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Explore the key types of contracts shaping the North American and European #steel sheet markets in our upcoming "Steel Strategy: Preparing for 2025 annual contract negotiations in North America & Europe" webinar! Join us on September 10th, 10:00 AM EST / 3:00 PM BST. Aaron Pollock, Josh Spoores, and James Campbell will dive into the strategic advantages and challenges of different contracts, helping you make informed decisions. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gXFfH-33 #SteelSheet #SteelMarket #Webinar

The fibre optic and #telecommunications industries are at a crossroads. With 60% of the workforce nearing retirement and complex environmental regulations slowing project approvals, the need for a skilled, next-gen workforce and streamlined processes has never been more critical. How can we overcome these challenges to support the industry's future growth? Find out in this insight as we share our main takeaways from FiberConnect 2024: https://ow.ly/syVf50TcUUw #WireAndCable #FibreOptics

The latest CRU Power Transition Service scenario paints a hopeful picture of a world where we limit global warming to less than 2°C by 2050. However, such a goal will take significant political will and #decarbonisation efforts. Read our latest insight to learn more about the potential impact on power generation, #emission intensities, and metal demand for #renewableenergy infrastructure: https://ow.ly/stu450TcbLS

CRU China has grown significantly since 2004 and is now our second-largest office, highlighting China's important role in global commodity markets. Over the past 20 years, our team of 50 experts has successfully guided more than 100 clients through the complexities of the metals, mining, and fertilizer industries. As we celebrate CRU China's 20th Anniversary, explore our journey of overcoming challenges and capitalizing on opportunities. Read more in this special feature from the British Chamber of Commerce in China (BritCham China): https://lnkd.in/eTNKuUZb John Johnson | Chaosheng Tang

🌟 Join Me at the CRU Breakfast During LME Week! 🌟 I’m honored to be moderating at the CRU Breakfast during LME Week, where we’ll dive into the forces shaping the future of metals. This is more than just a networking event, it's your opportunity to engage directly with industry experts and gain insights that will define the next era of our industry. I'll be asking the tough questions that will spark game changing discussions! This is a complimentary event with limited venue capacity. Complete the online registration today to secure your place! Register here: https://bit.ly/3SSdajS #LMEWeek #CRUBreakfast #MetalsIndustry #Engage #Innovation #Sustainability #Recycling #FutureOfMetals #CRUGroup #RecycledMetalsUpdate

CRU’s Power Transition Service draws on over 50 years of knowledge and expertise in the metals and energy sectors to offer a comprehensive view of the evolving power mix and its implications for metals and mining companies considering the shift to green energy. Learn how you can stay ahead and meet climate change markets: https://lnkd.in/dpiAxrNP #GreenEnergy #EnergyTransition #PowerTransition

China's recent decision to curb antimony exports from September 15 is set to push prices of this critical metal to new heights. CRU's Chetan Soni predicts that prices could hit $30,000 per metric ton, highlighting the intensifying demand and shrinking supply. This move emphasizes the urgency of the EU’s Critical Raw Materials Act and the need for robust risk-absorbing measures. Explore the implications of these restrictions on global markets and strategic industries in this article from CNN Greece: https://lnkd.in/eh53RwgM

CRU's Dina Yu offers insight into the recent rise in copper prices, attributing it to easing economic fears and tighter market conditions. As inventories decline and recession worries ease, copper shows resilience. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eyPsXTGW

In this article from the Investing News Network, CRU's Principal Analyst, Helen O'Cleary explores the factors that impacted zinc supply and demand in H1 2024. “A large concentrates deficit and falling treatment charges have defined the zinc market in 2024 H1. The main impact of this has been felt by Chinese zinc smelters, many of whom have cut back due to issues with sourcing raw materials and a lack of profitability,” said Helen. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/d2tF7gMy

Check out Iskandar R.'s coverage of CRU's Sustainability Policy Roundup for August, which discusses the various policy outlooks in Asia. ⬇️