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Global alumina market in tension: between supply disruptions and new developments
In the last quarter of 2024, the global alumina market continues to navigate rough waters. With prices hitting new highs and rising demand, the industry is facing several challenges, including availability problems in bauxite production, disruptions in exports, and...
Significant uncertainty for the international billet market
The international steel billet market is going through a period of considerable uncertainty. Between lower scrap prices and instability in the Chinese market, industry players are facing significant challenges. Developments in recent weeks reflect a climate of caution...
International Monetary Fund forecast: Stable growth but uncertain outlook for global economy
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its latest forecast on global economic growth, outlining a picture characterized by apparent stability but with future prospects laden with uncertainty. According to the World Economic Outlook, global economic growth...
Zinc prices soaring: tightening supply and future risks to global market
In recent days, LME zinc spot prices have outpaced those of longer-dated futures contracts on the London Metal Exchange (LME), signaling a particularly tense market situation. Large buyers are accumulating futures positions, while a series of disruptions in mining...