Stainless Steel Slabs: Dramatic Surge in EU Imports – Stainless Espresso

20 January 2026 – EU stainless steel mills significantly increased their imports of stainless steel slabs in 2025. One country of origin in particular stands out with an increase of more than 350%, casting a harsh spotlight on the European Commission’s failed market protection policy. New study: tariffs almost exclusively burden consumers in the countries imposing them. Source