27 Nov 2020 | 08:20 UTC

Listen: Are high Indian steel prices an outcome of supply shock or is a demand revival a reality?

With India's domestic steel prices touching decade high numbers, steelmakers have exited the export markets for good. However, scarcity of supply remains a concern as demand recovery across sectors resurfaces after a long period of subdued activity. The market remains cautious about the sustainability of high prices amid the possibility of recurring COVID-19 waves and domestic iron ore shortages. Will India's domestic market continue showing strength in the near term and break further records? S&P Global Platts Asian Steel Markets Editor Ashima Tyagi discusses these issues and more with Head of APAC Metal Insights Paul Bartholomew.