Ores and alloys

Ores and alloys are critical for producing the metal that builds our communities

Global metal markets are undergoing a significant transformation as sustainability becomes a key focus. The increasing emphasis on higher-grade ores and renewable alloys signifies a shift towards resource efficiency and recycling practices. In this evolving landscape, staying informed is crucial to making informed decisions and staying ahead in the market.

Our dedicated team of experts specializing in ores and alloys is at the forefront of tracking and analyzing the latest developments, price trends, forecasts and insightful analysis. You’ll get comprehensive coverage of commodities including iron ore prices, ferro-chrome, ferro-manganese, ferro-silicon and pig iron prices.

Understanding the significance of these commodities in the global market is paramount. Iron ore, being a major component in steel production, plays a pivotal role in various industries worldwide. Similarly, ferro-alloys like ferro-chrome, ferro-manganese, pig iron and ferro-silicon are essential elements in steelmaking.

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What’s happening in the ores and alloys markets?

Read the latest ores and alloys news and market analysis

China’s ferro-alloy industry continues to track toward sustainable development, focusing on decarbonization as a foundation and utilizing renewable energy and advanced technologies to reduce electricity consumption, waste gas and slag.

Prices for seaborne high-grade manganese ore have plunged in October 2024, with producers announcing cuts to production and exports amid poor levels of purchasing in China But the most recent price drop was merely the latest dramatic move in a period of increased volatility, following the suspension of operations at South32’s Groote Eylandt Mining Co […]

As we approach the end of the first quarter after the termination of the quarterly European ferro-chrome benchmark, Fastmarkets looks at what has happened since the benchmark ended – and what could happen next.

Chinese domestic authorities are in discussions to implement tighter targets on crude steel production across the country, in a bid to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, Fastmarkets understands

The death knell sounded on Monday May 20 for the quarterly European ferro-chrome benchmark, bringing with it the end of a long-running, divisive, often disputed, yet highly influential and important pricing mechanism

European ferro-chrome market faces uncertainty after discontinuation of quarterly benchmark pricing system

Ores and alloys prices

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