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Copper Premiums in Asia in Chaos, While US Declines on Arbitrage
The week ending Tuesday, July 1, saw copper premiums move in mixed ways across major global regions. In particular, Asian markets were described as being in “chaos,” while in the US premiums fell sharply. The underlying factors behind these movements were complex...
Indonesia Considers New Nickel Mining Quota Rules: Market Waits
The Indonesian government is considering a return to annual mining permits (RKAB), reducing the duration of quotas from three years to just one year. The official aim is to strengthen national governance over minerals and coal — with a particular focus on nickel — to...
Italian Ferroalloy and Billet Market: Between International Pressures and Contrasting Price Trends
In June and the first days of July 2025, the Italian ferroalloy market experienced a phase of relative stabilization, after the strong movements recorded in the spring months. The price dynamics of bulk ferroalloys show a generally stable or slightly decreasing trend,...
BYD Selects Voestalpine As Steel Supplier For New Plant In Hungary
Chinese automotive giant BYD recently announced a strategic move in the heart of Europe: Voestalpine, the Austrian steel giant based in Linz, has been selected as the first official steel supplier for the new Hungarian production plant. The agreement was announced on...