Economy
View CRU Global Steel Webinar On-Demand
Written by Tim Triplett
January 22, 2020
Import/export steel prices lead the market higher, reported CRU experts in a webinar recorded on Jan. 17 as part of the monthly webcast series within CRU’s Global Steel Trade Service. The 25-minute presentation can be viewed any time by clicking the link below.
Overview
- Matt Watkins discusses developments at the global level in the internationally traded steel market. Prices have risen strongly in recent months, especially for flats and in Asia.
Topics discussed
- What do rising prices mean for margins and what prospects are there of it continuing?
- Initial look at the U.S.-China Phase 1 trade deal from the perspective of steel.
- How is the global scrap market shaping up as we move into winter?
Get in touch to learn more and discuss the global steel market with our experts.
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