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Tin Production: The Market Prepares for a Transition Phase
After a year marked by production disruptions and supply shortages, the refined tin and concentrate sector is preparing for a potential turnaround. According to analysts, increased production capacity could bring new activity to the market, encourage inventory...
Weak Summer Market for Secondary Aluminum Ingots in Europe
In the week ending Friday, July 18, secondary aluminum ingot prices in Europe declined slightly, marking the sixth consecutive week of declines. The market is entering its usual summer slowdown phase, with several producers suspending or reducing operations for...
Germany: Bundesrat Supports Action Plan for Steel and Metals
The German Federal Council (Bundesrat), in its final session before the summer recess, approved a crucial motion proposed by the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The text calls for the immediate implementation of the Action Plan for Steel and Metals, with the aim of...
Removal of the 15% EU Safeguard Quota Cap for Steel Sections Postponed
The European Union has officially notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) Committee on Safeguards that the removal of the 15% safeguard quota cap for steel sections will be postponed from July 1 to August 1, 2025. The postponement was necessary because time...