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In 2026, industry volatility will test even the most seasoned leaders. Policy shifts, supply chain reconfigurations and the race toward decarbonization are reshaping global commodity markets. For procurement leaders, traders and executives, the stakes are higher than ever.
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Analyze supply and demand trends for base metals, steel and ferrous scrap. Our metals and mining outlooks for 2026 offer price forecasts and analysis on how policy and decarbonization are reshaping the market.
Explore the impact of green steel in Brazil as companies adapt to the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.
Explore the base metals outlook 2026 and learn how market trends are impacting copper, tin, and other metals this year.
Understand the dynamics of Saudi Arabia steel scrap prices with insights on local market conditions and demand fluctuations.
See price forecasts and supply insights for lithium, cobalt and nickel. The battery raw materials market updates for 2026 track the global race for resources and what it means for your business.
Read the key takeaways from a recent conversation on Fast Forward podcast with Vedanta Resources CEO, Deshnee Naidoo, and Andrea Hotter
Get up-to-date analysis on crop, animal protein and biofuels markets. Our outlooks are designed to help you manage price risk and adapt to disruptions in the agriculture market in 2026.
The palm oil market is at a crossroads. As global demand for food, fuel, and other essentials grows, production struggles to keep pace. For years, Indonesia has driven the expansion of palm oil supply, but its recovery is now met by adverse land policy exacerbated by stagnation in Malaysia’s oil palm planted area and declining […]
The 2026 Black Sea Wheat and Corn Outlook highlights a stabilized yet evolving grain market, with Russia and Ukraine adapting to post-conflict logistics, competitive pricing, and strong production despite ongoing regional challenges.
Europe and the UK are spearheading the global shift to renewable fuels with ambitious policies like RED III, RTFO, and ReFuelEU, driving sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) adoption, while trade defenses ensure fair competition and industrial growth in the renewable energy sector.
Explore emissions trading, carbon pricing trends and the impact of decarbonization policies on global markets.
Navigate CBAM’s impact. Download our expert forecast to protect your margins and reshape your strategy for 2026.
The European green steel market, crucial for meeting the EU’s climate goals, faces challenges from high input costs, economic pressures, and trade uncertainties, while transitioning to low-carbon production methods like hydrogen-based steelmaking offers a pathway to near-zero emissions.
The European Commission has confirmed that indirect emissions will not be included for metals products under the upcoming Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), while pre-consumer scrap is to become a standalone CBAM product, EU Commission representative Martin Becker said during the European Roundtable on Climate Change and Sustainable Transition (ERCST) webinar on Thursday October 30.
Understand the drivers for pulp, packaging and wood products. Explore the latest forest products market outlooks for data on sustainability pressures and regional trends shaping supply chains.
Discover how FMCG procurement professionals can tackle packaging price volatility with strategic supplier cost analysis. Learn how tracking packaging prices and understanding supplier costs empowers buyers to secure reliable, cost-effective supply in a rapidly changing market.
During London Pulp Week 2025, industry participants gathered to discuss the pulp market outlook amid challenging conditions. Despite current lows in sentiment and profitability, the consensus was that tighter market conditions and potential supply-side shocks could lead to a more positive outlook for pulp prices as we move into 2026.
Latin America heads into 2026 facing economic and political turbulence, where persistent uncertainty threatens to hold back growth—even as markets adapt. Senior Economist, Rafael Barisauskas explores the implications for commodity markets and what lies ahead for the region. Key takeaways: The Latin American economy is facing significant challenges as 2025 draws to a close, with […]
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