U-Turn on Copper Tariffs Impacts U.S. Supply Chains
The latest copper tariffs represent a dramatic shift from previous policies, but the market is nonetheless working to improve supply security.| MetalMiner
Resource security when it comes to rare earth magnets is something the modern-day world has been desperately trying to get right. This is primarily due to rare earths’ increasing importance in electronics, defense, vehicles, and much more. For years, countries have been seeking ways to secure access to these vital resources. However, 90% of the […]| MetalMiner
The copper market recently experienced a significant development that could have big implications for global supply. Metals and mining multinational Anglo American has finalized an agreement with National Copper Corporation of Chile (Codelco) to merge operations at their respective Los Bronces and Andina copper mines, putting them among the top 5 largest sites in the […]| MetalMiner
The Aluminum Monthly Metals Index (MMI) remained sideways with an upside bias, rising 0.56% from August to September. Meanwhile, the global price of aluminum reached highs not seen since the beginning of the year. Track other MetalMiner monthly indexes here, and compare how the overall industrial metal market is performing. Worried about the fluctuating price […]| MetalMiner
The latest copper tariffs represent a dramatic shift from previous policies, but the market is nonetheless working to improve supply security.| MetalMiner
U.S. construction industry woes continue as tariffs and Fed interest rates cause chaos. Although flat for June, the index will see higher prices soon.| MetalMiner
The global copper market faces a lot of changes, with both China and India making big moves to establish a hold ahead of the energy transition.| MetalMiner
Aluminum prices slowed their ascent this month, but the Midwest Premium found a brand new high. What does this mean for the short term outlook?| MetalMiner
Though nickel prices and demand slumped, U.S. mills secured significant price hikes for most forms of stainless steel. The question is, will they hold?| MetalMiner
The U.S. automotive manufacturing sector recently got a shock from Trump's new copper tariffs. They come at a bad time, but there are solutions.| MetalMiner
The price of copper is again flirting with all-time highs. MetalMiner explores the primary drivers affecting the fluctuating global prices.| MetalMiner
A long-awaited trade deal on rare earths may ease tensions among U.S. manufacturers, but China reserves the right to shake things up.| MetalMiner
Though stainless steel continued to move sideways, nickel prices maintained their upward trajectory, complicating the forecasting process.| MetalMiner
Tariffs have had mixed effects on stainless steel so far, as have nickel prices. However, some firms hold out hope for a strong Q1.| MetalMiner
Many insiders anticipate a surge in aluminum prices due to recent moves by China and a variety of other factors set to go into motion soon.| MetalMiner
Precious metals prices experienced quite a ride from October to November, with debates raging as to where they might head next.| MetalMiner
Good construction news has been hard to come by recently, but the latest Fed rate cuts have had a positive impact on the industry so far.| MetalMiner
