1. At what time can we work out a deal?

When are we?

2. If the price is higher than that, we 'd rather call call

If the price is higher than that, we'd rather give up the business.

3. It 's absolutely out of the question for us to reduce to

It is impossible for us to reduce the price to what you ask for.

4. We can "t accept your offer unless the price is reduced reduced"

Unless you reduce the price by 5%, we can not.

5. We make a counter-offer to you of $150 per metric ton metric

We make a counter-offer to US $150 per metric ton FOB London.

6. Your counteroffer is too low and we can "t accept it."

Your counteroffer is too low for us to accept.

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7. I 'm afraid I don' t find your price competitive at at

I don't think your price is competitive.

8. If you insist on your price and refuse to make any concession,

If you insist on your price and make no concession, there is no need for us to talk further.

9. Let 's have your counteroffer.

Please make a return.

10. Still, I think it unwise for either of us to insist to

However, I think it is unwise for each of us to insist on his own price.

11. We think your offer is too high, which is difficult for difficult

We think your offer is too high for us to accept.

12. Our offer is reasonable and realistic. It comes in line with line

Our offer is reasonable and realistic, in line with the current market price level.