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China: Mixed dynamics in copper and iron trade, between robust demand and seasonal slowdowns
China, the world's largest metals consumer, continues to show signs of economic complexity in the mining and metals sector. While copper imports reached record levels in November 2024, pushing up expectations of a recovery in domestic demand, iron ore imports fell,...
China: Aluminum production slows to November 2024, amid environmental challenges and market fluctuations
As of November 2024, China's aluminum market has been on an up-and-down trend. According to a survey by the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), domestic aluminum production fell 3.21 percent from the previous month. This slowdown was mainly attributed to environmental...
The uncertain renaissance of Ukrainian steel: between growth and new threats
In 2024, Ukraine is experiencing a partial renaissance in its steel sector, marking a 23.1 percent increase in steel production, which reached 7 million metric tons from January to November. These figures, released by the Ukrainian Steel Producers Union, reflect an...
European steel industry in crisis: a summit to save the future of steel
The European Steel Association (EUROFER) and the union IndustriAll Europe have sent a joint appeal to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Vice President for Welfare and Industrial Strategy Stéphane Séjourné. At the heart of the appeal is an urgent...