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Amendment to titanium dioxide sulfate grade assessment frequency

After a consultation period, Fastmarkets has amended the frequency of its MB-TI-0009 Titanium dioxide pigment, sulfate grade, fob China, price assessment from weekly to fortnightly. The new fortnightly frequency will start on April 3, with the subsequent assessment on April 17. MB-TI-0009 Titanium dioxide pigment, sulfate grade, fob China, $ per tonneQuality: Sulfate gradeQuantity: Min 20 tonnesLocation: fob ChinaTiming: SpotUnit: $ […]

April 2, 2025
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By Jon Stibbs

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Delayed publication of iron ore DR grade pellet premium

The publication of Fastmarkets’ iron ore DR-grade pellet premium, quarterly contract was delayed due to a reporter’s error. Fastmarkets’ pricing database has been updated. The MB-IRO-0077 Iron ore DR-grade pellet premium, quarterly contract was published on Wednesday April 2 – the second working day of the quarter, while usually it is published on the first […]

April 2, 2025
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By Marina Shulga

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Delayed publication of iron ore daily prices: pricing notice

MB-IRO-0008 Iron ore 62% Fe fines, cfr QingdaoMB-IRO-0144 62% Fe low-alumina fines, cfr QingdaoMB-IRO-0009 Iron ore 65% Fe Brazil-origin fines, cfr QingdaoMB-IRO-0017 Iron ore 58% Fe fines high-grade premium index, cfr QingdaoMB-IRO-0015 Iron ore 58% Fe fines, cfr QingdaoMB-IRO-0010 62.5% Fe Australia-origin lump ore premium, cfr QingdaoThese prices are part of the Fastmarkets’ steelmaking raw […]

April 2, 2025
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By Norman Fong

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Launch of four prices for tissue jumbo rolls in Brazil

Fastmarkets has launched four price assessments for tissue jumbo rolls in Brazil on Tuesday April 1.

April 1, 2025
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By Jorge Barbosa

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Resilient growth in US forest carbon markets

The US forestry sector is undergoing a transformation as timberland managers increasingly diversify beyond traditional operations to embrace forest carbon projects, conservation, renewable energy, and carbon capture initiatives.

April 1, 2025
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By Gabriel Reis, Stuart Evans

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Rouen weekly milling wheat exports reach 87,000 tonnes, highest in 2025

French milling wheat exports from the port of Rouen reached their greatest volume in the past 16 weeks, with 87,000 tonnes of milling wheat exported in the week to March 26, according to data released by French port operator Haropa on Thursday, March 27. While the 87,000 tonnes is a relatively large volume of weekly […]

April 1, 2025
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By Sam Balf

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US-China trade war: what’s next for Asia’s ferro-alloys sector? | Part 2

In the second of a two-part series, Fastmarkets looks at opportunities for the Asia ferro-alloys sector that could result from US-China trade tensions or against a backdrop of greater trade protection, ahead of the Asia Ferroalloys 2025 Conference

April 1, 2025
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By Tina Tong, Jessica Long, the Fastmarkets team

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US-China trade war: what’s next for Asia’s ferro-alloys sector? | Part 1

As US-China trade tensions intensify, Fastmarkets outlines the key challenges and opportunities for the Asian ferro-alloys sector ahead of the Asia Ferroalloys 2025 Conference.

April 1, 2025
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By Tina Tong, Jessica Long, the Fastmarkets team

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US policy analysis: Order to increase US mineral production

The 2025 executive order on U.S. mineral production is a major step toward strengthening domestic supply chains and national security. By boosting domestic mineral production, it aims to reduce reliance on imports and ensure a secure future for critical industries. This order will shape the future of U.S. mining and its role in global markets.

April 1, 2025
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By Amy Bennett

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Trump’s order to boost critical mineral production draws praise and some concerns

The United States is taking steps to strengthen its critical mineral supply. This move focuses on boosting domestic production, improving supply chains, and addressing regulatory challenges. These efforts aim to enhance economic growth and reinforce national security.

April 1, 2025
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By Grace Asenov

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Greenergy to permanently close Immingham biofuels plant

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Copper rattled by tariffs, clarity yet to come | Hotter Commodities

The global copper market has finally received the widely anticipated news that imports to the US will be tariffed from August 1. The finer details of the tariffs, including their scope, and whether key copper-exporting nations like Chile, Canada and Peru will be exempt, remain unclear.

July 10, 2025

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LME copper slides on Trump 50% tariff threat

LME copper prices took a significant hit following US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a potential 50% tariff on copper imports. The uncertainty surrounding the timeline and implementation of the tariff has left market participants hesitant, with analysts noting its immediate impact on price momentum and trading activity.

July 10, 2025

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