signals from China lifted market sentiment. The upward move was largely driven by China’s manufacturing sector expanding at its fastest pace in about a year, indicating a pickup in industrial demand. Optimism was further supported after the People's Bank of China signaled it would continue with accommodative monetary policies, fueling expectations of additional stimulus measures. However, gains were capped by elevated inventory levels at Chinese ports, which remain near historic highs. At the same time, other steelmaking inputs moved lower. Prices of coking coal and coke declined, pressured by easing concerns over global energy supply disruptions amid indications that tensions involving Iran could de-escalate.
2026-04-01
Iron Ore Stabilizes
Iron ore futures stabilized above CNY 810 per ton, moving sideways over the past two weeks as investors assessed disruptions from the Middle East conflict and the impact of the cyclone season in Australia. Supply risks linked to the Iran war have lifted fuel and shipping costs, maintaining a risk premium on prices. Meanwhile, supply concerns eased after Tropical Cyclone Narelle caused only limited port disruptions in Australia’s Pilbara region. In China, production curbs in the steel sector weighed on iron ore demand, with authorities reaffirming efforts to reduce overcapacity amid slowing economic activity. Elsewhere, Australia’s BHP Group and state-backed China Mineral Resources Group remain at a standoff over their 2026 supply contract, although Beijing has temporarily eased the import ban on BHP’s Jimblebar fines.
2026-03-30
Iron Ore Slips as Supply Concerns Ease
Iron ore futures fell toward CNY 810 per ton and were set to end the week little changed, as Tropical Cyclone Narelle caused minimal port disruptions in Australia’s Pilbara region. China’s key steelmaking hub of Tangshan also activated a level-two emergency response to heavy air pollution this week, raising concerns about potential output curbs and tighter environmental inspections. During the annual parliamentary sessions in Beijing earlier this month, authorities reaffirmed their commitment to reducing overcapacity in the steel sector amid weakening demand. Meanwhile, supply disruptions and higher shipping costs tied to the Middle East conflict continued to keep a risk premium on prices. Separately, stockpiles of BHP’s Jimblebar fines at several Chinese ports declined to nearly a two-month low as steelmakers accelerated shipments during a short-lived one-week easing of the import ban.
2026-03-27