Metal & Steel News

Colorado steel mill halts rail shipments to BNSF and UP

Spokespeople for CSX and Norfolk Southern declined to say what manufacturers supply their new rail.

Steel Dynamics Sees Lower Q4 2025 Earnings on Weak Prices, Seasonal Demand

The company cited softer steel pricing and lower seasonal shipments.

Global Lead Market Records Surplus as Inventories Decline- ILZSG

Refined lead metal production expanded at a faster pace, rising 1.7% over the same period.

POSCO Expands U.S. Footprint with Stake in Hyundai Steel’s Louisiana Mill

The project carries a total investment value of $5.8 billion, positioning it among the largest overseas steel-sector investments ever made by Korean corporations.

Copper wire theft on the rise in Tucson

Wire theft is happening all across the city, not just in one part of town, TPD explains.

AISI Welcomes Johann Steiner to AISI Board of Directors

Steiner has been with Outokumpu for more than a decade and was named to his current position at Outokumpu in October.

EU Steel Market Eyes 2026 Recovery on CBAM, Trade Measures

Speaking to Platts, Marcegaglia said he remains broadly optimistic about annual steel consumption growth, particularly in the second half of the year as the impact of inventory destocking fades.

Canada Clears $53B Anglo American–Teck Merger to Create Copper Giant

The federal review was completed in just over three months, significantly faster than several recent mining transactions.

EGA Seeks Strategic Equity Partners for Planned Oklahoma Aluminum Smelter

Mitsubishi Corp. is said to be among the companies exploring a possible investment, but negotiations are still at a preliminary phase.

Nippon Steel’s U.S. investments ‘at a crossroads’

Projected to come on line in 2029, the plant is expected to switch its fuel to green hydrogen made with renewable electricity in 2034. 

AKFA Aluminum Solutions Opens First U.S. Manufacturing Plant in Kentucky

The investment positions Kentucky as AKFA Group’s North American gateway, reinforcing Bowling Green’s growing reputation as a competitive destination for global manufacturers.

Goldman Sachs Boosts 2026 Copper Forecast Citing Tariff-Driven Market Risks

Benchmark three-month copper on the London Metal Exchange (LME) was up 1.4% at $11,670 per metric ton by late Monday.

U.S. Raw Steel Output Rises in Mid-December 2025, Says AISI Report

Adjusted year-to-date production through December 13, 2025, reached 85,881,000 net tons, operating at an average capability utilization rate of 76.8%.

Copper prices rise on weaker dollar, ignoring weak China data for now

Adding to worries about China's property sector, developer Vanke made a renewed effort to muster bondholder backing for an onshore debt repayment.

Feds implement new measures to protect Canada’s steel industry

The Government of Canada also published a list of imported steel derivative products that will be subject to a 25 per cent global tariff, effective December 26, 2025.

U.S. Steel Import Permits Fall in October; Finished Steel Imports Rise

Despite this short-term improvement, cumulative volumes remain under pressure.

Idled mill at Novelis plant reveals critical weakness in aluminum supply chain

There's a 50 percent tariff on imported aluminum.

Fortescue To Acquire Remaining Stake In Alta Copper In C$139 Mln Deal

Fortescue to acquire remaining 64% of Alta Copper for C$139 million in a Canadian plan of arrangement, gaining full ownership of Peru’s Cañariaco copper project.

Did Safety Lapse let Steel Worker sue Employer for Head Injury?

As to the second element of the intentional wrong exception, the employee didn’t meet that one either.

Steel company no longer pursuing end to rail service in Steelton

The tracks run along Front Street in Steelton and are a critical link for other companies, including the Dura-Bond Pipe Mill.

Tata Steel Announces Strategic Collaboration with Leading Mining and Metals Company

All proposed initiatives will require thorough due diligence, regulatory clearances, and internal approvals before advancing.

Copper Prices Test Records Again Amid Tight Supply Battle

The latest price surge is directly driven by renewed supply shortage alarms.

JSW Steel USA celebrates seven years in Mingo Junction with community event

Looking ahead to 2026, Jose Torres, senior vice president of operations at JSW Steel USA Mingo Junction, shared plans for growth.

Anglo American and Teck Shareholders Approve $53B Merger to Form Copper Mining Giant

Tuesday’s vote followed Anglo’s decision to withdraw a proposed revision to executive incentive awards after opposition from investors.

Thyssenkrupp warns of deep net loss in 2026 on steel restructuring costs

Adjusted operating profit is expected at 500 million to 900 million euros in 2026, below the 918 million forecast in a company-provided poll.