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H1’26 LME aluminium stocks dip 31.82%: Russian sanctions & Gulf crisis pack a double blow
14 SEPT 20266MINS
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H1’26 LME aluminium stocks dip 31.82%: Russian sanctions & Gulf crisis pack a double blow

As we reflect on the Middle East crisis that commenced on February 28, 2026, and stretched into the second half of the year, it brings to mind the dramatic rise and fall of the London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium price that reached four-year highs before cooling down. The skyrocketing prices...

Alcoa says Canada tariff cut alone won't bring US aluminium premium down
14 SEPT 20264MINS
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Alcoa says Canada tariff cut alone won't bring US aluminium premium down

A cut in US tariffs on Canadian aluminium alone is unlikely to bring down the elevated Midwest aluminium premium significantly, according to Alcoa CFO Molly Beerman, as the US still relies on imports from other countries to cover a structural supply gap. Speaking at the Jefferies Global Industrials...

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Mercuria, Glencore explore Venalum aluminium smelter deal as Venezuela eyes production revival

Venezuela’s biggest aluminium smelter, Venalum, could be heading for a fresh start as Mercuria Energy Group Ltd. and Glencore Plc explore a potential deal that could bring new investment and operating expertise to the facility that has spent years producing only a fraction of its original capacity....


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Revived momentum in H2 2023 global primary aluminium production propels annual output above 70 million tonnes
24 JAN 20242MINS

Revived momentum in H2 2023 global primary aluminium production propels annual output above 70 million tonnes

The world primary aluminium production has recorded an annual increase of 2.25 per cent for 2023, reaching 70.593 million tonnes at the end of December, found the International Aluminium Institute (IAI). However, compared to the previous year, the growth rate has decreased in 2023. In 2022, the...

EU sanction rumours propel LME aluminium price by 1.65%; SHFE price expands to US$2,648/t
24 JAN 20242MINS

EU sanction rumours propel LME aluminium price by 1.65%; SHFE price expands to US$2,648/t

LME aluminium opened at US$2,159 per tonne yesterday, with its high and low at US$2,237 per tonne and US$2,156 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,232 per tonne, up by US$77 per tonne or 3.57 per cent. On Tuesday, January 23, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official...

Baotou Aluminium achieves milestone: Secures 2023 Energy Management System Certification
23 JAN 20242MINS

Baotou Aluminium achieves milestone: Secures 2023 Energy Management System Certification

Baotou Aluminum recently achieved the 2023 Energy Management System Certification, with Fangyuan Logo Certification Group set to conduct the external audit. A comprehensive evaluation of Baotou Aluminium's overall energy consumption was also undertaken. Leading the charge in the audit were Ma...

South32 achieves record aluminium output propelled by Hillside’s strong performance in South Africa
23 JAN 20242MINS

South32 achieves record aluminium output propelled by Hillside’s strong performance in South Africa

South32, a diversified mining company, has achieved a record half-year aluminium production, propelled by the robust performance of its Hillside Aluminium operation in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Additionally, South African manganese witnessed a 9 per cent increase in sales during the December...

LME aluminium benchmark price lowers by 2% W-o-W; SHFE aluminium price sheds US$5/t today
23 JAN 20242MINS

LME aluminium benchmark price lowers by 2% W-o-W; SHFE aluminium price sheds US$5/t today

LME aluminium opened at US$2,174 per tonne yesterday, with its high and low at US$2180 per tonne and US$2,152.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,155 per tonne, down by US$17.5 per tonne or 0.81 per cent. The LME aluminium official price chart on January 22 showed decreasing rates,...

China’s A00 aluminium ingot price loses RMB80/t to RMB18,850/t; Alumina price adds RMB4/t
23 JAN 20242MINS

China’s A00 aluminium ingot price loses RMB80/t to RMB18,850/t; Alumina price adds RMB4/t

On Tuesday, January 23, China's A00 aluminium ingot price dropped by RMB 80 per tonne to stand at RMB 18,750 per tonne, with the average prices ranging between RMB 18,730 per tonne and RMB 18,770 per tonne. The spot contract price may be traded at a premium price of RMB 40 to RMB 80 per tonne. As...

New appointment: ALBA names Hisham Alkooheji as the Acting Chief Marketing Officer
22 JAN 20243MINS

New appointment: ALBA names Hisham Alkooheji as the Acting Chief Marketing Officer

Effective February 1, 2024, Hisham Alkooheji will uphold the post of Alba's Acting Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) after the former CMO Khalid A. Latif steps down. Hisham Alkooheji's journey within Alba has been marked by significant contributions and a progression of roles. Commencing his tenure as...

China’s 2023 primary aluminium production establishes a new high recording an 11% annual rise
22 JAN 20242MINS

China’s 2023 primary aluminium production establishes a new high recording an 11% annual rise

According to the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) survey, China produced 3.562 million tonnes of primary aluminium in December (31 calendar days) 2023. That was an annual increase of 3.6 per cent, leading to a cumulative output of 41.513 million tonnes in the entire year. Production analysis The daily...

