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China, Once Producing Gigantic Volumes of Steel, Slows Metal Alloy Production and Exports, While CSN Aims to Boost Its Domestic and International Sales

Written by Roberta Souza
Published on 21/01/2022 at 19:34
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With Change In The Direction Of China’s Exports, Brazilian CSN May Have Highlight In The Market

The Chinese government, which for years focused on producing massive volumes of steel, not only to meet the enormous domestic demand of the country, which has the largest population in the world, but also to maintain a strong position in the external market, opted to redirect its planning priorities and will reduce steel production and exports.

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This decision may have consequences for iron ore exports. However, so far, the commodity remains high on the Dalian exchange in China.

According to analysis by professionals at Bank of America, the scenario tends to be more favorable for steelmakers compared to miners. Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional (CSN), which operates in both segments, may suffer from a potential decline in its iron ore sales abroad. However, with China reducing exports, CSN may have new opportunities to sell steel, which has a higher added value, not only in the domestic market but also in the external market.

Only when the trends are actually realized will it be possible to determine whether the final outcome of changes in China will expand or reduce CSN’s profits. Nevertheless, Bank of America continued to recommend buying the company’s shares and raised its target price (the expected value the asset will reach) from R$ 37 to R$ 45. Last Wednesday, January 19, the share price of the steelmaker was R$ 26.41 at 2:50 PM.

About Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional

Founded in April 1941, CSN was the first integrated producer of flat steel in Brazil. Currently, the company operates in five sectors: steelmaking, mining, logistics, cement, and energy, being present in 18 Brazilian states and also in Portugal and Germany.  

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Roberta Souza

Autora no portal Click Petróleo e Gás desde 2019, responsável pela publicação de mais de 8.000 matérias que somam milhões de acessos, unindo técnica, clareza e engajamento para informar e conectar leitores. Engenheira de Petróleo e pós-graduada em Comissionamento de Unidades Industriais, também trago experiência prática e vivência no setor do agronegócio, o que amplia minha visão e versatilidade na produção de conteúdo especializado. Desenvolvo pautas, divulgo oportunidades de emprego e crio materiais publicitários direcionados para o público do setor. Para sugestões de pauta, divulgação de vagas ou propostas de publicidade, entre em contato pelo e-mail: santizatagpc@gmail.com. Não recebemos currículos

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