EU Slab Imports Facing Trade Defense Action? – Stainless Espresso

Sep 9, 2025 | Stainless Espresso

9 September 2025 – For years, EU steelmakers have been importing substantial volumes of steel slabs, including from Russia. Now, German steel giant thyssenkrupp has called on the German government and the European Union to take measures against this practice....

Expansion of US Section 232 Tariffs: Did the EU Really Know Nothing? – Stainless Espresso

Sep 8, 2025 | Stainless Espresso

8 September 2025 – Last Friday, US aluminum premiums once again recorded an increase to a new all-time high, continuing the upward trend that has persisted for months. Was the European Union really unaware of the extension of Section 232 tariffs on steel and...

US Aluminum Premiums Jump Back Up – Stainless Espresso

Sep 5, 2025 | Stainless Espresso

5 September 2025 – After a brief dip, US Midwest Aluminum Premiums have surged again. Aluminum prices on the LME and SHFE remain stable at high levels. German criticism of Brussels’ quota plans is growing louder. US Aluminum Premiums Jump Back Up After the...

Stainless Steel Demand Continues to Rise at the Start of Peak Season – Stainless Espresso

Sep 4, 2025 | Stainless Espresso

4 September 2025 – Demand for stainless steel in China was already climbing in August. With the start of the peak season, further growth is forecast. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced an industry summit for steel and automotive manufacturers –...

Rumors of an EU Safeguard Successor from January 2026 – Stainless Espresso

Sep 3, 2025 | Stainless Espresso

3 September 2025 – When it comes to excessive demands and spreading rumors, the EU steel lobby is always at the forefront. This time, the discussion centers on a potential successor to the EU Safeguard measure as early as January 2026. But is that even possible?...