Manufacturing Is Still Growing... So Why Are Metals Getting Cheaper?

Manufacturing activity continues to expand, yet several metal prices have started moving lower. So what's really happening?

Nick and Mike explore the latest PMI data, freight trends, inflation, global supply chains, and why today's metals market isn't following the traditional playbook. If you've been wondering whether manufacturing is slowing—or simply becoming more balanced—this conversation breaks it all down.

Topics covered:

•  Manufacturing PMI 
•  Industrial economy 
•  Inflation 
•  Freight 
•  Supply chains 
•  Steel & aluminum demand

What is Cup o Joe - A Metals Podcast?

Welcome to Cup o’ Joe, your go-to podcast for a fun and informative look at the dynamic world of metals! In each episode, we bring the latest factors influencing the price and availability of metals, led by the Director of Risk Management and Commodities Hedging at Ryerson, Nick Webb, and hosted by Mike Carrozzo.