https://www.spglobal.com/energy/en/rss/latest-metals-headlinesMetals & Mininghttps://www.spglobal.com/energy/en/news-research/latest-news/metals/081026-interview-sandbag-says-eu-cbam-cost-for-indian-steel-likely-overstatedThe potential cost of the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism for Indian steel exporters is likely overstated in headline estimates once industry differences, industry reallocation and European market pricing are taken into account, Sandbag Executive Director Adrien Assous told Platts, part of S&P Global Energy, in an interview Aug. 7. Sandbag's modeling puts business-as-usual CBAM fees forMetals & Mining, Energy Transition, Ferrous, Carbon, Renewables, Emissions2026-08-10T11:10:59Zhttps://www.spglobal.com/energy/en/news-research/latest-news/metals/081026-china-black-mass-market-muted-on-us-export-restrictionsChina's black mass market showed a limited immediate reaction to new US export restrictions on battery scrap, with traders and recyclers focusing on exemption applications and developments in domestic refining capacity that could reshape global supply chains. The US Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security on Aug. 6 published a temporary final rule restricting exports of black massMetals & Mining, Non-Ferrous2026-08-10T10:35:13Zhttps://www.spglobal.com/energy/en/news-research/latest-news/metals/081026-strong-car-export-growth-cushions-chinese-steel-demand-amid-domestic-slowdownChina's booming automobile export growth largely cushioned the impact of slumping local demand in automotive manufacturing and steel consumption in July, though abundant cold-rolled coil supply continued to cap price gains as steelmakers shifted production away from construction materials toward flat products. China's passenger car retail sales, a key indicator of consumer goods consumption, wereMetals & Mining, Ferrous2026-08-10T10:35:01Zhttps://www.spglobal.com/energy/en/news-research/latest-news/metals/080726-trump-announces-billions-in-mining-investments-to-boost-domestic-productionUS President Donald Trump announced over $2 billion in investments for mining and metals projects on Aug. 7, targeting production of copper, rare earths, graphite and other critical materials. The Trump administration also committed $180 million from both the Department of Energy and the Department of Defense to mining schools for education and training programs. The investments come as the TrumpMetals & Mining, Non-Ferrous2026-08-07T22:03:41Zhttps://www.spglobal.com/energy/en/news-research/latest-news/electric-power/080726-trump-unveils-solar-trade-actions-to-boost-us-supply-chain-industry-splitUS President Donald Trump set minimum prices on imports of crystalline-silicon solar panel materials and components, and imposed a new 15% import tariff on polysilicon, citing national security concerns and the need to revitalize domestic manufacturing. The actions, detailed in an Aug. 6 proclamation, are based on recommendations from US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick following the conclusionChemicals, Electric Power, Metals & Mining, Polymers, Non-Ferrous2026-08-07T21:43:12Z