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US scrap trends outlook: September 2025

Here are the key takeaways from market participants on US ferrous scrap metal prices, market confidence, inventory and more from our September survey.

September 3, 2025
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By the Fastmarkets team

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Relaunch of White #1 and White #2 recovered paper, FOB Brazil

The two prices were discontinued in 2022 due to a lack of activity and sources in this market. After a consultation period, from August 4 to September 1, Fastmarkets has decided to relaunch these two white recovered paper markets. The relaunch aims to strengthen Fastmarkets’ coverage of the tissue jumbo rolls market in Brazil, given […]

September 2, 2025
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By Fastmarkets pricing team

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Proposal to discontinue US Midwest ferrous scrap No1 busheling index

This proposal follows the transition of the settlement of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange No1 busheling contract to Fastmarkets’ assessment of the Chicago No1 busheling price on December 16, 2024. The index has remained active in the interim to support existing contracts that are settled against that calculated number. The specifications for the affected index are […]

September 2, 2025
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By Fastmarkets pricing team

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Global cash markets: Wheat and corn fall, soybean slows

Fastmarkets’ weekly recap of the main movements in global cash markets. Global wheat prices drop on lackluster demand and Chinese soybean buying falters.

September 2, 2025
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By the Fastmarkets team

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Correction to crush margin US soy on May 1-August 14, 2025

The list of incorrect and corrected prices for AG-SYB-0082 Crush Margin US Soy M1 c$/bu can be found here. Fastmarkets’ pricing database has been updated to reflect this change. These prices are part of the Fastmarkets Grains and Oils, Fats and Biofuels packages. For more information or to provide feedback on this correction notice or if you would like […]

September 2, 2025
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By Fastmarkets pricing team

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Proposal to launch pulp-grade SPF logs British Columbia Interior price assessment

Fastmarkets proposes to launch a new quarterly price assessment for pulp-grade spruce-pine-fir (SPF) logs, delivered to pulp mills in the Canadian province of British Columbia’s Interior sub-region.

September 2, 2025
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By William Perritt

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Correction to Corn FOB Argentina premium, c$/bu on August 28 and 29: pricing notice

The M1 AG-CRN-0070 Corn FOB Argentina Premium c$/bu was published incorrectly as: August 28: 93 cents per bushelAugust 29: 93 cents per bushel It has been corrected to: August 28: 118 cents per bushelAugust 29: 116 cents per bushel The M1 AG-CRN-0069 Corn FOB Argentina $/mt was published incorrectly as: August 28: 188 per tonneAugust 29: 192.25 per tonne […]

September 2, 2025
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By Fastmarkets pricing team

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Amendment to Soyoil cfr India $/mt: pricing notice

Fastmarkets has added these assessments in response to customer demand for more information along the forward curve. AG-SYB-0032: Soyoil cfr India $/mtQuality: 1% FFA max 1.25%, 0.1% max moistureQuantity: 10,000-20,000 tonnesLocation: CFR, West Coast IndiaTiming: Shipment is the next loading month from the assessment day for the first 15 days of the month, with the […]

September 1, 2025
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By Fastmarkets pricing team

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Extension of the consultation period to amend Fastmarkets’ iron ore 62% Fe fines, fot Qingdao: pricing notice [corrected]

Fastmarkets proposes to amend the specifications of its iron ore 62% Fe fines, fot Qingdao indices to align with the specifications for mid-grade sinter fines in China’s portside market.

September 1, 2025
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By Fastmarkets pricing team

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Delayed publication of aluminium primary foundry alloy premiums

The following prices were affected: MB-AL-0349 Aluminium primary foundry alloy silicon 7 ingot, annual premium, cif MJP, $ per tonne MB-AL-0348 Aluminium primary foundry alloy silicon 7 ingot annual premium, cif main South Korean ports, $ per tonne These prices are part of the Fastmarkets base metals price package. For more information, or to provide […]

September 1, 2025
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Base metals face supply strains, carbon costs and tariff headwinds: LME Week 2025

LME Week 2025 arrives amid supply disruptions, evolving carbon policies and tariff tensions that continue to reshape the copper, aluminium and zinc markets.

October 10, 2025

By: Felix Njini

View from above of the pit of an open-pit copper mine in Chile

Repeated copper output cuts at Teck heighten global supply pressures

Teck Resources has again reduced its copper output forecasts through 2028 as production challenges persist at its Quebrada Blanca mine in Chile, reflecting a broader slowdown across the global copper industry. The company’s revised targets underline tightening supply conditions for the red metal.

October 10, 2025

By: Felix Njini

UAE’s IRH Trading plans to build copper book to 1 mln tonnes by 2030

Abu Dhabi’s IRH Trading is accelerating its copper trading expansion, targeting 1 million tonnes per year by 2030. Backed by strategic mining assets in Africa and sovereign capital, the company aims to strengthen its global presence in metals trading while fostering long-term partnerships.

October 10, 2025

By: Felix Njini

ITC and Global Battery Alliance collaborate on battery certification with backing from major producers

The International Trade Centre and Global Battery Alliance have partnered to advance digital infrastructure and develop frameworks for battery passport certification. The initiative supports global standards for sustainability, transparency and traceability across the battery value chain.

October 10, 2025

By: Grace Asenov

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