The European Union (EU) is preparing a broader restriction on aluminium scrap exports to non-Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, replacing an earlier trade proposal that would have covered only part of the bloc’s scrap flows. The move could largely impact...
As smartphones, laptops, televisions, electric vehicles, and household appliances become an integral part of modern life, electronic waste (e-waste) is emerging as one of the world's fastest-growing waste streams. Yet, every discarded electronic device contains more than just obsolete technology—it...
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National Aluminium Company (NALCO) has received a ‘Buy’ rating by the brokerage Axis Securities, estimating a projection of 10 per cent upside from current standard market levels, while cautioning that rich valuations could limit additional gains. Axis has elevated NALCO’s target price from the...
Following the Vedanta Limited demerger on May 1, 2026 , the company has drawn up expansion plans across its major business segments, such as aluminium, energy, oil and gas. Anil Agarwal, Chairman, in a letter to shareholders, stated that Vedanta’s business verticals are being developed to achieve...
AGI Greenpac, a leading packaging products company in India, has inaugurated the construction of its aluminium beverage can manufacturing facility with the ground-breaking ceremony. The project is worth INR 10 billion (USD 105 million) and spans across 34 acres, located in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh....
As ongoing geopolitical tensions of the Middle East conflict and the resulting inflation and shifting market dynamics bring Europe and the United States to experience a fading demand in the automotive industry, including Ford Motor Company, Stellantis, General Motors, and Volkswagen Group, auto...
Crown Holdings, Inc. reported a solid start to 2026, supported by higher beverage can shipments and improved adjusted earnings, despite a slight decline in net income. Net sales for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, rose to USD 3.26 billion, compared to USD 2.89 billion in the same period...
The global aluminium industry is going through a significant shift. With new regulations, changing energy needs and a growing focus on sustainability, the competitive landscape is being redefined. Companies are quietly adjusting their strategies across supply chains, recycling efforts and...
Vedanta Aluminium has been asked to pay INR 233.11 crore (USD 24.5 million) for alleged unauthorised extraction of water from the Bheden River in Jharsuguda, Odisha. The amount includes outstanding dues along with penalties and interest, and the company has been given one month to clear the...
An increase of 21.6 per cent in the aluminium price this year has been observed by the World Bank, in comparison to the previous year. The observation comes after the industry is currently grappling with tight supply, low inventory and a strong demand coming from the emerging industries. The...
Manaksia Aluminium Company Limited, in the third quarter (Q3) of the financial year of 2025-26, is witnessing a gradual shift in the market trend, as improving technical indicators are offsetting a mixed financial performance. While near-term financial figures seem to bring about a pause in market...
India is planning to build a strategic reserve of critical minerals to meet six months of local demand. The step addresses rising fears of supply cuts and wild price swings. Ministries of mines and heavy industries plan to stockpile critical minerals. These include lithium, cobalt, nickel, copper,...
The Government of India, through its Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) under the Ministry of Commerce, has launched an anti-subsidy investigation on aluminium wire products from Malaysia. The concern for a probe was raised by the leading Indian aluminium manufacturers, such as Vedanta...
Vedanta Limited appoints Pallavi Bhatia as Chief Human Resources Officer for its aluminium business to boost leadership in this key area. In her new job, Bhatia will be head of HR strategy for the aluminium unit. She will target talent growth, leadership training, staff involvement, and workforce...
India’s aluminium tariff regime, especially now in 2026, has become a regulatory fault line between upstream smelters chasing security, downstream processors absorbing cost pressure, recyclers fighting for cheaper feedstock and the country is trying to balance it all to keep a lid on inflation...
India’s leading metals manufacturer , Vedanta Limited, is expected to close FY2025–26 on a strong note, as analysts project a sharp earnings upswing in the January-March quarter (Q4). This performance has received considerable support from favourable London Metal Exchange (LME) price trends . Firm...
India’s power sector has entered a new phase of resilience, with solar energy emerging as a strong force in meeting record electricity demand. Prompted by intense summer consumption, the country successfully addressed an all-time high peak demand of 256 gigawatts (GW), highlighting the growing role...
Renewable energy is moving from supportive to strategic role as it is set to account for 45 per cent of the global electricity generation. This marks a structural shift in how industries will be powered. China, Europe, the United States, and India are at the centre of this transformation, driven by...
CIE Automotive India Ltd approved merging its full subsidiary, CIE Aluminium Casting India Ltd. This pulls all aluminium casting under the main company. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our exclusive report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " The board cleared the...
The rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are impacting the global aluminium market, with early indications of production disruptions and tighter supply conditions. Although the initial effects seem to be under control, forecasts are hinting at a much more significant shift on the...
