Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) CFR India: 270 $/MTIron Ore Concentrate (FOB): 83 $/MTIron Ore Concentrate (CFR China): 115 $/MTIron Ore Pellets (FOB): 90 $/MTIron Ore Pellets (CFR China): 120 $/MTDirect Reduced Iron (DRI) CFR India: 270 $/MTIron Ore Concentrate (FOB): 83 $/MTIron Ore Concentrate (CFR China): 115 $/MTIron Ore Pellets (FOB): 90 $/MTIron Ore Pellets (CFR China): 120 $/MT
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Analysis and commentary from our trade desk — urea, sulphur, phosphates, polymers and freight.

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Iranian iron ore pellets at a pelletizing plant with conveyor infrastructure
Market NewsAug 29, 2026

Iranian Iron Ore Pellets: Market Outlook, Quality and Export Considerations

A practical guide for industrial buyers assessing Iranian iron ore pellets, from specifications and inspection to logistics and commercial execution.

Iranian urea 46 percent prepared for bulk and bagged delivery to Türkiye
Urea MarketAug 16, 2026

Iranian Urea 46% for Türkiye: A Buyer’s Sourcing Guide

A practical guide to Iranian urea 46% for Türkiye, covering market demand, product checks, delivery routes, Incoterms and buyer due diligence.

Urea and phosphate fertilizer market divergence at a global bulk terminal
Price AnalysisAug 16, 2026

Urea Retreats While Phosphates Hold Firm: A 2026 Market Divergence

India’s latest tender and the possible return of Chinese exports are weighing on urea sentiment, while high sulphur input costs keep phosphate markets comparatively firm.

Weekly price monitor
Price AnalysisJul 21, 2026

Weekly Price Monitor: Urea, Sulphur, DAP

Our desk’s weekly reference sheet for the commodities we trade most.

Urea price trend
Urea MarketJul 19, 2026

Urea Markets Firm as Indian Tender Absorbs Spot Supply

A larger-than-expected Indian purchase tightened prompt granular availability east of Suez, lifting Middle East FOB indications.

Sulphur price trend
Sulphur MarketJul 15, 2026

Sulphur Prices Consolidate After the Second-Quarter Rally

After a strong run driven by phosphate operating rates, Middle East sulphur indications have settled into a narrow range.

Phosphates market chart
PhosphatesJul 10, 2026

Phosphates: DAP Affordability Caps Upside in South Asia

Farm-gate economics are limiting how far DAP can rise despite disciplined producer offers.

Freight market
Freight & ShippingJul 4, 2026

Freight Watch: Handysize Rates and the Fertilizer Trade

Softer Handysize availability in the Arabian Gulf is nudging delivered fertilizer economics.

Polymer margins chart
Market NewsJun 28, 2026

Polymer Margins and the Feedstock Squeeze

Polyolefin producers are balancing weak downstream demand against firmer feedstock costs.