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Manganese Rises Sharply: Market Tensed Between China and Europe
The global market for electrolytic manganese flakes continues to experience significant tension, with prices rising sharply in the week ending Friday, December 12. Supporting the rally are a persistent shortage of spot material in China and markedly bullish sentiment...
Southeast Asian Aluminum Scrap: Market Paused Amid LME Volatility and Year-End
The Southeast Asian aluminum scrap import market experienced a relatively stable week until Tuesday, December 9th, with prices moving sideways and limited liquidity. Activity was held back by several concurrent factors: year-end seasonality, which slowed scrap...
2026 Copper Negotiations Stalled: Antofagasta and Smelters Play for Time
Negotiations for 2026 copper concentrate supplies between Chilean producer Antofagasta and major copper smelters in China and Japan are progressing extremely slowly, amidst significant uncertainty that continues to weigh on the market. In mid-December, operators...
China Cracks Down on Steel Exports: Mandatory Licensing Starting in 2026
Beijing is preparing to introduce a new and significant change in the management of steel exports. Starting January 1, 2026, China will impose export licensing controls on a wide range of steel products, including pig iron, scrap, semi-finished products, and finished...