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Iran Mercantile Exchange and industrial sector trends
Overview
The Iran Mercantile Exchange (IME) maintains high activity levels across industrial, mineral, and precious metal sectors. In September 2026, precious metal funds saw significant turnover, with gold and silver funds exceeding 79 trillion tomans in the week ending September 18. Saffron prices also surged, with some symbols reaching 300 million tomans per kilogram. In the steel sector, trading remains robust. In late September, approximately 76 percent of 164,228 tons of listed steel products were sold. Major producers like Khuzestan Steel, Jahan Steel Sirjan, and Isfahan Steel Company continue to offer large volumes of rebar and billets. However, the industry faces significant headwinds. Iranian sponge iron (DRI) production fell by 35.2 percent in September compared to the previous year, contributing to a regional production decline attributed to energy shortages and logistical disruptions. Operational risks are mounting. Alireza Ebrahimi, CEO of MIDCO, warned that winter natural gas shortages pose risks to sponge iron production and the steel value chain. Additionally, the industry is navigating shifting export dynamics. While new currency exchange mechanisms have enabled more direct exports by manufacturers, Iranian producers face intense competition from China, which saw a 166.7 percent increase in steel billet exports to the Persian Gulf region during the first eight months of 2026. By the week ending November 8, the IME physical market recorded the trade of approximately 3,228,000 tons of various commodities, valued at over 163,200 billion tomans. National Iranian Copper Industries led sales value with 23,859 billion tomans from copper and sulfuric acid trades. Mobarakeh Steel Company followed with 10,225 billion tomans from steel sheet sales, while Khuzestan Steel Company ranked third with 7,554 billion tomans. In the precious metals sector, gold funds recorded a transaction value of 64,700 billion tomans.
Entities
Iran Mercantile Exchange · Isfahan Steel Company · Khuzestan Steel Company · National Iranian Copper Industries Company · Mobarakeh Steel Company
Timeline
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[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesIran steel rebar and I-beam market shows price stability
The Iranian rebar and I-beam markets remain stable due to weak demand and cautious trading, despite inflationary pressures and high energy costs affecting producers.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesIran Mercantile Exchange reports 3.2 million tons in weekly commodity trades
The Iran Mercantile Exchange saw over 3.2 million tons of commodities traded in a week, valued at over 163,200 billion tomans, led by copper and steel industries.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesIran sponge iron production falls 35% in September
Iran's sponge iron production dropped 35.2% in September due to energy shortages and logistical issues, contributing to a broader regional decline in MENA DRI production.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesIran Mercantile Exchange lists 258,722 tons of steel sections
The Iran Mercantile Exchange is offering over 847,000 tons of products, led by 258,722 tons of steel sections and significant volumes of cement, petrochemicals, and bitumen.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesIran steel industry faces energy risks and shifting export trends
Iranian steel exports to Jordan are driving down rebar prices amid increased competition, while domestic producers warn of potential winter production risks due to natural gas supply shortages.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesIran industrial and mining sector shows mixed market trends
Iran's industrial market shows mixed trends: major aluminum and steel billet supplies are scheduled for the Mercantile Exchange, while rebar and I-beam prices show localized fluctuations.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesIran Mercantile Exchange commodity trades reach 156 trillion tomans
The Iran Mercantile Exchange recorded 156 trillion tomans in commodity trades for the week ending October 9, led by National Iranian Copper Industries Company.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesSteel industry shifts as Iranian exporters gain direct access and face Chinese competition
New currency mechanisms are boosting direct steel exports for Iranian manufacturers, even as Chinese billet exports surge by over 166% in the Persian Gulf region due to global overcapacity.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesRailway steel prices in Iran show mixed market trends
Iranian railway steel prices show mixed trends due to supply variations, with Zob Ahan Isfahan steel dropping while Zafarnab and Shahin Bonab products see slight increases.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesIran steel and mining sectors see supply surges and calls for export growth
Iran's steel sector sees massive rebar offerings on the Mercantile Exchange, while mining officials call for better exploitation of the country's 3.5 billion tons of stone reserves to boost exports.
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[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesIran Commodity Exchange announces new industrial product admissions
The Iran Commodity Exchange has approved 17 new product admissions, including steel and chemicals, while cement and iron rail suppliers report new supply schedules and price shifts.
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[BUSINESS] 4 sourcesIran Mercantile Exchange reports high steel product sales and upcoming billet offerings
The Iran Mercantile Exchange saw a 94% sell-through rate for steel products on September 7, with major companies like Jahan Steel Sirjan preparing large billet offerings for the following day.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesIran market updates: Arefarin portfolio grows and Mercantile Exchange trades surge
Arefarin Investment's portfolio grew to 135 billion tomans in September, while Iran Mercantile Exchange transactions hit 141.5 trillion tomans, led by copper and steel sales.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesIran Mercantile Exchange steel sales reach 76 percent
The Iran Mercantile Exchange saw 76.78 percent of listed steel products sold on September 23, 2026, with high demand for rebar and hot rolled coils from major producers like Shahrood and Isfahan Steel.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesSaffron and gold prices rise on Iran Mercantile Exchange
Saffron prices on the Iran Mercantile Exchange have surpassed 300 million tomans per kilogram, while gold bullion exceeded 32 billion tomans per kilogram.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesIran Mercantile Exchange reports high precious metal and industrial commodity activity
The Iran Mercantile Exchange reports record gold and silver fund trades exceeding 79 trillion tomans, alongside scheduled industrial offerings of aluminum and zinc ingots.
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[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesIran Mercantile Exchange commodity trades exceed 125 trillion tomans
The Iran Mercantile Exchange saw high-volume commodity trading, led by copper and steel sectors, with total weekly transactions reaching over 125 trillion tomans.
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[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesIran Mercantile Exchange to hold 154th gold bullion auction
The Iran Mercantile Exchange will hold its 154th gold bullion auction on Tuesday, with a weekly purchase limit of 25 pieces per participant and a required security deposit of 5 billion Tomans per piece.
Sources
aftabnews.ir · bourse24.ir · boursenews.ir · etemadonline.com · fouladnews.ir · gadgetnews.net · gilkhabar.ir · iranmedicalinfo.com · khabarfoori.com · khouznews.ir · nabzebourse.com · nabznaft.ir · naftonline.ir · negarmag.com · rokna.net
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