Metals events

Fastmarkets’ steel and base metal events provide insights-rich, immersive experiences for current and future market participants to learn, debate and network with the people that matter in their industry

Our events focus on the critical issues of the day whether that is working through the real impact of decarbonization, infrastructure investments and the resultant demand from construction across the globe, or government policy and tariffs affecting trade. Our metals events are designed to keep you informed and give you the best opportunity to network and trade with those shaping and making the steel and base metal markets.

Upcoming events
Don’t miss these upcoming flagship events, where you can connect, trade and learn the latest strategic insights.

January 14-16, 2025 | Houston, USA
Dive into the latest trends, technologies, and market dynamics driving steel production across North America. Don’t miss the chance to connect with clients, competitors, and industry leaders all in one place.

February 25-26, 2025 | Shanghai, China
Place yourself at the epicentre of EV excellence and ESS innovation in the BRM industry’s heartland.
Fastmarkets is returning to Shanghai in 2025, assembling the key opinion leaders, government representatives and innovators impacting the future of China’s battery raw materials supply chain in 2025 and beyond.

April 07-09, 2025 | Seoul, South Korea
This unmissable gathering that brings together industry pioneers, thought leaders, and innovators. This conference provides a unique platform to gain insights from top market analysts, pricing trends, and engage in unparalleled networking opportunities. Forge strategic alliances with over 500 key market participants and position yourself at the forefront of the battery raw materials and recycling revolution.

June 23-26, 2025 | Las Vegas, USA
The global flagship event for the lithium market is back, bringing you the leading experts from across the supply chain for a week of discussions, debate and networking.

Car, Transportation, Vehicle
Fastmarkets European Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025

September, 2025 | Europe
Secure a front-row seat for expert analysis and insights into the battery raw materials market – from the leaders and innovators shaping the industry.

Accessories, Gemstone, Jewelry
International Critical Minerals and Metals Summit: Indonesia

September, 2025 | Indonesia

Get ready for the next conference with our latest industry insights

An accident on the major Moselle river earlier this week has led to some steel companies based in Germany and neighbouring countries scrambling for alternative logistical solutions to complete orders and source raw materials, Fastmarkets heard on Wednesday December 11.

The proposal follows market feedback and data collected by Fastmarkets, which suggested that the price assessment is not a major price benchmark or key reference for market participants. Specifically, Fastmarkets is proposing to discontinue:MB-STE-0164 Steel wire rod (mesh quality) domestic, ex-whs Eastern China, yuan/tonneQuality: Q235B, diameter 6.5-10mmQuantity: 40-1,000 tonnesLocation: Ex-warehouse ShanghaiTiming: SpotUnit: RMB/tonnePayment terms: Prompt […]

Japan’s government has announced plans to make carbon trading, a system of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions quotas, mandatory for high-emission firms from the 2026 fiscal year, which could have far-reaching consequences for Asian steelmakers, sources told Fastmarkets in the week to Friday November 29.

Fastmarkets combines the commodity intelligence of these familiar names:

Metal Bulletin • American Metal Market • Scrap Price Bulletin • Industrial Minerals • RISI • FOEX • The Jacobsen • Agricensus • Palm Oil Analytics • Random Lengths • FastMarkets and more