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Copper: China defies global squeeze with near-record production
The global copper market is plagued by fears of a shortage, which has pushed prices to record levels and sparked a $49 billion takeover battle. But in China, the world's largest producer and consumer of the refined metal, there is more than enough. At the center of...
Automotive industry: Tesla urges suppliers to manufacture outside China and Taiwan amid escalating tensions
In the rapidly evolving automotive industry, ensuring robust and reliable supply chains has become critical, especially with escalating geopolitical tensions. Tesla is proactively addressing these concerns by reshaping its supply chain strategies. Tesla is ensuring...
Ferrochrome and Scrap Inox: LME open to consider new futures contracts
The London Metal Exchange (LME) would be open to discussing potential new cash-settled futures contracts for stainless steel scrap and ferrochrome, depending on market demand. This follows the discontinuation of the quarterly European Ferrochrome Benchmark Price, or...
Steel and pig iron: Russia will exempt long products from export duties
The Russian government is considering exempting rebar, wire rod, and pig iron from the export tax introduced in October last year. It is specified that this possibility was discussed following a request made by local producers of long products due to decreased...