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Rebound and Tensions in the Italian Steel Rebar, Beam, Rolled Products, and Welded Pipe Markets
After months of prolonged decline and a price collapse that pushed traded values to historic lows of €230-250/t (basic starting price), the Italian rebar market appears to be seeing a turning point. According to several sources, producers have been tightening their...
Global Zinc Market: Summer Cools Premiums in Asia and the US, But Europe Is Tighter
During the week ending Tuesday, July 8, SHG (Special High Grade, min. 99.995%) zinc markets in Asia and the United States experienced very limited activity, as is typical during the summer months. However, signs of mild tension were observed in Europe, linked to...
Global Long Steel Market Under Tension: Between US Tariffs and Asian Pressure
The global market for long steel products—which includes bars, beams, sections, and wire rod—is experiencing a structural deterioration, with a growing imbalance between supply and demand. An already fragile environment was further exacerbated by a sudden and...
Chile Raises Alarm Over US Copper Tariffs: Boric Awaits Clarification From Washington
Chilean President Gabriel Boric said Wednesday that his government is still awaiting official communication from the United States regarding President Donald Trump's proposed 50% tariff on copper imports. "Right now, we are waiting for formal communication from the...