Brazil's demand for power rose by 1.9pc in the first half of May from a year earlier, as consumption grew both in the regulated and free markets.

China Tungsten concentrate imports in Jan-Apr 2022 by country/region.

Electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaker Nucor has lowered its plate prices for the first time in at least two years.

The higher tax is effective 22 May, India's finance ministry said on 22 May 2022.

European steelmaker ArcelorMittal plans to continue to acquire steel scrap recyclers in order to guarantee long-term security of supply.

American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) reported that the U.S. imported a total of 2,729,000 net tons (NT) of steel in April 2022.

It was the second consecutive month that US steel production has lagged its prior year period.

China vanadium pentoxide exports in April 2022 by country/region.