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?...

Are Export Restrictions on Scrap Really Justified? – Stainless Espresso

Sep 2, 2025 | Stainless Espresso

2 September 2025 – For some time now, European steel producers have been pushing for an export ban on steel scrap. The domestic recycling industry, however, is strongly opposed. So far, the EU has tended to side with the steelmakers – even though the...

Nickel Prices Rise on LME and SHFE – Stainless Espresso

Sep 1, 2025 | Stainless Espresso

1 September 2025 – Nickel prices on the European commodity exchange LME rose sharply in the last week of August compared to the previous week. Prices on the SHFE are also moving upward. Meanwhile, thyssenkrupp is pushing for a weakening of the EU Emissions...