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Global Copper Cathode Premiums: Contrasting Trends Between Asia, Shanghai, and the United States
In the week ending Tuesday, August 12, global physical premiums for copper cathodes saw mixed movements: in Southeast Asia, they increased thanks to increased spot purchases and supply disruptions, while in the Shanghai market, bearish sentiment continued to weigh on...
Plastics Recycling Crisis in Europe: Between Corporate Bankruptcies and EU 2030 Targets
In early 2025, a series of corporate bankruptcies rocked the plastics recycling sector in Western Europe. Among the names that emerged: Blue Cycle (Netherlands), Stiphout Plastics (Netherlands), Bage Plastics (Austria), Texaid, and Veolia (Germany). This is a warning...
European Long Steel Market: Quiet Week and Stable Prices in the Height of the Summer Season
The European long steel market continued to move extremely calmly this week, reflecting the typical summer downturn. Reduced operator presence, combined with low commercial activity, helped keep prices stable, creating a climate of anticipation for the coming weeks....
Washington Postpones Tariff Increase on Chinese Goods: Truce Extended Until November 2025
The White House announced that President Donald Trump has signed an executive order postponing the planned tariff increase on Chinese goods by 90 days, thus extending the tariff truce until November 10, 2025. The decision was widely expected after two days of...