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The Port of Chancay: A New Strategic Hub for South America-Asia Trade
Peru is poised to become a key player in trade between South America and Asia with its new Port of Chancay, an ambitious project that aims to become a major maritime hub for global trade routes. Starting in late November 2024, two container ships a week will begin...
Jindal Group’s acquisition of Vítkovice Steel: A Strategic Step Toward the European Market
On October 7, 2024, Vítkovice Steel , a Czech steel producer based in Ostrava, officially announced that it has been acquired by the Jindal Group, one of India's leading steelmakers. The Jindal Group will acquire 100 percent ownership of Vítkovice Steel from its...
China between declining output, investment, and real estate challenges: an integrated analysis
In 2024, China's economy showed mixed signals, with differing performances in major industrial and real estate sectors, reflecting a complex transition phase for the country. While coke production and industrial capacity utilization rate declined, other sectors, such...
The Steel and Scrap Industry in Asia-Pacific: Mixed Outlook for Q4 2024
In the fourth quarter of 2024, steel and scrap prices in the Asia-Pacific region look set to experience a mixed outlook, between expectations of further stimulus measures from China and weaker demand accompanied by increased production. The complex dynamics of the...