US SBQ market webinar: Drivers of volatility

Recorded on February 23, 2023

The rising cost of scrap and other steel raw materials is one of the key drivers of price volatility across the steel supply chain. The US SBQ market is no exception – and understanding the variables captured in the SBQ price assessment has never been more important, watch the webinar below to learn more.

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