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CCI study on mining sector flags iron ore varied pricing, export issues

The differential pricing of iron ore is likely to create competition concerns and exports of iron ore should also be discouraged, according to a study by fair trade regulator CCI. To ensure fair markets, the competition watchdog initiated a focused study on the mining sector, specifically iron ore in India, and its interconnected industries like steel. The goal was to assess the competition perspective and determine if the iron ore market is functioning appropriately within the broader economic landscape. In its market study on 'Dynamics of Competition in the Mining Sector in India With A Focus On Iron Ore', CCI has also flagged possible issues, with the pricing of iron ore from captive mines. "The allocation of captive mines to some players creates entry barriers in the iron ore and steel sector as entry and successful operation becomes costly for new firms," the Competition Commission of India (CCI) said in a release. As per the study, the differential pricing of iron ore for ..

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