Healthy construction demand and increased activity from the auto sector are likely to push up northern European prices for hot rolled coil in January and into February, following decreases from the previous month, sources stated. Mills are now transacting material at around €900-920 ($1,020-1,045) per metric ton exw, down from previous transactions €980-1,000 ($1,110-1,135) heard […]
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China steel production drops with pollution curbs
The Chinese National Bureau of Statistics has reported that China’s crude steel output fell by 3% to 1.03 billion tons in 2021a. This marks its lowest level since 2016. China remains the largest steel-producing country in the world. The production downturn brought on by curbs imposed to fight pollution, and a drop in steel prices […]
Week in Review: Steel prices decline; inflation’s impact on metals; US stainless steel output forecast to rise 16%
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 declining steel prices, a look at inflation’s impact on metals and much more: All the metals intelligence you need in one user-friendly platform with unlimited usage. Request a MetalMiner […]
This Morning in Metals: US import prices rise 0.7% in November
This morning in metals news: U.S. import prices gained in November; meanwhile, U.S. construction starts surged in November; and, lastly, the Energy Information Administration forecasts record monthly natural gas production in 2022. Better time your metal market purchases with the MetalMiner Insights platform. Request a demo. Import prices rise 0.7% According to the Bureau of […]
This Morning in Metals: OPEC meets as oil prices retreat
This morning in metals news: OPEC held its 23rd ministerial meeting today amid falling oil prices; meanwhile, the United States International Trade Commission issued a ruling on import relief for the domestic crystalline silicon photovoltaic cell sector; and, lastly, the trade ministers of the U.S., Japan and the E.U. convened this week. Want more from […]
This Morning in Metals: Construction to begin Q2 2022 for Norsk Hydro aluminum recycling plant in Michigan
This morning in metals news: Norsk Hydro plans to begin construction on its new aluminum recycling plant in Cassopolis, Michigan, in Q2 2022; meanwhile, U.S. utilities are spending more on electricity delivery; and, lastly, the United States International Trade Commission recently voted to continue investigations regarding imports of oil country tubular goods from Argentina, Mexico, […]
Week in Review: Stainless steel base prices rise; Biden signs infrastructure bill; European Commission slaps duties on stainless steel from India, Indonesia
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was and the metals storylines here on MetalMiner: Each month, MetalMiner hosts a webinar on a specific metals topic. The next webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 8, during which the MetalMiner team will discuss price predictions for 2022. To […]
This Morning in Metals: European Commission slaps duties on stainless steel products from India, Indonesia
This morning in metals news: the European Commission this week announced anti-dumping duties for stainless steel cold-rolled flat products from India and Indonesia; the Energy Information Administration forecast crude oil prices will decline in 2022; and, lastly, U.S. housing starts declined in October. Stay up to date on MetalMiner with weekly updates – without the […]
This Morning in Metals: Merchants Fleet expands BrightDrop EV order to 18,000
This morning in metals news: Merchants Fleet will expand its purchases of BrightDrop electric vehicles to 18,000; meanwhile, the Producer Price Index for metals and metal products increased in October; and, finally, the United States International Trade Commission issued a vote on freight rail coupler systems from China. You want more MetalMiner on your terms. […]
Inflation and tariffs — what’s the connection?
Inflation is currently a hot topic on Wall Street and in Washington. For many, it’s a much more immediate issue than other major issues, like the impact of climate change. A recent Financial Times post in the paper’s Trade Secrets newsletter posed a somewhat controversial but not inappropriate question: could removing tariffs be the answer […]
