Reuters recently reported on Tesla’s announcement that it is in advanced talks to use batteries from China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL) that contain no cobalt specifically for use in cars made at Tesla’s Shanghai plant. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! The […]
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Week in Review: Oil falls; steel production rises; Jingye nears British Steel takeover
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was with some of the metals coverage here on MetalMiner, including: oil prices, global steel production, Chinese steel stocks, U.S. automotive sales and more. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights […]
Automotive MMI: Honda, Hyundai sales surge; GM adds 3,500 EV charging plugs
The Automotive Monthly Metals Index (MMI) held flat this month for a March MMI reading of 86. Request a 30-minute demo of the MetalMiner Insights platform now.
Week in Review: Tesla’s battery play; supply chains under stress; E.U.-U.K. trade talks
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was and some of the metals storylines here on MetalMiner, including coverage of: Tesla’s struggle between price competitiveness and battery range; supply chains amid the coronavirus outbreak; U.S. industrial production; zinc’s global supply deficit; and E.U.-U.K. trade talks. Looking for […]
Tesla downgrades battery range to make car prices more competitive
The electric vehicle (EV) market is facing significant headwinds. Improve metal purchase timing and mitigate price risk — trial MetalMiner’s monthly metal buying outlook On the one hand, consumer anxiety over EVs’ limited range and extended recharge periods is making the majority reluctant to commit.
Week in Review: Geely-Volvo merger; China’s steel sector; iron ore prices
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was and some of the metals storylines here on MetalMiner, including coverage of: India’s auto sector; a merger of Geely and Volvo; China’s steel industry amid the coronavirus outbreak; the E.U.’s anti-dumping probe of aluminum extrusions from China; and iron […]
Automakers Geely, Volvo to merge and list
As if to underline the more dynamic and entrepreneurial nature of private sector firms, Geely Auto Group in China is set to create what many are describing as China’s first global car maker. Improve metal purchase timing and mitigate price risk — trial MetalMiner’s monthly metal buying outlook Part of China’s big three private car […]
India’s auto sector reaches crucial point amid government’s emissions goals
India’s automobile sector is at a crossroads. Metal prices fluctuate. Key is knowing when and how much to buy with MetalMiner Outlook. Request a free trial. The country has embarked on a clean energy drive following its commitment to the Paris agreement in 2015 and has now dedicated itself to reduce its emissions by 2030. […]
Week in Review: MMI week; palladium prices; U.K. automotive sector after Brexit
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was and the metals storylines here on MetalMiner, including coverage of: U.S. steel prices, 2019 metals sector M&A activity, palladium prices, the copper market amid the coronavirus outbreak, the British automotive sector and more. Looking for metal price forecasting and […]
What’s next for U.K. car manufacturing after Brexit?
One of U.S. President Donald Trump’s objectives when applying high import tariffs to steel, aluminum and, now, downstream products was to support domestic producers by making it economically more attractive to produce locally than to import. Improve metal purchase timing and mitigate price risk — trial MetalMiner’s monthly metal buying outlook An unexpected, or at […]