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US Aluminium Imports Rebound In October But Remain Below 2024 Levels
US aluminium imports rebounded in October, reaching 364,880 tonnes, up 9.6% month on month. Despite the recovery, volumes remained 18.4% lower year on year, highlighting a market still shaped by structural supply tightness and trade uncertainty. The latest data from...
Container Freight Rates Between Asia, Europe And The Us Stay Elevated: Pre-Lunar New Year Demand, Geopolitics And Capacity Keep The Market Tight
The global container freight market has entered the year at high but broadly stable levels, with key Asia–Europe routes trading at prices last seen during the summer peak season, supported by early seasonal demand, General Rate Increases (GRIs) and additional capacity...
Zinc Concentrate Treatment Charges Into China Keep Falling As Market Tightens
Spot treatment charges (TCs) for zinc concentrates shipped into China declined further in the pricing session ended Friday January 9, extending a sharp reversal after rising gradually through much of 2025. The rapid fall in smelting fees is increasingly seen by market...
Indian Aluminium Scrap Prices Continue To Rise As LME Strength, China And Tight Supply Drive The Market
Indian aluminium scrap prices recorded further gains in the week to Wednesday January 14, supported by the persistent rise in primary aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) and by intensifying global competition for available scrap volumes. Despite...