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Reversing the Trend: NMDC Increases Iron Ore Prices in August After Consecutive Cuts; Lump Rate Now Rs6,850/Tonne

NMDC raises iron ore prices in August 2025 by ₹450/tonne for lump and ₹400/tonne for fines, reversing previous cuts amid rising demand expectations.
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New Delhi— After a streak of price cuts in recent months, state-run NMDC Ltd has raised prices for iron ore production starting August 1. The mining giant revised its pricing upward by ₹450 per tonne for lump ore, setting the new rate at ₹6,850, while fines saw a ₹400 increase, reaching ₹5,250 per tonne.

Price Rebound Signals Positive Market Shift

This price hike follows a nearly 9% reduction in July, where:

  • Lump ore was priced at ₹5,700 per tonne (down from ₹6,300 in June)
  • Fines dropped to ₹4,850 per tonne (from ₹5,350)

The latest increase is seen as a course correction after months of softness in domestic demand and pricing pressure.

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Relief for NMDC and Industry Stakeholders

The revision is likely to shore up NMDC’s operating margins and lift earnings performance in the current quarter. With the monsoon season nearing its end and infrastructure activity expected to rise, demand for iron ore is projected to improve, offering better price stability going forward.

Industry observers say the move may also boost sentiment among production contractors and stakeholders who were impacted by previous cuts.

Impact and Outlook

Industry analysts view the move as positive for NMDC’s financials, particularly in terms of EBITDA recovery. The hike also signals strengthening domestic demand and improved pricing power for the mining PSU.

With this upward revision, NMDC is expected to stabilize its earnings trajectory, providing relief to shareholders and improving the outlook for Q2 FY26 performance.

read also: NMDC’s Director (Finance) Position Remains Vacant Amidst PESB’s Tough Screening

About NMDC

NMDC Limited is India’s largest producer of iron ore and operates under the Ministry of Steel. Headquartered in Hyderabad, it plays a pivotal role in meeting the raw material requirements of India’s steel industry and contributes significantly to mineral exploration and development.


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