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China continues destocking, coupled with recovering peak-season demand; aluminium prices are expected to consolidate at highs with an upward bias next week
12 SEPT 20262MINS
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China continues destocking, coupled with recovering peak-season demand; aluminium prices are expected to consolidate at highs with an upward bias next week

1. Macro perspective The US-Iran conflict escalated sharply. On September 9, Iran's Revolutionary Guard struck multiple oil tankers and merchant vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a significant drop in strait traffic. Brent crude broke through USD 100 per bbl, closing at USD 101.21, while WTI...

Odisha CM visits EGA Jebel Ali, highlights NALCO–EGA aluminium partnership
12 SEPT 20261MINS
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Odisha CM visits EGA Jebel Ali, highlights NALCO–EGA aluminium partnership

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi visited Emirates Global Aluminium’s (EGA) Jebel Ali site in Dubai, highlighting the strategic importance of the NALCO–EGA technology licensing partnership in strengthening Odisha’s aluminium industry. During the visit, Majhi emphasised how the collaboration...

11 SEPT 20267MINS
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Macro rate hike expectations bring periodic pressure, while destocking in China provides solid bottom support

Futures: The most-traded SHFE aluminium contract opened at RMB 24,310 per tonne in the night session on September 10, reached a high of RMB 24,310 per tonne and a low of RMB 24,075 per tonne, and closed at RMB 24,125 per tonne, down RMB 365 per tonne or 1.49 per cent from the previous close....


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Upstream recap: Historic week with 25% US tariffs on aluminium & steel into effect and ceasefire talks between Ukraine & Russia
15 MAR 20255MINS

Upstream recap: Historic week with 25% US tariffs on aluminium & steel into effect and ceasefire talks between Ukraine & Russia

The global aluminium industry is currently grappling with significant challenges owing to the recently imposed tariffs on aluminium and steel by the United States. While the entire value chain is affected, it is the primary aluminium sector that is most shaken by the fluctuating nature of these...

Here’s how China has responded to Donald Trump’s latest 25% tariffs on aluminium and steel imports
14 MAR 20252MINS

Here’s how China has responded to Donald Trump’s latest 25% tariffs on aluminium and steel imports

On Wednesday, March 12, Donald Trump's global tariffs on aluminium and steel took effect. Nearly all the United States' trade allies have faced a 25 per cent tariff on aluminium exports, except China. It is the only country whose aluminium and steel products are subject to higher tariffs, with a...

Ukraine and Russia edge toward ceasefire, sparking hopes for aluminium trade rebound
14 MAR 20254MINS

Ukraine and Russia edge toward ceasefire, sparking hopes for aluminium trade rebound

War-ridden Ukraine and Russia have faced multi-disciplinary trade and economic losses for the past decade. The war, which escalated dramatically in 2022 with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, has left both nations grappling with shattered economies. Russia has been heavily sanctioned by the European...

The central bank stated that it would seize the opportunity to implement RRR cuts and interest rate cuts, focusing on the release of end-use demand
14 MAR 20256MINS

The central bank stated that it would seize the opportunity to implement RRR cuts and interest rate cuts, focusing on the release of end-use demand

Futures Market: Overnight, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2505 contract opened at RMB 20,945 per tonne, hitting a high of RMB 21,035 per tonne and a low of RMB 20,875 per tonne, before closing at RMB 21,020 per tonne, up RMB 35 per tonne or 0.17 per cent. On Thursday, LME aluminium opened at USD...

Marking a milestone: AL Circle launches its 30th e-Magazine, ‘Aluminium Middle East: Focus 2025’
13 MAR 20253MINS

Marking a milestone: AL Circle launches its 30th e-Magazine, ‘Aluminium Middle East: Focus 2025’

The Middle East aluminium industry has witnessed unprecedented growth, transforming the region into a powerhouse of production, innovation, and sustainability. As the global landscape shifts towards decarbonisation, efficiency, and value-added manufacturing, industry leaders are seeking insights...

US aluminium industry responds to 232 implementation, calls for certainty in tariff landscape
13 MAR 20252MINS

US aluminium industry responds to 232 implementation, calls for certainty in tariff landscape

Aluminum Association President & CEO Charles Johnson issued the following statement in response to increased Section 232 tariffs of 25% for most aluminium imports: “The aluminium industry supports tariff-free access for Canadian aluminium in the tariffs implemented today. We appreciate President...

US February CPI data below expectations, Overnight aluminium prices rise
13 MAR 20255MINS

US February CPI data below expectations, Overnight aluminium prices rise

Futures Market: Overnight, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2505 contract opened at RMB 21,060 per tonne, hitting a high of RMB 21,100 per tonne and a low of RMB 20,945 per tonne, and closed at RMB 20,970 per tonne, up RMB 5 per tonne or 0.02 per cent. On Wednesday, LME aluminium opened at USD 2,704...

