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European Aluminium Billet Premiums Edge Higher Amid CBAM, Duties And Weak Demand
Aluminium billet premiums in Europe edged slightly higher at the start of 2026, while spot trading activity has so far remained subdued, weighed down by elevated London Metal Exchange (LME) prices and weak demand from extruders. Market participants stressed that the...
UK Steel Scrap Prices Rise In January 2026 Amid Tight Supply And Carbon Pressures
The UK steel scrap market opened 2026 on a firmer footing, with January settlement prices rising by £5–10 per tonne compared with December, depending on grade. The increase has been driven by seasonal collection slowdowns, tighter prompt availability and stronger...
Secondary Aluminium Prices Rally Across Mainland Europe Amid Tight Scrap Supply
Secondary aluminium prices continued to rise sharply across mainland Europe in January, supported by tight scrap availability, which has pushed both scrap and ingot values higher. Market participants point to seasonally weak collection rates, combined with strong...
EU Public Procurement And Low-Emission Metals: Green Steel At The Core Of The New Industrial Strategy
The European Union is preparing to revise its public procurement rules to favor the use of low-carbon-emission metals, with steel likely to be the first material included under the new framework. The initiative is expected to move forward by the end of the month as...