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LME Festive Closure for Easter Celebrations
Notice is hereby given that the London Metal Exchange (LME) will be closed from today, Friday, April 18, until Monday, April 21 for the Easter holiday. Trading in industrial metals will resume as normal on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. No official prices will be published...
Uncertainty Widespread Along the Supply Chain And Stability Expected During the Easter Holidays
The European hot rolled coil (HRC) market continues to navigate a climate of deep uncertainty, with stagnant demand and fragmented trading activity along the entire supply chain. According to multiple traders' reports, sentiment among buyers remains weak, and a phase...
Turmoil In The Global Alumina Market: The Worst Could Be Behind In The Second Quarter
After a disastrous first quarter for alumina prices, marked by collapses of up to 50 percent, the first signs of stabilization are emerging. Analysts estimate that the intensity of the so-called global alumina meltdown may ease in the second quarter of 2025, thanks to...
Base Metals Prices Up On Shanghai Futures Exchange Thanks To Weakening U.S. Dollar
Base metals prices traded on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) rose significantly during the morning session on Thursday, April 17, buoyed by a weakening U.S. dollar. Leading the surge was nickel in particular, which showed the strongest performance among the most...