March 11, 2025

Trump walks back 50% Canada tariff threat, downplays recession

Trump earlier Tuesday had suggested he would double the metal tariffs for Canada in retaliation for Ontario imposing a 25% surcharge on electricity sent to US states.

March 11, 2025

Aluminum premiums for US buyers hit record after Trump doubles tariffs

Canadian smelters account for most primary and alloyed aluminum shipped to the United States.

March 11, 2025

Trump cuts aluminum, steel tariffs back to 25%

Ontario halted energy tariffs after Trump threatens to double steel and aluminum tariffs.

March 11, 2025

Tariff turmoil leaves US factories paying more for metal than overseas rivals

American manufacturers are paying much higher prices for aluminum, steel and copper than rival plants overseas.

March 6, 2025

US delays Canada, Mexico tariffs

The announcement comes a day after Trump gave a 30-day tariff reprieve to the big three automakers.

March 6, 2025

Ma’aden’s full-year net profit jumps 82%

Ma'aden is a key pillar in Saudi Arabia's plan to diversify its economy away from hydrocarbons.

March 6, 2025

Opinion: US-Canada minerals cooperation more important than ever

Writing about US-Canada cooperation today may seem wishful, as the two allies are mired in a damaging trade war.

March 5, 2025

India’s small exporters seek import duty cuts to counter US steel, aluminum tariffs

The 25% US tariffs on steel and aluminum imports have raised Indian exporters' concerns about declining orders and rising costs.

March 5, 2025

Trump’s tariffs drive US physical market aluminum premiums to record high

US Midwest aluminum premium is up 60% since the start of 2025.

March 4, 2025

Aluminum tariff questions throw US manufacturers into tumult

A key uncertainty is whether raw aluminum and related products incur a 25% tariff or if they get a more favorable 10% treatment for being a critical mineral.