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Trump’s first 100 days in his second term have reignited debates over the impact of tariffs on the US steel industry. While the administration claims tariffs protect American jobs and boost the economy, experts point to rising costs and uncertainties affecting businesses. From higher steel prices to strained trade relations, the effects are already being felt, leaving many questioning the future of US steel and related markets.
Market uncertainty has risen sharply following the introduction of Chinese export controls on products made from seven heavy rare earth elements, including gadolinium, on April 4. Fastmarkets has launched a new high-purity gadolinium oxide price in Europe – gadolinium oxide 99.99%- 99.999%, ex-warehouse Rotterdam, $/kg – to provide much needed transparency to a supply chain […]
China’s shipbuilding sector remains strong despite proposed US tariffs, leading the industry for the 15th consecutive year in 2024 with 55.7% of global completions and 74.1% of new orders. Chinese shipyards benefit from low labor costs, efficient supply chains and competitive steel prices, offering vessels at significantly lower costs than US equivalents. High demand for materials and next-gen vessels further reinforces China’s dominance in global shipbuilding.
The latest updates (Mar25) in the global carbon markets highlight significant strides in nature-based and innovative carbon removal projects. From Koko securing MIGA insurance in a potential boon to future CORSIA supply, Arup’s £1 million investment in UK rewilding efforts to Airbus testing sustainable aviation fuel demand.
An interview with Terry Webber, vice president of industry affairs at AF&PA on product recyclability, forest management and legislation
An interview with Laurent Sellier, CEO of Smurfit Kappa The Americas on changing packaging consumer behaviors and the key to preparedness for 2024
An interview with Joachim Klein, managing director at StepChange Consulting on containerboard demand, opportunities in M&As and talent acquisition
As copper prices reach record highs and analysts warn of ‘unsustainable deficits’, we explore the key trends shaping the copper market
Global oversupply has brought new challenges to the packaging market, but growth is on the horizon for containerboard, boxboard, graph and kraft paper
This report delivers an in-depth analysis of the supply chain challenges and costs that buyers face in the EMEA corn market. We explore critical factors affecting corn supply chain efficiency
According to our survey of the US steel market, almost half of respondents believe it will take more than 18 months for a green steel premium to be collected in the US – here we explore the factors that could influence the speed of adoption
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The definitive podcast for the critical minerals and battery raw materials markets. From uncovering market secrets to predicting future trends using Fastmarkets forecasting data, we’ve got you covered.
In Hotter Commodities, special correspondent Andrea Hotter cuts to the chase on the biggest stories impacting the natural resources sector, what it means for the markets, the key risks and opportunities.
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