EU hits back with a billion-euro counterpunch as persuasive tactics fail to tackle US tariffs
13 MAR 20256MINS

EU hits back with a billion-euro counterpunch as persuasive tactics fail to tackle US tariffs

The US steel and aluminium tariff has come into effect from March 12, and in response to it, the European Commission has launched immediate countermeasures on US imports into the European Union (EU). In a decisive retaliation against the US steel and aluminium tariffs, the European Commission has...

IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025: Advancing a green and smart aluminium industry
12 MAR 20254MINS

IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025: Advancing a green and smart aluminium industry

The 13 th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference & Exhibition (IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025) is set to take place during October 8-10, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, India. In association with the Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT) and the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM),...

Back-and-forth announcements, retaliatory tariffs and uncertain timelines hog US aluminium businesses
12 MAR 20256MINS

Back-and-forth announcements, retaliatory tariffs and uncertain timelines hog US aluminium businesses

A couple of days after implementing the 25 per cent tariff on all aluminium and steel imports, US President Donald Trump exempted neighbouring nations Canada and Mexico from tariffs, but only for commodities included in the trade agreement of 2019 — the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement...

2024: EGA posts a 2% revenue growth aligned with record-high alumina and aluminium production
12 MAR 20253MINS

2024: EGA posts a 2% revenue growth aligned with record-high alumina and aluminium production

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the world’s largest producer of premium aluminium, revealed its financial and operational results for 2024, showcasing increased revenue and Adjusted EBITDA, driven by higher alumina and hot metal production, cost optimisation, and increased share of value-added...

US lifts 50% tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminium, overnight aluminium futures rebound
12 MAR 20256MINS

US lifts 50% tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminium, overnight aluminium futures rebound

Futures Market: Overnight, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2504 contract opened at RMB 20,880 per tonne, hitting a high of RMB 20,910 per tonne and a low of RMB 20,810 per tonne, before closing at RMB 20,830 per tonne, up RMB 75 per tonne or 0.36 per cent. On Tuesday, LME aluminium opened at USD...

From metal mogul to mastermind: Trader’s $1 billion aluminium scam ends in life sentence
12 MAR 20253MINS

From metal mogul to mastermind: Trader’s $1 billion aluminium scam ends in life sentence

The aluminium trade scammer involved in the metal inventory fraudulence in China that havocked more than USD 1 billion in losses nationwide businesses has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a judicial court in the eastern province of Zhejiang. Image for representational purposes only Chen Xi,...

From doubling tariffs to retreating by Donald Trump, a strange day in the global aluminium industry
12 MAR 20253MINS

From doubling tariffs to retreating by Donald Trump, a strange day in the global aluminium industry

US President Donald Trump is keeping the global aluminium market on edge for sure with his eccentric decisions on tariffs. For the first time in history, a single day saw both the announcement and the reversal of tariffs. On Tuesday, March 11, the President announced his plan to double tariffs on...

UK Aluminium industry braces for impact as US tariffs set to take effect
12 MAR 20253MINS

UK Aluminium industry braces for impact as US tariffs set to take effect

The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has today raised serious concerns about the incoming 25 per cent tariffs on aluminium imports into the US, set to take effect on 12th March 2025. Image Source: ALFED Following extensive discussions with the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and Sarah Jones...

Two contrast sequences set to boost China’s aluminium smelters’ profitability, offsetting tariff losses. What are they?
11 MAR 20253MINS

Two contrast sequences set to boost China’s aluminium smelters’ profitability, offsetting tariff losses. What are they?

Good news is on the horizon for China's domestic aluminium smelters, as they are poised to see higher profits due to two contrasting sequences – 1) a drop in alumina prices and 2) an increase in primary aluminium prices driven by increased demand in the solar energy and automobile sectors....

The main theme of domestic favourable macro front remains unchanged, SHFE aluminium prices showed a ‘v-shaped’ rebound today
11 MAR 20253MINS

The main theme of domestic favourable macro front remains unchanged, SHFE aluminium prices showed a ‘v-shaped’ rebound today

Today, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2504 contract opened at RMB 20,905 per tonne, with a high of RMB 20,925 per tonne, a low of RMB 20,615 per tonne, and closed at RMB 20,845 per tonne, down 0.12 per cent. Trading volume was 17 lots, and open interest was 172,000 lots. SMM Comments: On the macro...

EGA powers innovation with Azure Arc’s hybrid infrastructure; reduces power costs by more than 80%
11 MAR 20252MINS

EGA powers innovation with Azure Arc’s hybrid infrastructure; reduces power costs by more than 80%

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the world’s largest producer of premium aluminium, depends on uninterrupted plant operations to maintain around-the-clock metal production. To enhance operational efficiency and safeguard continuous performance, EGA implemented a hybrid cloud strategy powered by...

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