Steel
ArcelorMittal S.A. conducted its first-quarter 2026 earnings call on April 30, 2026, at 9:30 AM EDT. The session featured remarks from executives including CFO Genuino Christino. Analysts from major banks joined for the question-and-answer portion.
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China's embassy in Colombia responded to the government's 25% tariffs on steel imports from countries without a free trade agreement, denying unfair competition against the local steel industry. It emphasized that Chinese products are of good quality and competitive prices, accounting for less than 0.3% of total imports in 2025. It warned that restrictions would raise costs in other sectors and harm employment.
The Colombian government published a draft decree this morning raising tariffs to 35% on 13 steel sector tariff items. Daniel Rey, director of the Colombian Chamber of Steel Producers, announced it during the Alacero Summit 2025. The measure aims to counter Chinese imports and boost local competitiveness.