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    • Final decision on open consultation on annual methodology review for North America Timber and Biomass Markets
      Fastmarkets invited feedback from the industry on the pricing methodology for North America Timber and Biomass Markets, which include Log Lines and Woodfiber & Biomass Markets, via an open consultation process between October 30, 2025 and November 6, 2025. This consultation was done as part of our published annual methodology review process. No feedback was […]
      November 25, 2025
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      By Fastmarkets pricing team
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    • Delayed publication of zinc SHG min 99.995% ingot premium, dp fca Antwerp
      Fastmarkets’ pricing database has been updated. The publication of the affected price was delayed for 1 hour and 43 minutes. The following assessment was published late: MB-ZN-0099 Zinc SHG min 99.995% ingot premium, dp fca Antwerp, $/tonne This price is a part of the Fastmarkets base metals package. For more information or to provide feedback on […]
      November 25, 2025
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      By Fastmarkets pricing team
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    • Delayed publication of aluminium P1020A premium, in-whs dp Rotterdam
      Fastmarkets’ pricing database has been updated. The publication of the affected price was delayed for 1 hour and 43 minutes. The following price was affected: MB-AL-0004 Aluminium P1020A premium, in-whs dp Rotterdam, $/tonne This price is a part of the Fastmarkets’ base metals package. For more information or to provide feedback on the delayed publication of […]
      November 25, 2025
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      By Fastmarkets pricing team
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    • Amendment to pricing schedule of European contract pulp assessments
      Fastmarkets is amending its pricing schedule of European contract pulp to better fit with market practices, effective January 2026.
      November 25, 2025
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    • Delayed publication of Taiwan steel scrap: pricing notice
      The publication of Fastmarkets’ MB-STE-0464 steel scrap HMS 1&2 (80:20 mix) US material import, cfr main port Taiwan, price assessment for Tuesday November 25 was delayed because of a reporter error. Fastmarkets’ pricing database has been updated. The following price was affected:MB-STE-0464 – Steel scrap HMS 1&2 (80:20 mix) US material import, cfr main port Taiwan […]
      November 25, 2025
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      By Fastmarkets pricing team
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    • Proposal to amend UAE steel scrap indices: pricing notice
      Fastmarkets proposes to amend the specifications of its UAE steel scrap price indices to better align with industry trends and capture more precise data. Under the proposed amendments, the MB-STE-0910 steel scrap sheared HMS 1&2 (80:20 mix), index, domestic, delivered UAE and the MB-STE-0927 Steel scrap, shredded, index, domestic, delivered UAE will allow data pertaining to material delivered to […]
      November 25, 2025
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      By Fastmarkets pricing team
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      COP30 sparks new climate commitments: a deep dive into NDC 3.0 submissions
      During the lead up to COP30 in Belem, Brazil, 29 new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) were submitted, covering over 45% of global emissions. Key updates from China, Indonesia, and Türkiye reveal mixed progress toward 2035 climate goals, with varying alignment to IPCC's 1.5°C pathway.
      November 25, 2025
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      By Grace Yatian Lu, Nicola De Sanctis
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    • Despite growing consensus on need for permanent closures, no one steps in to catch the falling knife during London Pulp Week
      During London Pulp Week 2025, industry participants gathered to discuss the pulp market outlook amid challenging conditions. Despite current lows in sentiment and profitability, the consensus was that tighter market conditions and potential supply-side shocks could lead to a more positive outlook for pulp prices as we move into 2026.
      November 25, 2025
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      By Patrick Cavanagh
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    • Tape, Food, Produce
      Veg oils price commentary: Futures drop across markets
      Vegoils futures dropped across markets and regions, with Malaysian crude palm oil (CPO) futures hitting a four-month low while Chicago soyoil futures fell, pressured by lower crude oil prices and expectations around US biofuel policies.
      November 24, 2025
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      By the Fastmarkets team
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    • Five key takeaways from the Global Grain Geneva 2025 Conference
      The Global Grain Geneva 2025 Conference highlighted an industry navigating a "new normal" of uncertainty, where geopolitical upheavals, climate challenges, and sustainability demands are reshaping grain markets, supply chains, and risk strategies.
      November 24, 2025
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      By Joao Morciani
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    Top stories across markets
    US corn futures rise on strong export sales

    US corn futures moved higher on Friday November 28, reflecting strong export sales and private export sales reported by the USDA.

    December 3, 2025
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    By: the Fastmarkets team
    Lumber, Wood, Plant
    SYP futures: Seven essential insights on hedging lumber risk

    Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) is moving to the beat of its own drum. While lumber markets have historically moved in tandem, recent data shows SYP prices are decoupling from other species like Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF). In a post-pandemic market, the correlation between SYP and SPF has plummeted from over 80% to nearly zero. This fundamental shift underscores the growing need for a dedicated hedging tool for the world’s fastest-growing lumber market.

    December 3, 2025
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    By: the Fastmarkets team
    CBAM regulation report: navigating the EU’s new carbon border rules for metals

    Navigate CBAM’s impact. Download our expert forecast to protect your margins and reshape your strategy for 2026.

    December 3, 2025
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    By: the Fastmarkets team
    Soybean price commentary: Futures extend gains on signs of stronger export demand

    Soybean futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) rose on Friday November 28 in a holiday-shortened session due to Thanksgiving.

    December 1, 2025
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    By: Fastmarket team
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