Futures: The most-traded SHFE aluminium contract opened at RMB 24,590 per tonne in the night session on September 9, reached a high of RMB 24,660 per tonne and a low of RMB 24,565 per tonne, and closed at RMB 24,650 per tonne, up RMB 90 per tonne or 0.37 per cent from the previous close. Futures...
The LME aluminium price moved higher on September 9 compared with the previous trading day, with cash and three-month aluminium prices recording gains, while total warehouse stocks remained unchanged. On September 9, the LME aluminium cash bid price stood at USD 3351.5 per tonne, up USD 27.5 per...
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Futures: The most-traded SHFE aluminium 2609 contract settled at RMB 23,925 per tonne, up RMB 90 per tonne from yesterday's settlement price, an increase of 0.38 per cent. It opened at RMB 23,875 per tonne during the day and fluctuated in the range of RMB 23,835‑23,945 per tonne. Prices are trading...
The London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices rebounded on the August 6 session, with cash, forward and longer-dated contracts all recording gains over the previous trading day. LME aluminium inventories, however, continued to decline, while the LME alumina Platts price also moved higher. The...
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has expanded its trade compliance priorities to include closer scrutiny of aluminium imports and tariff classification claims, signalling increased verification of importers seeking relief under Canada's steel and aluminium surtax framework. The updated...
A Pentagon-led simulation has brought fresh attention to the US’ dependence on imported high-purity aluminium, a critical raw material used in military aircraft, armoured vehicles and other defence applications. Conducted months before recent disruptions spurred by the Middle East conflict, the...
Futures: The most-traded SHFE aluminium 2609 contract closed at RMB 23,835 per tonne, up RMB 70 from the previous settlement price, a gain of 0.29 per cent. It opened at RMB 23,785.00 per tonne today and fluctuated in a range of RMB 23,740–23,905 per tonne. Prices were trading above the MA5...
The London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium market witnessed a mixed performance on August 5, with spot and three-month prices declining while longer-dated contracts and the Asian Reference Price strengthened. LME aluminium cash bid and offer prices fell by 1.3 per cent day-on-day. The cash bid...
The core pricing logic of the domestic aluminium market has undergone a fundamental shift. By 2026, China's total aluminium production capacity has reached the policy-controlled ceiling. With industry-wide operating rates already elevated and room for further capacity expansion effectively...
London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices extended their rally on August 5, climbing above the USD 3,200 per tonne mark as renewed optimism over US-Iran peace talks improved market sentiment and eased concerns over global energy supplies and trade disruptions. Three-month LME aluminium futures...
UK battery technology company EQONIC Group has confirmed aluminium as the core material behind its proprietary battery technology, marking a significant step as the company moves towards industrial-scale validation of a lithium-free, sodium-free and rare earth-free energy storage system. EQONIC...
In the morning session, the centre of the SHFE aluminium 2608 contract edged slightly higher than yesterday, while downstream purchasing sentiment was sluggish. The aluminium price centre moved up, and the destocking pace slowed. SHFE aluminium retreated after a rapid rise in the night session, and...
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) reported sharply higher earnings for the first half of 2026, supported by stronger aluminium prices despite production curtailments and supply chain disruptions during the second quarter. The Bahrain-based aluminium producer posted a profit attributable to equity...
The sharp aluminium price rally , propelled by geopolitical tensions from the Middle East conflict and resulting supply-side disruptions , has renewed investor interest in India’s metal sector. According to a report by PL Capital , elevated London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices , coupled...
Futures: The most-traded SHFE aluminium 2609 contract closed at RMB 23,745 per tonne rose by RMB 20 compared to yesterday's settlement price, a gain of 0.08 per cent, opened at RMB 23,800 per tonne during the session, and fluctuated within a range of 23,715 to RMB 23,840 per tonne. The price traded...
LME aluminium prices moved higher on August 4, with gains across cash, three-month and December 2027 contracts, while exchange inventories continued to decline. The combination of firmer prices and lower warehouse stocks reflected a market that remained supported by near-term supply concerns...
Recently, during the Federal Reserve's interest rate meeting, the aluminium futures prices at Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) delivered an impressive performance. The day before the meeting, SHFE aluminium was the first among non-ferrous metals to rise against the broader trend; after the decision...
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) has collaborated with the Nasser Centre for Science and Technology (NCST) to deploy an artificial intelligence (AI)- based monitoring system for gas turbines at Power Station 4. The initiative aims to improve predictive maintenance capabilities as well as operational...
NALCO shares were trading at INR 374.20 (USD 3.93) at 12:03 pm on August 4, up from INR 357.20 (USD 3.75) in the previous session. The stock was getting attention after the company posted higher revenue and profit for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company posted a strong quarter in June...
The first trading session of August opened with the London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium price graph exceeding the USD 3,200-per-tonne mark across both pricing and contract segments. Meanwhile, similar to the previous trading session , stocks continued to dip, indicating steady withdrawal from the...