SMM A00 aluminium ingot price remains stoic at RMB18,830/t; Low carbon aluminium loses RMB20/t
22 JAN 20243MINS

SMM A00 aluminium ingot price remains stoic at RMB18,830/t; Low carbon aluminium loses RMB20/t

Today, on January 22, the SMM A00 aluminium price has remained stagnant on its previous weekend’s position, recording a price of RMB 18,830 per tonne. If we consider China’s A00 aluminium ingot price on October 23, last year, there can be found a Quarter-on-Quarter descend of RMB 90 per tonne or...

LME aluminium benchmark price falls to US$2,122/t; SHFE price loses US$13/t
22 JAN 20242MINS

LME aluminium benchmark price falls to US$2,122/t; SHFE price loses US$13/t

LME aluminium opened at US$2,172 per tonne last Friday, with high and low at US$2,182 per tonne and US$2,158.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,172.5 per tonne, an increase of US$4.5 per tonne or 0.21 per cent. On Friday, January 19, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME...

Primary aluminium weekly recap: Annual aluminium production rises for global giants in 2023
21 JAN 20244MINS

Primary aluminium weekly recap: Annual aluminium production rises for global giants in 2023

As we enter the third week of the new year in 2023, industry predictions have proven accurate, with the primary aluminium prices experiencing a continuous decline. Notably, the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) price has demonstrated better resilience compared to the London Metal Exchange (LME)...

Epsilon Carbon sets aside INR 10,000 crore to develop an Integrated Carbon Complex in Jharsuguda
20 JAN 20243MINS

Epsilon Carbon sets aside INR 10,000 crore to develop an Integrated Carbon Complex in Jharsuguda

Epsilon Carbon Pvt. Ltd., a key player in the carbon industry, has recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Odisha, marking a monumental step towards a substantial investment in the region. The Integrated Carbon Complex (ICC) project, costing almost INR 10,000...

Energy challenges threaten Magnitude 7 Metals' eminence in the US aluminium industry: Renew Missouri
19 JAN 20243MINS

Energy challenges threaten Magnitude 7 Metals' eminence in the US aluminium industry: Renew Missouri

In the intricate web of the US aluminium industry, Magnitude 7 Metals faces an uncertain future, caught in the crossfire of financial struggles and soaring energy costs. As the industry grapples with these challenges, Renew Missouri, a prominent non-profit clean energy advocate, endeavours to...

National Startup Day: Vedanta Aluminium collaborates with 60 Indian tech startups
19 JAN 20244MINS

National Startup Day: Vedanta Aluminium collaborates with 60 Indian tech startups

In celebrating National Startup Day, Vedanta Aluminium, a cornerstone of India's aluminium production, embraces cutting-edge collaborations with nearly 60 tech startups, propelling the industry into a new era. A vital player, contributing over half of India's aluminium production at an impressive...

Alcoa Corporation reports Q4 and full year 2023 results; primary aluminium output rises 5%
19 JAN 202412MINS

Alcoa Corporation reports Q4 and full year 2023 results; primary aluminium output rises 5%

On January 17, 2023, Alcoa Corporation reported fourth quarter and full year 2023 results demonstrating progress on key priorities. Financial results and highlights Fourth quarter 2023 Received approval to continue bauxite mining in Western Australia Received clarification on qualification for...

LME benchmark aluminium price shrinks by US$11.5/t to reach US$2130.5/t; SHFE aluminium price discards US$4/t
19 JAN 20242MINS

LME benchmark aluminium price shrinks by US$11.5/t to reach US$2130.5/t; SHFE aluminium price discards US$4/t

LME aluminium opened at US$2,180 per tonne on Thursday, with high and low at US$2,192.5 per tonne and US$2,162 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,168 per tonne, a drop of US$46 per tonne or 2.08 per cent. On January 18, the London Metal Exchange price chart displayed shrinking...

China’s A00 aluminium ingot price descends by RMB60/t; Low carbon aluminium price slumps to RMB 19,719/t
19 JAN 20242MINS

China’s A00 aluminium ingot price descends by RMB60/t; Low carbon aluminium price slumps to RMB 19,719/t

On Friday, January 19, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price descended by RMB 60 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,830 per tonne, with the average prices standing between RMB 18,810 per tonne and RMB 18,850 per tonne. The spot contract price may be traded at a premium price of RMB 50 to RMB 90 per tonne....

AL Circle launches "Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2024": Dive deep into the future
18 JAN 20242MINS

AL Circle launches "Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2024": Dive deep into the future

AL Circle is pleased to announce the launch of its highly anticipated industry-focused report, "Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2024." This comprehensive report will provide invaluable insights into the global aluminium market's current state and future trajectory. The Global Aluminium Industry...

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