Metals and mining

Market-reflective prices and analysis to help you navigate volatile, opaque markets

Metals and mining market participants like you have been turning to Fastmarkets for help in evaluating opportunities and risks for more than 130 years. Supply chains are constantly moving and metals prices fluctuate while the lasting impact of Covid-19, the war in Ukraine and the pull of decarbonization create uncertainty in the market.

Fastmarkets metals and mining team works with those involved in the buying, selling and trading of metals to deliver truly market-reflective prices and insights to successfully enable global trade.

Combining the commodity intelligence of familiar names like Metal Bulletin, American Metal Market, Scrap Price Bulletin, Industrial Minerals and more, our product breadth and geographic reach remain unmatched.

Talk to our experienced, global team and discover more than 900 prices and news and analysis in primary and secondary metals markets. We cover base metals, industrial minerals, ores and alloys, steel, scrap and steel raw materials.

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Aluminium scrap market news and analysis for aluminium scrap buyers, sellers and traders

Keep up with the movements of aluminium as one of the most-watched metals on the market

The trends and forces driving the cobalt market

Learn more about copper and view copper price charts

Get the latest ferro-chrome price charts and access the latest insights

Ferrous scrap, recycling and the circular economy

Get the latest galvanized steel price charts and access the latest price trends

News, price and analysis of the innovative world of synthetic and natural graphite

Follow the critical developments facing the iron ore market, including iron ore market forecasts and analysis and iron ore price data

How the lithium market is helping shape a greener future

Playing an essential role in building global infrastructure

The latest nickel scrap price trends for the global market

Keep track of the dynamics and volatility in the nickel market

Understand the forces shaping the tube and pipe market today

Get the latest zinc price charts and access our latest zinc price forecasts for the global market

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    Key prices

    • Lithium Lithium carbonate 99.5% Li2CO3 min, battery grade, contract price cif China, Japan & Korea, $/kg (MB-LI-0027)
    • Lithium Spodumene min 6% Li2O, spot price, cif China, $/tonne (MB-LI-0012)
    • Iron ore Iron ore 62% Fe low-alumina fines, cfr Qingdao, $/tonne (MB-IRO-0144)
    • Steel Steel scrap HMS 1&2 (80:20 mix), index, domestic, delivered UAE, dirhams/tonne (MB-STE-0910)
    • Steel Steel scrap HMS 1&2 (80:20 mix) US origin, cfr Turkey, $/tonne (MB-STE-0417)
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    Our global team of over 200 price reporters provides over 900 global metal and mining prices

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    What’s happening in metals and mining today?

    Latest metals and mining news and market analysis

    “Trump Tariffs” will be back in 2025 and commodities markets are bracing for the impact.

    An accident on the major Moselle river earlier this week has led to some steel companies based in Germany and neighbouring countries scrambling for alternative logistical solutions to complete orders and source raw materials, Fastmarkets heard on Wednesday December 11.

    Japan’s government has announced plans to make carbon trading, a system of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions quotas, mandatory for high-emission firms from the 2026 fiscal year, which could have far-reaching consequences for Asian steelmakers, sources told Fastmarkets in the week to Friday November 29.

    There are five major challenges facing China’s green ferro-alloys premiums, multiple sources told Fastmarkets at the 40th International Ferro-alloys Conference held in Istanbul, Turkey, on November 10-12.

    Here are the key takeaways from market participants on US ferrous scrap metal prices, market confidence, inventory and more from our December survey.

    More than 500 delegates turned out on Thursday December 5 to hear an update on the state of the US green steel industry during Fastmarkets’ inaugural ‘going green’ webinar.

    Upcoming events
    Don’t miss these upcoming flagship events, where you can connect, trade and learn the latest strategic insights.

    January 14-16, 2025 | Houston, USA
    Dive into the latest trends, technologies, and market dynamics driving steel production across North America. Don’t miss the chance to connect with clients, competitors, and industry leaders all in one place.

    February 25-26, 2025 | Shanghai, China
    Place yourself at the epicentre of EV excellence and ESS innovation in the BRM industry’s heartland.
    Fastmarkets is returning to Shanghai in 2025, assembling the key opinion leaders, government representatives and innovators impacting the future of China’s battery raw materials supply chain in 2025 and beyond.

    April 07-09, 2025 | Seoul, South Korea
    This unmissable gathering that brings together industry pioneers, thought leaders, and innovators. This conference provides a unique platform to gain insights from top market analysts, pricing trends, and engage in unparalleled networking opportunities. Forge strategic alliances with over 500 key market participants and position yourself at the forefront of the battery raw materials and recycling revolution.

    April 08-10, 2025 | Bangkok, Thailand
    Join hundreds of your ferroalloys colleagues from across Asia – and the world – at the region’s largest trading event for this dynamic industry. Connect with new partners from across the supply chain, reconnect with existing contacts, and negotiate new deals. Fastmarkets experts will give you the detailed pricing insights you need for your contract discussions, including supply and demand dynamics for each of the alloys.

    June 17-19, 2025 | Barcelona, Spain
    The conference welcomes unparalleled number of steelmakers and top-level procurement executives, who are all looking at the pivotal shift in the steel manufacturing sector towards environmental responsibility and carbon neutrality. Join industry leaders, innovators, and peers at this highly anticipated gathering.

    June 23-26, 2025 | Las Vegas, USA
    The global flagship event for the lithium market is back, bringing you the leading experts from across the supply chain for a week of discussions, debate and networking.

    Car, Transportation, Vehicle
    Fastmarkets European Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025

    September, 2025 | Europe
    Secure a front-row seat for expert analysis and insights into the battery raw materials market – from the leaders and innovators shaping the industry.

    Accessories, Gemstone, Jewelry
    International Critical Minerals and Metals Summit: Indonesia

    September, 2025 | Indonesia

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