Construction Industry Raw Material Quotations

The building and construction sector is strongly influenced by fluctuations in raw material prices, which are a key component of production costs and can significantly affect the final budget of a project.

FT Mercati offers a commodity quotation service for construction companies that want to remain competitive in their market while facing the challenges posed by price fluctuations.

Metals: the 'pillars' of construction

• Copper: essential for electrical equipment, Copper has seen strong price volatility in recent years driven by geopolitical tensions, Chinese consumption and the energy transition.
• Aluminium: due to its lightness and strength, Aluminium is widely used for structures, frames and cladding. Its price is influenced by demand from the automotive and aerospace industries, as well as mining and production factors.
• Stainless steel: due to its high corrosion resistance, it is used in applications requiring durability, such as roofing and building facades. The price of Nickel, a key component of stainless steel, is influenced by demand from the industrial and technology sectors.
• Standard steel: a load-bearing element in the construction of buildings and infrastructure, standard steel has undergone price fluctuations in recent years linked to the cost of iron ore and international trade policies.
• Zinc: mainly used for galvanising steel, Zinc protects metal from corrosion. Its price is influenced by demand from the automotive and construction sectors, as well as mining production levels.

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A correct analysis of quotations allows companies in the sector to optimise purchases, plan production, assess the feasibility of projects and mitigate risks. With FT Mercati, these companies have multi-platform, constant and up-to-date access to the prices of raw materials strategically relevant to their business.