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 steel sector news, the Biden administration’s release of a 250-page supply chain report and much more: The MetalMiner Best Practice Library offers a wealth of knowledge and tips to […]
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This Morning in Metals: Production resumes at Pennsylvania steel plant
This morning in metals news: production has resumed at Tenaris‘ steel plant in Koppel, Pennsylvania; meanwhile, Anglo American said it has demerged its thermal coal operations in South Africa; and, lastly, the United Steelworkers union commented on the Biden administration’s recently released supply chain review. Each month, MetalMiner hosts a webinar on a specific metals […]
Novelis collaborates with a Chinese university to pioneer advancements in aluminum technology
The Atlanta-based aluminum firm Novelis announced it is partnering with China’s leading universities to conduct research into the innovative use of aluminum. The partnership between Novelis’ Shanghai Customer Solution Center (CSC) and the Tsinghua University Suzhou Automotive Research Institute (TSARI), confirmed by way of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) will drive research and development of […]
Automotive MMI: US automakers post record auto sales in May
The Automotive Monthly Metals Index (MMI) rose by 4.5% for this month’s reading, as many automakers posted record auto sales in May. Stay up to date on MetalMiner with weekly updates – without the sales pitch. Sign up now. US auto sales Among monthly reporters, Ford Motor Co. reported its total sales in the US […]
This Morning in Metals: Nucor to acquire insulated metal panels business
This morning in metals news: Nucor Corporation today announced it will acquire Cornerstone Building Brands‘ insulated metal panels business; the oil price approached $70 per barrel to close last week; and the aluminum price has retraced over the last month. Each month, MetalMiner hosts a webinar on a specific metals topic. Explore the upcoming webinars […]
ArcelorMittal eyeing Liberty Steel assets in France
ArcelorMittal is eyeing the potential acquisition of Liberty Steel France, which includes a steelmaking plant at Ascoval and rail rolling mill at Hayange, a source within the Luxembourg-headquartered company told MetalMiner. “We were interested last year, when they were available,” the source said. Bids are due for assessment likely in July, the source added. Each […]
Week in Review: Iron ore shows volatility; hot rolled coil prices rise; China relaxes rare earths production quotas
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was and the metals news here on MetalMiner, including iron ore volatility, rare earths production quotas in China and much more: We’re offering timely emails with exclusive analyst commentary and some best practice advice. Sign up here. Week of May […]
This Morning in Metals: General Motors to increase deliveries to US, Canadian customers
This morning in metals news: General Motors says it will increase vehicle deliveries to customers in the US and Canada; US nonfarm business sector labor productivity rose by 5.4% in the first quarter; and crude oil prices continue to rise. Each month, MetalMiner hosts a webinar on a specific metals topic. Explore the upcoming webinars […]
This Morning in Metals: Steel capacity utilization rate rises to 81.5%
This morning in metals news: the US steel capacity utilization rate reached 81.5% last week; meanwhile, miner Glencore announced a new liquefied natural gas supply agreement; and, lastly, G7 trade ministers issued a joint communiqué covering market and trade distortions by state enterprises. Each month, MetalMiner hosts a webinar on a specific metals topic. Explore […]
This Morning in Metals: US personal consumption expenditure rises in April
This morning in metals news: US personal consumption expenditure rose in April; meanwhile, Norsk Hydro is teaming up on an offshore wind project in the Norwegian North Sea; and, lastly, the United Steelworkers asked the Biden administration for clarification on its domestic mining stance. More MetalMiner is available on LinkedIn. US personal consumption expenditures rises […]
