This morning in metals news, the U.S.’s steel import levels were down by nearly half in February, Norsk Hydro’s Albras aluminum plant in Brazil recently experienced a power failure and General Motors recently revealed new developments in its overall electric vehicle (EV) strategy. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? […]
Category: Imports
This Morning in Metals: Aluminum Association files antidumping, countervailing duty petitions
This morning in metals news, the Aluminum Association filed antidumping and countervailing duty petitions alleging imports of aluminum sheet from 18 countries are harming the U.S. industry, the British Steel takeover is set to be completed today, and the issue of steel and aluminum tariffs on Brazil remains up in the air. Looking for metal […]
This Morning in Metals: Steel import permit applications drop 47.5% in February
This morning in metals news, steel import permit applications plunged in February, buyers are lining up to buy British Steel’s plant in France and Vietnam is ramping up purchases of U.S. agricultural goods in the hopes of avoiding tariffs. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights […]
This Morning in Metals: Federal appeals court upholds Section 232 constitutionality
This morning in metals news, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled to uphold the constitutionality of the Section 232 statute, President Donald Trump has decided not to impose tariffs on imported titanium sponge and U.S. Steel closed on the purchase of POSCO-California Corporation’s 50% interest in USS-Posco Industries. All the metals […]
USTR announces Chinese measures toward implementation of trade deal
While the U.S. and China earlier this year announced a so-called “phase one” trade deal, questions remained about commitments and the enforcement of the deal’s provisions. All the metals intelligence you need in one user-friendly platform with unlimited usage – Request a MetalMiner Insights platform demo As such, despite forestalling the implementation of new planned […]
This Morning in Metals: ITC determines U.S. industry not injured by fabricated structural steel imports
This morning in metals news, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) made a negative determination in the ongoing anti-dumping probe of fabricated structural steel imports, the Pilbara Ports Authority released January shipment data and Norsk Hydro will offer aluminum solutions for ships under construction for a Norwegian shipowner. Metal prices fluctuate. Key is knowing when […]
Despite recent surge, U.S. steel rebar imports from Turkey plummet in 2019
Steel rebar is a crucial material for its use in construction, which is often cited in surveys of general economic health and activity. Metal prices fluctuate. Key is knowing when and how much to buy with MetalMiner Outlook. Request a free trial. For instance, U.S. construction spending in December reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate […]
Finally, the E.U. is looking at anti-dumping duties on Chinese aluminum
Aluminum extrusions from China are currently subject to anti-dumping duties in the U.S., Canada, Australia and, for a more unique reason of its own, Vietnam, Aluminium Insider reported. Metal prices fluctuate. Key is knowing when and how much to buy with MetalMiner Outlook. Request a free trial. But despite repeated complaints from the industry and […]
This Morning in Metals: Norsk Hydro faces headwinds in weak aluminum market
This morning in metals news, Norsk Hydro unveiled its Q4 and full-year 2019 financial results, Nippon Steel projected a net loss of $4 billion for the recent fiscal year, and President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on steel and aluminum derivatives took effect over the weekend. Metal prices fluctuate. Key is knowing when and how much […]
Week in Review: Copper prices; British Steel roadblock; U.S. auto sales
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look at the week that was and some of the metals storylines here on MetalMiner, including coverage of: copper prices and the coronavirus’ impact; European steel consumption; Jingye’s British Steel takeover bid; U.S. steel production; automotive sales and more. Improve metal purchase timing and mitigate price […]