The future of recycled aluminum: U.S. securing metals and the auto industry’s shift
Recycled aluminum isn’t a possible alternative resource, it’s now at the heart of the metal's economy.
Market: Economics
RMU survey results: The industry remains in a state of uncertainty
September is historically an active contract execution month; but this year the market paused amid uncertainty.
LME Week topics: China's big move and the changing aluminum market
The sustainability push is real, but it comes with a price.
Navigating tough markets ahead
Poor pricing of steel, scrap and other materials weigh on the trading psyche.
Week in Review: Uncertainty ahead for scrap, supply chain disruptions and more
A look at the news highlights as you close out your week.
SMA president discusses EAFs, scrap supply, decarbonization
Tariffs are here to stay, according to the SMA president.
Fed's move to slash interest rates is poised to boost scrap
Net growth in job creation correlates to increased steel consumption, and of course, more scrap demand, as recycled metals serve as the primary feedstock for steel production.
Week in review: An eerie calm, trade protectionism and more
A look at what happened last week to start your day.
Key discussions at the 2024 ReMA Roundtable
ReMA Roundtable: Deal, no deal. If people aren't coming to the Roundtable to execute annual contracts this year, then where has their focus shifted to?
The China tariff revisions and their implications
So, what might work to change the behavior of China? If negotiation would work, unilateral elimination of the Section 301 tariffs would not be a good first step.