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The Tantalite Market On Fire: Supply At Risk After The Congo Collapse
The global tantalite market recorded a sudden surge in prices following a serious mining accident that occurred on February 5 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which caused numerous fatalities and raised strong concerns over a further tightening of supply. The...
Malaysia Shuts The Door On Electronic Waste: A Regulatory Turning Point With Chain Effects Across Metals
Malaysia has introduced an absolute ban on imports of electronic waste (e-waste), which took immediate effect on Wednesday February 4, with the aim of tightening environmental controls and curbing illegal material flows. The decision marks a clear turning point for...
European Stainless Steel Scrap Prices Accelerate: From Cyclical Waste To Strategic Raw Material
Prices for stainless steel scrap in Europe extended gains in the week ended Friday February 6, supported by increasingly tight availability and firmer alloy surcharges. According to market participants, the sector is undergoing a deep structural shift: stainless steel...
Aluminium Trade Flows Change Course: Japan Loses Volumes To Europe
During 2025, aluminium import flows into Japan underwent a significant shift, driven by more competitive premiums in other regions of the world that progressively pulled units away from the Japanese market. According to market participants, Japan experienced a marked...