Slab Imports into the EU Surge Sharply – Stainless Espresso

Feb 26, 2026 | Stainless Espresso

26 February 2026 – Imports of steel and stainless steel slabs by European steelmakers rose by more than 35% in 2025, surpassing even 2019 levels. Base metals continue to develop positively. EU expects the US to lift certain steel and aluminum tariffs....

SMEs Fight Back in Brussels: Thorsten Gerber Confronts the European Parliament with Uncomfortable Truths – Stainless Espresso

Feb 25, 2026 | Stainless Espresso

25 February 2026 – As CEO of the Gerber Group, Thorsten Gerber is not among those entrepreneurs who suffer in silence. He travels to Brussels, and says what many think but do not dare to express. In his assessment, the combination of the CO2 border tax CBAM and...

“Buy Green” Steel Instead of “Buy European” Steel Quotas? – Stainless Espresso

Feb 23, 2026 | Stainless Espresso

23 February 2026 – Is the Commission watering down its “Buy European” steel quota idea in favor of a “Buy Green” approach? That would be a significant setback for EU steel producers. Base metals showing positive signals on Monday. New US...

Germany: More “Location Patriotism” for Steel? – Stainless Espresso

Feb 20, 2026 | Stainless Espresso

20 February 2026 – Germany’s Federal Environment Minister has called on domestic industry to show more “location patriotism” and to increase the use of green steel – conveniently omitting, however, that his steel producers source their...

LME Base Metals Show Friendly Tone – Stainless Espresso

Feb 19, 2026 | Stainless Espresso

19 February 2026 – Base metals on the LME showed a friendly disposition last Wednesday, partly posting slight gains. Sudden irregularity: EU stainless steel producer raises prices – are producers exploiting the situation? Source