Iron Ore Monthly Derivatives Chartbook (August 2026)

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SUMMARY

Supply disruptions and higher freight costs lifted iron ore in August, but squeezed mill margins and weak demand could limit further upside and trigger renewed price pressure.
Call buildup at the 100 and 105 strikes signals improving upside sentiment, while unwinding beyond 105 points to limited conviction in a sustained rally.
Managed money’s positioning turned more defensive in August, as greater short exposure and reduced long exposure signaled weaker conviction in further iron ore price upside.

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