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Is the Russian Aluminum Giant Rusal Off the Hook?

Reading like Tolstoy’s “War and Peace,” an epic article in The New York Times explores the background and history of Oleg Deripaska’s battle to initially gain acceptance in the West and, later, to save his companies — notably Rusal and its holding company En+ — from potentially bankrupting U.S. sanctions. Buying Aluminum in 2019? Download […]

Raw Steels MMI: Domestic Steel Prices Show Slowing Momentum

The Raw Steels Monthly Metals Index (MMI) decreased this month, dropping two points for an MMI reading of 87 points. The Raw Steels MMI had held at 89 points since August. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook Domestic steel prices have showed slowing momentum since June 2018. Domestic […]

Renewables MMI: Advocacy Group Shines Light on State of DRC Cobalt Mines

The Renewables Monthly Metals Index (MMI) fell two points this month, down to a November MMI reading of 101.Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook Cobalt Mining According to the head of commodities trader Trafigura, unregulated cobalt mining cannot be “wished away,” the Financial Times reported last month.In 2017, nearly […]

First Indian Steel Conclave Touts Indian Steel Sector’s Progress

It was the first edition of its kind, but it attracted quite an audience. The International Steel Conclave, organized by the Indian Steel Association and Messe Frankfurt India, was held in the Indian capital of New Delhi on Oct. 25. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook Using the […]

General Motors Reports 3Q Income of $3.5B

Automaker General Motors shared news of a strong third quarter Wednesday when the company released its third-quarter financial results. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook “Our third-quarter performance demonstrates our determination to manage risks and deliver strong business results while continuing to advance the future of mobility,” Chairman […]

Global Copper Mine Production Up 4.5% Through First Seven Months

According to an International Copper Study Group (ICSG) report released earlier this month, global copper production through the first seven months of the year was up 4.5% compared with the first seven months of 2017. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook By volume, copper production increased by 500,000 […]

From Spitfires to Watches: REC Looks to Use Metal from Fighter Plane in Watches

Yes, yes, I know this has nothing to do with metal prices or trading fundamentals — but in my defense I will say it covers two of my passions (so just get over it, will you). Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook ThomasNet occasionally puts out some great […]

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 […]

India’s Gold Buying Season Not Looking as Shiny

Festival season in India normally means one thing: a rush to buy gold. Outside of China, India sees the most amount of gold buying when Indians are, well, happy or enjoying a moment — be it a party, a wedding or a festival. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s […]

DOC Issues Preliminary Determination in CVD Investigation of Chinese Steel Propane Cylinders

The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) earlier this week issued an affirmative preliminary determination in its countervailing duty investigation of imports of steel propane cylinders from China. Need buying strategies for steel? Request your two-month free trial of MetalMiner’s Outlook The DOC determined Chinese exporters of steel propane cylinders received countervailable subsidies ranging from 42.77% […]

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