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European Hot-Rolled Coil, Prices Rise Despite Moderate Trading: Production Problems And Import Risks Strengthen Mills
The European hot-rolled coil market, HRC, is recording increases in some regions while domestic business activity remains moderate. Production difficulties at some plants, particularly in Italy and Germany, are supporting suppliers’ price requests, without a broad...
Japanese Aluminium, MJP Offer At $265: Stocks Rebound As Buyers Wait
Negotiations over aluminium premiums for delivery to Japan’s main ports in the fourth quarter of 2026 are approaching a possible agreement but remain open. A producer has reduced its offer to $265 per tonne, according to market participants speaking to Commodity...
Italian Scrap, October Starts Without Momentum: Selective Increases And Energy Uncertainty
The Italian scrap market enters October with expectations still supported, but mills are showing greater resistance to increases. Following September’s rises, the latest negotiations show small, selective adjustments, while several references have remained unchanged...
European Batteries, Clash Over EU-UK Rules: Automakers Seek More Time As Suppliers Defend Investment
Europe’s battery supply chain is divided over rules of origin due to become stricter from January 2027 in trade between the European Union and the United Kingdom. Automakers are seeking another delay, arguing that the supply chain is not yet ready. Materials producers...