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    • Delay to base metal rand fixing prices
      A second pricing notice will follow when the pricing database has been updated.  The following prices have been affected by this:MB-AL-0256 Aluminium fixing price for LME trade, rand/tonne MB-CU-0338 Copper fixing price for LME trade, rand/tonne MB-PB-0064 Lead fixing price for LME trade, rand/tonne MB-NI-0093 Nickel fixing price for LME trade, rand/tonne MB-SN-0005 Tin rand fixing price for LME trade, […]
      March 13, 2025
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    • Steel, Aluminium, Blade
      Tariff uncertainty stuns US aluminium spot market
      The US aluminium market faces growing instability as ongoing tariff adjustments take a toll on cross-border trade with Canada. This article examines how uncertain policies are driving pricing risks, creating volatility in premiums, and forcing industry players to pause transactions.
      March 13, 2025
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      By Yasemin Esmen
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    • Section 232 steel tariffs
      How Section 232 steel tariffs are reshaping the US supply chain and manufacturing industry
      The expansion of Section 232 steel tariffs is creating ripples across the US supply chain, affecting industries far and wide. From the escalating cost of raw materials to shifts in demand and production strategies, businesses are adjusting to the new realities of a tariff-driven market.
      March 13, 2025
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      By Dan Hilliard
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      US steel tariffs: What we know, what’s at stake, and why it matters
      US steel tariffs have sparked strong reactions, reshaping global trade and leaving the steel market in flux. This article explores the key impacts of these tariffs on market trends, industry players, and trade policies. From policy goals to resulting uncertainties, gain insight into how these measures are influencing the future of steel and global markets.
      March 13, 2025
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      By the Fastmarkets team
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    • Open consultation on annual methodology review for PIX Paper Price Indices
      This consultation, which is open until April 10, 2025 seeks to ensure that our methodologies continue to reflect the physical market under indexation, in compliance with the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) principles for Price Reporting Agencies (PRAs). This includes all elements of our pricing process, our price specifications and publication frequency. You can […]
      March 13, 2025
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      By Fastmarkets FOEX
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    • Glencore calls for EU action to bridge gaps in critical minerals recycling
      As demand for critical minerals rises, Glencore points to gaps in EU recycling infrastructure while using coal revenues to fund its transition strategy. During an industry event in London, the company's sustainability head outlined practical barriers to mineral recycling even as questions persist about its own transition timeline.
      March 13, 2025
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      By Julienne Raboca
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    • Publication of Fastmarkets’ Steel scrap No1 busheling, delivered mill Chicago assessment on Wednesday March 12
      This price is part of the Fastmarkets Scrap package. For more information on our North America Ferrous Scrap methodology and specifications please click here. To get in touch about access to this price assessment, please contact customer.success@fastmarkets.com.
      March 12, 2025
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      By Amy Hinton
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    • Electronics, Speaker, Car
      Major decarbonization challenges ahead after Europe weakens emissions targets, experts say
      Significant challenges lie ahead for Europe and its plans to decarbonize transport, industry experts have told Fastmarkets following the European Commission’s recent decision to relax emissions standards for domestic automakers.
      March 12, 2025
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      By Alexandra Chapman
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    • Open consultation on IOSCO-audited steel scrap price assessments, indices
      The consultation, which is open until Monday April 14, seeks to ensure that our audited methodologies and price specifications continue to reflect the physical markets for steel scrap, in compliance with the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) principles for Price Reporting Agencies (PRAs). This includes all elements of our pricing process, our price specifications […]
      March 12, 2025
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      By Ross Yeo
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    • Open consultation on IOSCO-audited secondary aluminium price assessments
      The consultation, which is open until Monday April 14, seeks to ensure that our audited methodologies and price specifications continue to reflect the physical markets for secondary aluminium, in compliance with the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) principles for Price Reporting Agencies (PRAs). This includes all elements of our pricing process, our price specifications […]
      March 12, 2025
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      By Ross Yeo
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    Brazil announces increase of biodiesel blend to 15% from August 1

    The Brazilian National Energy Policy Council (CNPE) will increase the country’s biodiesel mandate to 15% starting on August 1, from the current blend of 14%, the council announced on Wednesday June 25. It will also increased the percentage of anhydrous ethanol in gasoline from 27% to 30%, also starting from August 1.

    June 30, 2025
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    By: Leticia Pakulski
    Grass, Plant, Vegetation
    Global wheat price commentary: US, European futures advance for first time in six sessions

    US and European wheat futures advanced for the first time in six sessions on Friday June 27 while market participants speculated that this week’s price declines were steeper than justified by market fundamentals and after China and the US confirmed that they reached a trade agreement.

    June 30, 2025
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    By: Fastmarket team
    Mining in Kolwezi, DRC
    ‘Probably miscalculated’ assumptions at Kakula mine force Ivanhoe to overhaul entire Kamoa-Kakula complex: CEO

    ‘Probably miscalculated’ assumptions at Kakula mine force Ivanhoe to overhaul entire Kamoa-Kakula complex, explains CEO Marna Cloete.

    June 27, 2025
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    By: the Fastmarkets team
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    SAF in 2025: pioneering EU and UK aviation fuel mandates

    Discover the key insights, forecasts, and industry dynamics shaping the future of aviation fuel and learn how these mandates will impact the global landscape.

    June 27, 2025
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    By: Tom Hughes
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