Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was with some of the stories here on MetalMiner: Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook Sohrab Darabshaw covered India’s view of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). The oil price has plunged — […]
Category: M&A Activity
China’s Steel Industry Consolidation Takes Another Step Forward
Not before time, China’s steel industry is making some progress towards consolidation. Although both sides deny talks are taking place, a Reuters article details information received from various sources that suggests state-owned China Baowu Steel Group is in talks to take over rival local Anhui province government-controlled Magang Group. Need buying strategies for steel? Request […]
Week in Review: Tata Steel, Chinese Auto Sales and the Oil Price
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: Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook Tata Steel is looking to unify its brand, as it has been a busy year on the […]
This Morning in Metals: Chile’s Cochilco Lowers Average Copper Price Prediction
This morning in metals news, Chilean state copper agency Cochilco again trimmed its average copper price prediction for the year, China’s state-owned aluminum producer Chinalco is looking abroad and oil prices are up for the second straight day. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook Copper Price Prediction Falls […]
Metals M&A Activity Picks Up in Q3 Despite Trade Tensions
PwC last week released a report on Q3 merger and acquisition (M&A) activity, showing an uptick in momentum despite the trade headwinds that continue to swirl around the world (namely, between the U.S. and China). Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook The total value of M&A deals in […]
This Morning in Metals: Brazilian Authorities Question Hydro Over Alunorte Stoppage
This morning in metals news, Brazilian authorities are questioning Norsk Hydro over its decision to halt operations at its Alunorte alumina refinery, the Thyssenkrupp–Tata Steel merger could be subject to merger control regulation and BHP says China’s Belt and Road Initiative could lead to a surge in copper demand. Need buying strategies for steel? Request […]
This Morning in Metals: $80 Oil and Energy Infrastructure Investment
This morning in metals, Shell’s chief executive says $80 oil is good for energy infrastructure investment, China’s Baowu is reportedly in talks to acquire a rival and base metals prices dropped on Tuesday. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook $80 Oil? Shell CEO Says It’s Not Unreasonable In […]
Week in Review: Catalytic Converters, ArcelorMittal’s Ilva Bid and $200B in Tariffs
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was with some of the stories here on MetalMiner: Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook MetalMiner’s Stuart Burns wrote on a subject that is, unfortunately, relevant to owners of automobiles: a rise in […]
ArcelorMittal’s Takeover of Italy’s Ilva Nears Completion
It has been a long, tortuous road, but finally ArcelorMittal’s reported €2 billion purchase of Italy’s Ilva steel plant looks like it is nearing completion. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook The deal was largely contingent, according to a European Commission Press release, on an agreement between unions […]
Week in Review: Iron Ore and Steel, Q2 Metals M&A Activity and Gold
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®: Need buying strategies for steel? Try two free months of MetalMiner’s Outlook MetalMiner’s Stuart Burns delves into the disconnect between the iron ore price and the finished steel price. Global […]
