Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc. Poised for Explosive Growth Amid New Steel, Aluminum, and Copper Tariffs

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Greenwave Technology Solutions (NASDAQ: GWAV) is positioned for significant revenue growth following President Trump's January 31, 2025 announcement of new tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper imports. The company, a leading metal recycling firm operating in Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio, expects these trade measures to drive up prices for domestically sourced metals.

As a major Mid-Atlantic supplier of mill-ready shred and recycled metals with a 40-45% gross profit margin, Greenwave serves subsidiaries of industry giants including Nucor , Cleveland-Cliffs, Sims , and Georgia-Pacific. The company sources materials from corporations, municipalities, and individuals, positioning itself to benefit from increasing domestic metals demand under the new protectionist measures.

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• 40-45% gross profit margin indicates strong operational efficiency
• Strategic partnerships with major industry players (Nucor, Cleveland-Cliffs, Sims )
• Positioned to benefit from expected price increases in domestic metals due to new tariffs
• Strong geographic presence in key Mid-Atlantic markets

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On January 31, 2025, President Trump Stated he will be Placing Significant Tariffs on Steel, Aluminum, and Copper 

Tariffs are Expected to Drive Price Increases on Domestically-Sourced Metal

Greenwave's customers include subsidiaries of Nucor Corporation, Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., Sims Limited, and Georgia-Pacific

CHESAPEAKE, Va., Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc. ("Greenwave" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: GWAV), a leader in metal recycling, is primed for significant revenue acceleration following President Trump's announcement of sweeping tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper imports. These aggressive trade measures are expected to drive sharp price increases for domestically sourced metals, positioning Greenwave as a critical supplier in an increasingly protectionist market.

Tariffs Expected to Significantly Accelerate Revenue Growth for $GWAV with 40-45% Gross Profit Margin.

The Higher the Tariff, the More Revenue $GWAV will Likely Generate

As one of the Mid-Atlantic's dominant suppliers of mill-ready shred and other recycled metals, Greenwave anticipates surging demand and expanding profit margins throughout fiscal year 2025. With the U.S. steel and metals industry shifting toward domestic sourcing, Greenwave's strategic position in Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio places it at the epicenter of this seismic market shift.

President Trump's Tariff Announcement Signals Game-Changing Industry Dynamics

On Friday evening, January 31, 2025, President Trump declared (link to video):

"We're going to put a lot of tariffs on steel. We already have tariffs on steel ... but that was relatively small compared to what it'll be. And ultimately copper… it'll be a great boost for our steel industry. It'll make our steel industry very strong."

Strategic Partnerships with Industry Titans

Greenwave supplies subsidiaries of Nucor Corporation, Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., Sims Limited, and Georgia-Pacific, among others, with a reliable, high-volume flow of mill-ready metals. Sourced from a diverse, domestic network of corporations, municipalities, and individuals, Greenwave's scrap metal operations are poised to capture a significant share of the expanding domestic metals market.

With demand for American-sourced steel, aluminum, and copper set to skyrocket, Greenwave is perfectly positioned to capitalize on this historic economic shift, reinforcing its role as a key player in the North American metals supply chain.

About Greenwave
Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: GWAV) operates 13 metal recycling facilities supplying leading steel mills and industrial partners with sustainably sourced metals. Headquartered in Chesapeake, VA, Greenwave plays a critical role in infrastructure projects and U.S. national security, with operations across Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio. For more information, visit www.GWAV.com.

For detailed financials and updates, visit www.GWAV.com.

Forward-looking Statements
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FAQ

What impact will the new metal tariffs have on GWAV's revenue in 2025?

The new tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper imports are expected to significantly accelerate GWAV's revenue growth throughout fiscal year 2025 due to increased domestic metal prices and demand.

What is Greenwave Technology Solutions' (GWAV) current gross profit margin?

Greenwave Technology Solutions maintains a 40-45% gross profit margin on its metal recycling operations.

Which major companies are GWAV's customers?

GWAV supplies subsidiaries of Nucor , Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., Sims , and Georgia-Pacific.

Where does GWAV operate its metal recycling facilities?

GWAV operates its metal recycling facilities in Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio.

When did President Trump announce the new metal tariffs affecting GWAV?

President Trump announced the new tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper on January 31, 2025.