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The European Steel Industry and the Border Carbon Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): Challenges and Outlook
As the implementation of the Border Carbon Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) approaches, scheduled for 2026, the European Steel Association (Eurofer) has made a heartfelt call for “significant improvements” to the system. In a Jan. 22 statement, the association stressed the...
Aluminum Market in Asia: Japanese Premium Increases and Future Outlook
The primary aluminum market is experiencing significant premium increases in the Asian region, driven by a combination of factors related to supply, production costs, and geopolitical dynamics. On Jan. 21, the premium for imported primary aluminum for the first...
U.S. Steel Industry and Trade Policy: the Crucial Role of Protectionist Measures in the Trump Era
The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) and the Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA), two of the leading organizations representing the U.S. steel industry, recently issued statements regarding the “America First” trade policy promoted by President Donald Trump....
Growth in Copper Production in Zambia
In 2024, Zambia saw a significant increase in its copper production, recording a 12 percent increase, bringing production to about 820,676 tons, up from 732,583 tons the previous year. Minister of Mines Paul Kabuswe confirmed this figure, emphasizing the importance of...