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The European Union and the 16th Sanctions Package Against Russia: Scenarios and Impacts in 2025
In February 2025, the European Union (EU) may launch its 16th sanctions package against Russia, marking the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This new package is part of a strategy to hit Russia's core revenue by reducing its ability to finance the...
The Global Copper Market in 2025: Opportunities and Challenges for Chinese Smelters
The global copper market is preparing for a tense and dynamic start to the year. Increased capacity at Chinese smelters and disruptions in the global supply of concentrates are shaping an environment in which Treatment and Refining Charges (TRCs) could fall further in...
New Agreement Between ILA and USMX: A Step Forward for the Modernisation of US Ports
On Tuesday evening, a joint announcement by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) brought relief to the global logistics and trade sectors. The two parties reached a preliminary agreement on a new six-year...
Ten bids for sale of historic former Ilva plants
Managers of Acciaierie d'Italia, one of Italy's leading steel producers, have announced that they have received ten bids as part of the tender for the sale of the historic former Ilva plants, which officially closed on January 10, 2025. The original deadline, set for...