Loading
US-China Tension: A New Threat To The Global Aluminum Industry
The latest provocation in the economic war between the United States and China could have profound implications for the future of the global aluminum market. In a statement that leaves no room for interpretation, Scott Bessent, economic adviser to former President...
The Impact Of Reciprocal Duties On Copper Price Rally CME
In the first quarter of 2025, the copper market experienced one of the fastest and most pronounced bullish phases in recent years, driven by geopolitical uncertainty and the surprise effect related to the introduction of reciprocal duties by the United States....
Base Metals Prices Rise On The Shanghai Futures Exchange
During the morning session on Monday, April 14, prices of most base metals listed on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) rose following a major announcement by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. Indeed, on Friday, April 11, the U.S. announced that...
Gradual Restart For Aluminum In San Ciprián: Alcoa Starts Reactivation Process
Integrated aluminum production giant Alcoa has announced the start of the reactivation process for its aluminum smelting plant located in San Ciprián, Spain. Operations officially began on April 1, 2025, with full restart scheduled for October 2025. The San Ciprián...