STEEL SCRAP

Global Steel Market – April 2026 April 11, 2026 | BY SO OK TRADING This April, the global steel market is “boiling” as every region faces heavy shocks from soaring energy costs, import tariffs, and lingering economic uncertainty. Raw materials and finished steel products are moving in “different directions,” creating a clear split in market trends. In the West, especially the U.S. and Europe, prices are surging due to import tariffs and skyrocketing energy costs. Meanwhile, Asia — led by China and ASEAN — remains volatile and sluggish. Scrap steel, however, has emerged as the “rising star” of the Green Steel era, with demand intensifying worldwide. Thailand’s steel producers are under pressure from a “quadruple cost shock” — energy, freight, electricity, and imported scrap costs — pushing steel prices up immediately by 10–15%. If energy issues remain unresolved in May, another round of price hikes is likely. This article dives deep into the global and Thai steel market in April, while also looking ahead to Q2/2026 — expected to be the “most volatile quarter of the year.” It offers insights for businesses and investors to prepare for the changes that lie ahead.

LME on Fire! Commodities Surge Amid Global Energy Crisis Global Metals & Energy Market Analysis – March to Q2/2026 by SO OK TRADING The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and escalating conflicts in the Middle East have pushed oil prices beyond $110 per barrel, triggering one of the most volatile rallies in recent years. Industrial and precious metals are soaring, with copper and aluminum hitting record highs driven by demand from AI and clean energy sectors.

Steel Scrap: Circular Economy Revitalizing Thailand’s Steel Industry Steel scrap in Thailand is no longer just “waste.” It has become the strategic resource driving the production of Green Steel through Electric Arc Furnaces (EAF), which emit far less carbon than traditional ore-based methods. From local collectors and sorting yards to major mills like G Steel and GJ Steel, the supply chain is evolving into a Green Supply Chain that global markets are closely watching.

Thai Steel Industry 2026 – Where is the Next Step? As global competition intensifies and carbon regulations tighten, Thailand’s steel industry faces both pressure and new opportunities. From CBAM costs to the development of steel for EVs and clean energy, the landscape is rapidly evolving. Discover how Thai producers are adapting — and the role of SO OK TRADING in connecting Thailand’s high-quality steel to global markets through strategies focused on sustainability, quality, and value creation beyond price.

Steel Scrap 2026: From Waste to Strategic Asset Scrap steel in 2026 is no longer just “recyclable waste” — it has become a strategic raw material fiercely competed for across the global steel industry.

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