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European Copper Cathode Premiums Remain Stable While The LME Rally Slows Spot Purchases
The European copper cathode market continued to move substantially sideways on Tuesday May 12, confirming a phase of fragile equilibrium, in which physical premiums remain supported but without a clear upward impulse. The caution of buyers still dominates the picture,...
Nickel Pig Iron Returns To Rally In China Amid Stainless Steel Recovery And Supply Tensions
The nickel pig iron (NPI) market in China is experiencing one of its most dynamic phases in recent years, supported by the strong recovery in stainless steel, growing restocking activity and a progressive tightening of supply. After weeks of weakness and uncertainty,...
Zinc Leads Base Metals In China Amid Supply Tensions And Geopolitical Expectations
The base metals market traded on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) showed mixed performance during the morning session on Thursday May 14, but zinc captured the attention of international market participants. In a context characterized by strong macroeconomic...
US Steel Production Reaches 2026 Highs
US raw steel production reached its highest level of 2026, confirming a phase of strengthening in American steelmaking activity and a clear improvement in plant utilization compared with last year. According to data from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI),...