October 17, 2026

Tungsten carbide shortage 2026: supply gap at 13-14% of consumption through 2029. 7 practical actions for blade buyers to secure supply, cut lead times and avoid overpaying.

Tungsten carbide price increase 2026 explained: APT up ~9x then corrected, Q4 stabilized at ~2x 2024 levels. What it means for blade buyers and 5 ways to cut exposure.