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The need for rare earth elements circularity
Demand for rare earth elements used in magnets is poised to surge, and recycling could provide additional supply if challenges can be overcome, according to a McKinsey report.
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SDI’s earnings rise quarter on quarter
The recycled-content metals producer netted more than $300 million in this year’s second quarter and says its new aluminum plant is poised to produce.
Cleveland-Cliffs reports $470M Q2 loss
The steelmaking and iron mining firm also lost $483 million in this year’s first quarter and cites a steel slab pricing contract as part of the problem.
Talk of US tariff on copper imports contributes to COMEX volatility
One recycling industry executive says the relative stability of the London Metal Exchange copper price indicates the COMEX price is overvalued.
Tomra: Tariffs causing equipment market uncertainty
The maker of recycling and sorting equipment says tariff uncertainty is postponing the equipment purchasing decisions of some customers.
Tariffs target steel exporters Brazil, Canada and South Korea
As the Trump administration seeks trade deals, it has targeted major steel exporters Brazil, Canada, Mexico and South Korea with looming higher tariff rates.
Algoma EAF is up and running
Canadian steelmaker also says steel made in its electric arc furnace will be branded as Volta products.
Cascades to close packaging site in Niagara Falls, New York
The facility has been operational since 1987 and produces virgin and recycled corrugated medium.
Tariff on copper could be looming
In a televised cabinet meeting, President Trump indicates he favors placing a 50 percent tariff on inbound copper after a trade review is complete.
Copper’s growth story
Since the 1800s, copper consumption has increased significantly, driven by new inventions and a growing population.
Industry looks to strengthen international standards
The message to attendees at May's BIR Recycling Convention was that in the face of tariffs and economic nationalism, recyclers must continue to strengthen specifications and promote recyclables as essential.
