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✅ Indian government recommends a 12% temporary tax on certain steel products.
✅ Measure aims to protect domestic manufacturers from rising imports.
✅ Expected to stabilize steel prices and boost market competitiveness.
The Indian government has proposed a 12% temporary tax on specific steel products to protect domestic manufacturers from rising imports and price pressures. The recommendation, aimed at addressing market imbalances caused by increased imports from China and other countries, is expected to offer relief to Indian steelmakers.
The proposed tax will apply to certain categories of hot-rolled (HR) and cold-rolled (CR) steel products for an initial period of six months. The Ministry of Steel stated that the measure is necessary to prevent further erosion of domestic producers' market share and maintain price stability.
Market analysts believe that the tax will boost the competitiveness of Indian steelmakers and help stabilize domestic prices. Shares of major steel companies like SAIL, JSW Steel, and Tata Steel reacted positively to the news, with gains of up to 2% in early trading.
"The temporary tax is a strategic move to ensure fair competition and protect domestic producers from unfair trade practices," said an industry expert.
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