May 2026 Market Update – Continental Steel & Tube
May 2026 Market Update As we move through May, metals markets are beginning to show early signs of stabilization following the price increases and volatility seen in Q1. While pricing remains elevated across many categories, the pace of increases has slowed, and some products are beginning to trade within narrower ranges. Raw material inputs — […]
April 2026 Market Update – Continental Steel & Tube
April 2026 Market Update As we move into April, metals markets continue to reflect a firm pricing environment shaped by disciplined mill production, steady demand, and ongoing raw material volatility. While Q1 saw notable price increases across several categories, April is showing signs of stabilization in some areas — though cost pressures remain present. One […]
March 2026 Market Update – Continental Steel & Tube
As we move through March, pricing activity has accelerated across multiple metal categories. Several U.S. mills have announced price increases in recent weeks, reinforcing the disciplined supply environment that began in Q1. At the same time, ongoing volatility in raw materials — particularly nickel — continues to influence alloy-driven products. Since the beginning of the […]
Feb 2026 Metals Market: Pricing, Supply & Buyer Insights
As February progresses, metals markets are settling into early-year patterns that buyers should be watching closely. Across most product categories, mills are maintaining disciplined output while demand remains selective rather than broad-based. This balance is keeping inventories tight in some areas while contributing to ongoing price volatility. Compared to Q4 2025 levels, several metals have […]
How Metal Tariffs Impact Industrial Procurement and Supply Chains
Understanding Metal Tariffs and Their Role in Global Trade Since June 4, 2025, when the U.S. federal government raised tariffs on imported steel and aluminum from 25% to 50% in an attempt to bolster domestic metal production, these tariffs have had a financial ripple effect on the critical industries that depend on these materials. The […]
Jan 2026 Metals Outlook: What to Expect for Prices & Supply
As we begin 2026, we’d like to wish all of our readers a Happy New Year. We appreciate your continued trust and partnership, and we look forward to supporting your projects in the year ahead. The Continental Steel & Tube team is ready for 2026 — prepared, responsive, and committed to serving our customers with […]
December 2025 Metal Report: Copper’s $10k Surge & Tariff Alert
Welcome to our monthly update! Here’s a quick, 5-minute snapshot of key industry developments you’ll want to know — across nickel, aluminium, stainless, titanium, copper, brass, bronze, carbon & alloys — plus how they affect you. Metal Market Headlines At-a-Glance Nickel The London Metal Exchange (LME) continues to report a steady rebound in nickel trading […]
November 2025 Metal Market Report: Copper’s Surge, Aluminum Forecast, and LME Evolution
Welcome to our monthly update! Here’s a quick, 5‑minute snapshot of key industry developments you’ll want to know — across nickel, aluminium, stainless, titanium, copper, brass, bronze, carbon & alloys — plus how they affect you. Market Headlines At‑a‑Glance Nickel The London Metal Exchange (LME) reports that trading volumes for nickel rebounded strongly after the […]
DFARS Tube and Pipe: Special Mill Production Runs / Smaller Quantities
The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) is a set of regulations governing the materials and data used in defense-related projects. DFARS compliance is crucial for defense suppliers and contractors looking to be awarded new contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). At Continental Steel & Tube Company, we have access to several DFARS-compliant […]
Hard-to-Find Nickel Grade Tubing
Sourcing the right nickel alloy tubing for high-performance applications can be challenging, particularly when you require hard-to-find grades. To address this, Continental Steel & Tube Company can supply custom nickel alloy tubing on demand, including rare and high-grade options such as: Hastelloy B2 Hastelloy B3 Hastelloy X Haynes 155 Haynes 188 Haynes 230 Inconel 601 […]