Monthly Archives: May, 2025

Upstream weekly: Trump’s tariff reversal, China’s maintenance shutdown put the global aluminium market in flux

In recent developments across the global aluminium market, a wave of volatility is shaking confidence in trade flows, regional pricing, and long-term investment decisions....

Hedging with Jorge #Episode 56: Navigating short hedging in the futures market

In this episode of Hedging with Jorge, we dive into the practical application of short hedging in the futures market using a real-world aluminum...

Hedging with Jorge #Episode 55: Understanding hedging, why and how it works

Let’s break down the concept of hedging, especially in the context of aluminium trading, in a clear and simple way. Stepping into the shoes of...

Upstream weekly: Anil Agarwal urges 12% safeguard duty on aluminium imports amid global trade shifts

The aluminium industry has witnessed a lot of significant events throughout the week, with achievements on one end and unexpected setbacks on the other....

Aluminium diplomacy: Why the U.S. has hugged the UK and punched Canada

Let’s get this straight: in the same week that President Trump gave the UK a velvet handshake—zero tariffs on aluminium, a fast-tracked trade agreement,...

Understanding the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): A comprehensive guide for businesses and policymakers

The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) represents a transformative shift in global trade and climate policy. Designed to combat carbon leakage while...

Upstream weekly: India plans to recoup US$1.9 billion retaliatory tariff on US goods

Who said that the tariff tension is gone? The aluminium industry has been grappling with this tension for a long time. To add to...

Navigating price volatility and evolving supply chain dynamics in the aluminium industry

Navigating price volatility and evolving supply chain dynamics in the aluminium industry The aluminium industry is grappling with dual forces of price volatility and supply...

7 Questions To Ask Before Finalising Your Aluminium Extrusion Supplier

In aluminium trading, profit margins and customer satisfaction depend on one thing above all: a reliable, efficient and technically capable extrusion partner. It is...

Aluminium foil market: Untapped opportunities behind the everyday sheet

In an age of conscious consumption, smart packaging, and high-performance materials, aluminium foil has emerged as more than just a household staple—it’s a silent...

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