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The LME Returns to Shine: The Rise of the Metals Market After the Nickel Crisis
The London Metal Exchange (LME), the world's historic hub for metals trading, has fully regained its momentum after the dramatic nickel crisis of 2022. In 2024, trading activity reached record levels, with average daily volumes of 664,698 lots, an 18.2% increase over...
Steel and Aluminium Scrap: A Heritage to Safeguard for Europe
The European Steel Association (EUROFER) and European Aluminium have launched a joint appeal to the European Commission to take rapid and concrete action against the increase of steel and aluminium scrap exports from the European Union. The statement emphasises the...
The European Union and the 16th Sanctions Package Against Russia: Scenarios and Impacts in 2025
In February 2025, the European Union (EU) may launch its 16th sanctions package against Russia, marking the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This new package is part of a strategy to hit Russia's core revenue by reducing its ability to finance the...
The Global Copper Market in 2025: Opportunities and Challenges for Chinese Smelters
The global copper market is preparing for a tense and dynamic start to the year. Increased capacity at Chinese smelters and disruptions in the global supply of concentrates are shaping an environment in which Treatment and Refining Charges (TRCs) could fall further in...