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Iran halts steel slab and sheet exports until May 30 after war linked strikes
International
Published on 27 April 2026
Repairs could take months and prices may jump
Iran has suspended exports of steel slabs and sheets until May 30, blaming war-linked strikes that damaged key steel facilities. The delay threatens export earnings and risks ripple effects across construction and automotive demand. While imports may help stabilize supply, getting full production back online could take up to a year, with possible job losses and inflation pressures.
- Tehran is pausing steel slab and sheet exports until May 30
- War-related strikes damaged key Iranian steel facilities
- Construction and automotive sectors face supply and cost pressure
- Full recovery may take up to a year, risking jobs and inflation
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