
Johnson: For those hoarding copper, this is why we hedge
To hedge or not to hedge, that is the question.
To hedge or not to hedge, that is the question.
August is just a few days away, and, despite the typical summer slowdown in the recycled metals market, there is plenty to watch in the coming week.
Market insights reveal anticipated $20/gt increase as mills and traders navigate limited scrap generation.
Flatbed spot rates are still down 26% from their Q2 2022 peak. Have we found a bottom? Could rates go lower?
One of the positive things about the market we are seeing are firm prices on export and relatively high pig iron prices as compared to the forecasted price of domestic scrap.
Scrap metal markets face dynamic shifts: Aluminum steady, copper surging, steel struggling.
Aluminum prices hold steady amid new industry partnerships and Investments.
In the intricate world of base metals trading, one strategy stands out for its simplicity and effectiveness: cash and carry.
Overselling and underdelivering?
Concerns about securing aluminum and copper scrap supply amidst expanding global recycling capacity