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The broader mining and base metal sectors are shifting toward a value-added production model.$10 Billion Export Goal: The Turkish Miners Association (TMD) expects exports to surpass the $10 billion mark in 2026, targeting $11–12 billion by focusing on semi-processed and finished products rather than...

The tool steel sector is currently undergoing a massive transformation, driven by high-tech manufacturing requirements and the global push for "Green Steel."1. Market Growth & EV DemandThe "Giga-Casting" Effect: The rise of large-scale die casting (Giga-casting) in the automotive industry—pionee...

EU Safeguard Extension: The European Commission is finalizing plans to extend steel import safeguards beyond June 2026. Analysts expect the residual quota system to become even more restrictive, potentially doubling the over-quota tariff from 25% to 50% to shield domestic producers from cheap import...

The US-China Tension: Global dynamics have been severely shaken by a two-pronged pressure: the United States has doubled its additional tariffs on steel imports from 25% to 50%, while China—facing shrinking domestic demand—continues its aggressive strategy of offloading excess capacity into global m...

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution and the global energy transition have officially transformed base metals into critical "strategic assets."Copper Bracing for Record HighsAnalysts are forecasting that copper prices will shatter historical records, potentially reaching $12,500 per ton by th...