Like a sudden and overwhelming springtime rainstorm, aluminum prices, as many are no doubt aware, received a shock in April. Buying Aluminum in 2018? Download MetalMiner’s free annual price outlook On the news of U.S. sanctions targeting Russian companies and their owners — including Russian aluminum giant Rusal, the second-biggest aluminum producer in the world […]
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Week in Review: Natural Gas, the U.S. Dollar and Utah Oil Sands
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was and some of the metals-related storylines here on MetalMiner: Need buying strategies for steel? Try two free months of MetalMiner’s Outlook MetalMiner’s Stuart Burns took a look at the natural gas sector, which make be in for a shakeup […]
This Morning in Metals: Mexican Steel Industry to Visit Washington to Talk Quotas
This morning in metals news, the Mexican steel industry has been invited to visit Washington to talk about the possibility of a steel quota (instead of the the 25% tariff), Tata Steel’s UK arm has posted losses this past year and China says trade talks this week were “constructive and candid.” Need buying strategies for […]
This Morning in Metals: Steel Scrap Still a Bargain
This morning in metals news, steel scrap is competitive despite tariffs, Century Aluminum is one example of a company boosted by the Trump administration’s tariffs and China retaliates against the U.S.’s latest round of tariffs. Need buying strategies for steel? Try two free months of MetalMiner’s Outlook Steel Scrap Still Competitive According to an S&P […]
‘Farm-to-Table’ Becomes ‘Maker-to-User’: A Manufacturing Trend
Chances are you’ve probably heard the term “farm-to-table,” the increasingly popular culinary movement that prioritizes local sourcing. Some restaurants even tout their local sourcing on their menus, listing vendors from whom they acquire their foods — whether it’s beef, cheese, beer, or fruits and vegetables, they want you know where the elements on your plate […]
This Morning in Metals: Next Round of U.S. Tariffs on China Set to Go Into Effect
This morning in metals news, $16 billion in tariffs on imports of Chinese goods will go into effect tomorrow, optimism from the Mexican side is high with respect to a NAFTA deal and steel demand in India is pushing the global total toward a new record. Need buying strategies for steel? Try two free months […]
Aluminum Association Urges Trump Administration to Address Chinese Overcapacity
The Aluminum Association this week sent a letter to the Trump administration urging it to address Chinese overcapacity, as U.S. and Chinese officials are set to resume talks Wednesday and Thursday aimed at allaying trade tensions. Need buying strategies for steel? Try two free months of MetalMiner’s Outlook The trade group sent the letter to Treasury […]
This Morning in Metals: Tennessee Manufacturers Ask Trump to Rescind Steel Tariff
This morning in metals news, a group of Tennessee manufacturers sent the president a letter urging him to rescind the Section 232 tariff on imported steel, the Trump administration has proposed a new rule for emissions standards that would undo Obama-era limits and copper hit a one-week high.Need buying strategies for steel? Try two free […]
Turkey Goes to WTO For Consultations With U.S. Over Additional Steel, Aluminum Duties
In the latest move in the recent saga of burgeoning tensions between the U.S. and Turkey, the latter has filed a request with the World Trade Organization (WTO) for consultations over the U.S.’s additional steel and aluminum tariffs. Need buying strategies for steel? Try two free months of MetalMiner’s Outlook The request was circulated to […]
Zinc, Lead Post Global Supply Deficits in 1H 2018
According to data released Monday by the International Lead and Zinc Study Group (ILZSG), both lead and zinc were in deficit through the first six months of the year. Need buying strategies for steel? Try two free months of MetalMiner’s Outlook According to the ILZSG report, Chinese data for the months of April, May and […]
