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Significant uncertainty for the international billet market
The international steel billet market is going through a period of considerable uncertainty. Between lower scrap prices and instability in the Chinese market, industry players are facing significant challenges. Developments in recent weeks reflect a climate of caution...
International Monetary Fund forecast: Stable growth but uncertain outlook for global economy
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its latest forecast on global economic growth, outlining a picture characterized by apparent stability but with future prospects laden with uncertainty. According to the World Economic Outlook, global economic growth...
Zinc prices soaring: tightening supply and future risks to global market
In recent days, LME zinc spot prices have outpaced those of longer-dated futures contracts on the London Metal Exchange (LME), signaling a particularly tense market situation. Large buyers are accumulating futures positions, while a series of disruptions in mining...
The Crisis of the European Steel Industry: Challenges and Solutions for the Future
On October 23, the European Parliament addressed a crucial issue for the future of the European steel industry: the crisis in the sector, aggravated by unfair competition from China and rising energy costs. During the debate, several politicians stressed the urgency...