There was no clear price trend in the Bulgarian long position market this week, as only minor price changes are accompanied by noticeable differences in demand conditions across the market. Larger manufacturers ,
,It is reported that sales are still at an acceptable level, while the business is neither particularly strong nor weak, and some shipments continue to be sold at current prices. However, the situation looks more favorable among medium-sized suppliers, and several market participants say that demand is gradually weakening and is currently showing slight improvements compared to the weak conditions observed in August. Against the background of such uneven demand, sellers had few opportunities to significantly adjust prices, and current quotes remain close to last week's levels, despite some differences in the lower limits of the prevailing ranges. Thus, attempts to raise the market to a higher level currently seem difficult, especially in conditions where consumer activity remains inconsistent in various market segments. Prices for fittings
Prices in the domestic market are currently at the level of 635-650 euros per ton without VAT, compared with 630-650 euros per ton without VAT last week. It is reported that wire rod quotes are approximately 665-680 euros per ton without VAT, compared with 670-680 euros per ton without VAT a week earlier.
Import activity remained particularly calm this week, as sufficient stocks and adequate supplies from domestic producers reduced the need for additional supplies from abroad. At the same time, no particularly favorable offers are received from European or foreign suppliers, which leads to a shortage of both fresh orders and solid import offers. Estimated rebar offers are being received from Greece at a price of about 640-650 euros per ton on FOB terms, which corresponds to about 655-670 euros per ton with delivery to Bulgaria, based on transportation costs of about 15-20 euros per ton. Greek wire rod, meanwhile, is sold at a price of about 660-670 euros per ton on FOB terms, or about 675-690 euros per ton with delivery on the same basis. No noticeable changes. This week, reports of new developments or fresh price offers have been received from Italian suppliers. Currently, rebar offers from Egypt are being reported at a price of about 610-620 dollars per ton on FOB terms. Considering that the cost of transportation is estimated at about $30 per ton, this will amount to about 565-575 euros per ton in Bulgaria compared to