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    As a purchasing manager, you might have learned that it’s prudent to “buy when you can, not when you need to.” This saying is pertinent because once input prices start to rise, finding a source at a reasonable price can be challenging. One way to mitigate your risk of increasing costs is to use a […]

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    The European aluminium industry fretted over the availability of Russian material the last time sanctions were applied in 2018, but with premiums already pushing to near all-time highs following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, it’s clear the market’s reaction is very different this time around.

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    We recognize the importance of being clear about our price assessment and index process. Our independently audited pricing process aligns with core IOSCO principles. Find out how our price reporters and analysts assess and forecast prices in agriculture, forest products and metals

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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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