Despite a plunging LME price and dire short-term prospects for metal consumption in Europe and the U.S., aluminum mills are still following through on long-term plans to improve their environmental credentials. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! They are doing this, particularly, to lower […]
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India’s aluminum sector aims to go green
Aluminum is suddenly the new buzzword in India. In the last 2-3 months, there has been a lot of activity in the Indian aluminum sector, much of it propelled by India’s ongoing quest for clean and green tech. Better time your metal market purchases with the MetalMiner Insights platform. Request a demo For starters, news […]
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. […]
This Morning in Metals: Novelis reports net income up 37% in Q3 FY20
This morning in metals news, Novelis Inc. reported its quarterly financial results, steel trade in China slows amid coronavirus fears and India’s carbon emissions are projected to soar over the next 30 years. Metal prices fluctuate. Key is knowing when and how much to buy with MetalMiner Outlook. Request a free trial.
Week in Review: Aluminum prices; Trump signs USMCA; Brexit hour is near
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: aluminum production and prices; Trump’s tariffs on aluminum and steel derivatives; the coronavirus’ potential impact on iron ore; General Motors’ electrification drive; and the arrival of Brexit. […]
GM to invest $2.2B to manufacture EVs at Detroit-Hamtramck assembly
General Motors announced this week it would take another step towards electrification by investing $2.2 billion in its Detroit-Hamtramck assembly, which will be the automaker’s first plant devoted 100% to the production of electric vehicles (EVs). Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! The automaker […]
Europe’s Green Deal will come at a cost for several industries, trading partners
Heard of Europe’s Green Deal? No? That may not be surprising, as it was only announced last month. While it sounds like the latest fruit and veg special offer at your local supermarket, it is likely to be one of the most profound policy changes to hit Europe since the formation of the Common Agricultural […]
India’s solar sector reaches milestone but faces import pressures
The Indian solar energy story marked a new milestone after India topped the Asia Pacific Region (APAC) for solar photovoltaic (PV) tenders in December 2019. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! According to analytics company GlobalData, with 49% tenders announced and a 75.4% share, […]
Week in Review: Trump’s trade deals, steel capacity utilization and Hindalco’s diversification plans
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was and some of the metals coverage here on MetalMiner, including coverage of: India’s Hindalco, U.S. steel capacity utilization, Trump’s trade deals, the Department of Commerce’s circumvention rulings on steel routed through Vietnam, U.S. industrial production and more. Looking for […]
Rio Tinto’s Pacific operations gain ASI certifications
More and more companies are touting their newly acquired “green” bona fides in a world that is becoming increasingly conscious of climate change. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! With the 2015 Paris climate accord and other government initiatives targeting reduction of emissions, companies […]