US Census Bureau data released on Wednesday, February 5 shows calendar year 2024 imports were 18% below import totals in the same period of 2023, while calendar year 2024 exports were 31% below comparative 2023 exports. Biodiesel imports experienced quarter-on-quarter declines in each quarter during 2024. Imports were expected to fall as the market began […]

Navigating LME nickel: A cautious optimism amid bearish sentiment

There’s broad agreement that DeepSeek has upended the artificial intelligence (AI) sector by developing a cutting-edge large language model that uses less computational power, but whether improved AI efficiency cuts demand for copper in the data centers used to power it is a matter of debate.

The lithium market in 2025 is expected to face significant challenges due to production cuts, shifting demand patterns and geopolitical tensions. These factors are poised to reshape the market landscape, impacting supply chains and pricing strategies.

Fastmarkets proposes to launch three assessments for primary aluminium premiums in Mexico: a P1020A premium, a low-carbon differential for P1020A and a 6063 extrusion billet premium — all on a CIF basis for the main ports of the country.

US processors crush a new all-time record high of 218 million bushels of soybeans

United States President Donald Trump signed an executive order to implement tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China on Saturday February 1, sparking swift retaliation and sending world trade into uncharted territory.

The publication of Fastmarkets’ manganese ore seaborne indices for Friday January 31 was delayed due to additional analysis of data. Fastmarkets’ pricing database has been updated.

Critical minerals sector braces for policy upheaval under Trump while experts predict market fundamentals and Republican state interests will preserve industry momentum

Access an excerpt of the weekly Fastmarkets Random Lengths Lumber Report, featuring insights into key lumber market movements.