How tariffs, economic uncertainty and innovation are shaping the future of US copper production

Read special correspondent Andrea Hotter's coverage from CESCO Week 2025 and learn more about the growing demand for copper

The European pulp and paper (P&P) industry is struggling to assess the possible impact of tariffs. First, US President Donald Trump announced a 10% blanket tariff on all goods imported to the US. Additionally, he announced higher “reciprocal” tariffs with those he deemed worst offenders. This included a 20% tariff on EU goods. He later […]

Read Fastmarkets' monthly battery raw materials market update for April 2025, focusing on raw materials including lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite and more

This article examines trends in CIF aluminium premiums in Mexico and the current dynamics that led to the launch of new references, while highlighting challenges and opportunities in the market to support stakeholders in making strategic decisions in the country

President Trump's recent tariffs, including a 25% levy on imported vehicles, have disrupted the US economy, triggering market turmoil, retaliatory actions and challenges for industries like EVs and battery raw materials. With rising inflation, reduced consumer confidence and a bleak growth outlook, economic pressure continues to mount.

Aurubis CEO says that copper smelting growth is likely but the market needs to avoid overcapacity

Aurubis CEO discusses copper tariff impacts and strategic investments in US and Europe

North American lumber industry struggles with closures, tariffs and post-pandemic demand shift

On Tuesday, April 8, the USDA confirmed a sale of 240,000 tonnes of US corn into Spain for delivery in the 2024-25 marketing year. This left market participants puzzled as they did not expect this sort of trade, given the looming tariff on US corn exported into the EU that will be implemented from next […]