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The Italian Steel Market: Between Upward Attempts and High Costs
The Italian market for rebar is going through a period of uncertainty, characterized by attempts by producers to raise prices and a complex economic environment affecting its dynamics. In parallel, the carbon steel ingot sector is in a similar situation, with high...
Good News for Aluminum Buyers in the United States?
There is positive news for aluminum buyers in the United States: President Donald Trump has backtracked on his threat to impose a huge 50 percent tariff on Canadian metal imports. However, the bad news is that, starting March 12, 2025, importers will still have to pay...
U.S. Copper Imports Could Increase by 50-100% in the Coming Months
In late February, the Trump administration launched an investigation into copper imports on national security grounds. This move represents the first step toward the imposition of possible tariffs on this strategic metal. According to a note released this week by...
Nyrstar Will Reduce Zinc Production by 25% at Hobart Plant: Impacts and Prospects
Multinational Nyrstar, a subsidiary of commodity trading giant Trafigura, has announced a significant reduction in zinc production at its plant in Hobart, Australia. Beginning in Aprbil, the plant will decrease its production capacity by 25 percent, a move that has...