Global Trade
December 11, 2025
Written by Edward Meir
Jay Powell’s news conference concluded yesterday afternoon, and by and large, the Chair’s remarks were taken positively by the markets.
The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) has filed a notice of appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, challenging the district court’s decision to uphold Oregon’s version of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws that are popping up across the country.
Rio Tinto will exclusively market billet from RevoCast’s new British Columbia plant under a long-term agreement combining primary and recycled aluminum.
The USITC found Chinese van-type trailer imports materially injured the US industry, clearing the way for AD/CVD orders as separate Canada and Mexico cases continue.
Despite the recent attacks in the Gulf, we were surprised to see Saudi shipments have increased substantially. In fact, Saudi oil flows are running at their highest levels since the war began.
Can Art Aluminum Extrusion has purchased BRT Extrusions in Niles, adding five extrusion presses and finishing operations.