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Chinese Restrictions and U.S. Tariffs: A Change in the Graphite Market.
In December 2023, China introduced controls on graphite exports, while in September 2024, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced the imposition of a 25 percent tariff on natural graphite imports from China starting in 2026. In addition, in early 2024,...
European Steel Market: Price Rise and Expectation for EU Safeguards Review.
European hot-rolled coil (HRC) prices rose slightly on Feb. 28 as market participants watch closely for the European Union's upcoming review of safeguard measures, which is expected to have a significant impact on import volumes and price dynamics. Price Rise in...
Steel Production in Turkey: An In-Depth Analysis.
According to official data released by the Turkish Steel Producers Association (TÇÜD), crude steel production in Turkey contracted by 1.9 percent year-on-year in January 2024 to 3.2 million tons. Despite this slight decline in production, Turkey consolidated its...
Panama’s President and the Future of the $10 Billion Copper Mine
Panama's president, Jose Raul Mulino, recently flew over the country's largest copper mine, rekindling hopes of a possible reopening of the $10 billion facility. The mine, closed in late 2023 following environmental protests and political upheaval, is a crucial piece...