Price trends, trade guides, and practical knowledge for aluminium, copper, and metal scrap buyers and sellers.
Aluminium prices on the LME have stabilised after Q1 volatility driven by energy cost pressures in primary smelting regions. We break down the key supply-side factors and what they mean for buyers sourcing A7/A8 ingots across Asia and the Middle East.
For buyers sourcing refined copper, understanding the difference between 99.99% copper cathodes and copper millberry scrap can significantly affect your cost and downstream processing. Here's a practical breakdown.
Incoterms determine who bears cost and risk at each stage of a shipment. For first-time importers of bulk metals, choosing the wrong term can result in unexpected costs. This guide explains the most common terms used in metal trading.
International aluminium scrap is traded under standardised grade codes defined by ISRI. Understanding these grades and how they affect melt yield and pricing is essential for buyers and sellers in secondary aluminium markets.
Choosing between bulk and containerized shipping affects your per-MT freight cost, loading requirements, and port compatibility. This article compares both modes for aluminium ingots and copper cathodes on common trade routes.
Letters of Credit remain the most secure payment method in international metal trading. This guide walks through the LC process from issuance to negotiation with specific considerations for aluminium and copper transactions.
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