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An iron ore mine near Kathu, South Africa. With 70% of global demand for iron ore coming from China, prices are partially dictated by the Chinese property market.
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U.S. steel makers face challenges to profits

Jan 27, 2015
Foreign competition and a decline in oil drilling counter a strong U.S. economy.