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The company has been operating at a loss for five consecutive years and survives solely thanks to the support of its parent group

Global gas prices have skyrocketed, but prices in Ukraine are, on average, 16% lower than in Europe

Indonesian material, being the cheapest on the market, put pressure on prices in the EU

The indicative price for our industry in January is UAH 20,000 per 1,000 cubic meters excluding VAT, but the premium may increase due to shelling

This will push up prices on the world market

Among the issues are harmonization of regulatory requirements, border crossing regulations, and EU environmental requirements

European steel market requires smarter policy, not just protectionism

Exports of square billets from China increased fourfold in the first five months of 2025

Introduction of scrap exports restrictions becomes a new trend

Ukraine is dependent on gas imports, and domestic production is limited due to destruction by missile strikes

Reserves in the EU are declining, while demand is growing

The new wave of trade barriers started in 2024