
The London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium price faltered across the pricing and contract segments on the September 2 close. The trend reflected a contrast of the surge reported in the September 1 session . The LME aluminium cash bid pulled back by 0.18 per cent day-on-day on September 2, down to...
The most-traded SHFE aluminium 2610 contract closed at RMB 24,100 per tonne today, up RMB 30 on the day, a gain of 0.12 per cent. Trading volume was 163,674 lots, open interest stood at 242,331 lots, with a daily decrease of 6,267 lots, as both bulls and bears reduced positions to lock in profits...
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On December 22, the London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium cash price showed an uptick from the previous day’s close; however, the 3-month bid and offer and the forward contracts showed a slight decrease. Both the LME cash bid and price went up by USD 2.5 per tonne or 0.09 per cent, where the bid...

After a year marked by sharp monthly swings, global metals prices are showing signs of settling into a steadier range. The World Bank’s metals and minerals price index edged up by 0.5 per cent in November, following a much stronger 6 per cent rise in October and a 4 per cent gain over the third...

Aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) moved sharply higher on November 19, driven mainly by gains in nearby contracts, while the forward curve showed mixed signals. The LME aluminium cash bid price climbed to USD 2,895.50 per tonne on November 19, up USD 43.50, or 1.53 per cent, from...

Futures: On the night of December 19, SHFE aluminium 2602 contract opened at RMB 22,295 per tonne and closed at RMB 22,245 per tonne, up 0.27 per cent, with a high ofRMB 22,365 per tonne and a low of RMB 22,200 per tonne. Trading volume was 111,000 lots, and open interest was 321,000 lots, showing...

Futures: The most-traded cast aluminium alloy contract 2602 opened at RMB 21,080 per tonne overnight, hit a high of RMB 21,135 per tonne and a low of RMB 21,030 per tonne, and finally closed at RMB 21,130 per tonne, up RMB 20 per tonne, or 0.09 per cent, from the previous trading day. Bears mainly...

On November 26, the Shanghai Metals Expo (SME) 2025, organised by Shanghai Metals Market, wrapped up successfully in Shanghai! During the conference, 1,000+ global industry leaders and experts conducted in-depth discussions on key issues across the entire metals industry chain, covering core...

The LME aluminium price trend over the past 3 years shows a market rebounding from earlier weakness, trading within a varied price range and settling near a multi-year high by year-end. According to Westmetall’s LME aluminium cash price cache, 2025 kick-started with aluminium pricing of USD 2,500s...
Chinese prices for aluminium scrap are expected to soften overall in coming weeks, with domestic demand for scrap materials waning as winter deepens, Mysteel's survey suggests. The country's aluminium scrap prices have been fluctuating at high levels since last month, supported by the strong...

On December 18, the London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices showed a very minimal uptick from the previous day’s close. However, at the inventory front, the LME opening stock showed a slight decline. Both the LME cash bid and offer price went up by USD 1 per tonne or 0.03 per cent, where the...

AL Circle has announced pre-booking for its upcoming research publication, “ Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ”. The report is now available at a pre-book price of USD$ 999, valid until January 21, 2026. Global aluminium markets are set to navigate rapid shifts in demand, sustainability...

India's imported aluminium scrap prices were mixed in the week ended 16 December, amid largely stable LME prices, with selective gains and declines across key grades. BigMint assessed Middle East-origin Tense (8-9 per cent) at USD 1,930 per tonne, unchanged w-o-w, while US-origin Tense (6-7 per...

For aluminium ingots in South China, the average SMM A00 aluminium (Foshan) price on December 17 was RMB 21,640 per tonne, up RMB 120 per tonne on the day, at a discount of RMB 215 per tonne against the front-month contract, widening by RMB 5 per tonne from the previous day. Image for reference...

After the week started with the weak aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME), but during the mid-week, the prices saw an upward tick along with the cancelled warrants. Both the LME cash bid and offer rose by USD 18 per tonne or 0.63 per cent, where the bid reached USD 2,851 per tonne,...

The London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices on December 16 showed a slightly lower price than the previous day’s close. On the other hand, at the inventory front, the live warrants and cancelled warrants rose slightly. On December 16, both the LME cash bid and offer fell by USD 7.5 per tonne...

Maan Aluminium stood apart in the latest session, climbing to a fresh 52-week high while the broader market remained on a downward trend. Maan Aluminium's share price touched INR 169.3 (USD 2.04) in intraday trade on 15 December 2025, posting a clear advance on a day when benchmark indices showed...

Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) has reaffirmed its “BUY” call on Press Metal Aluminium Bhd. The bank raised its target price to MYR 7.64 (USD 1.84), reflecting stronger earnings visibility. The upgrade is driven by robust aluminium prices, favourable alumina costs and steady operational...

A steady climb has taken National Aluminium Company’s share price to a fresh 52-week high of INR 279.85 ( USD 3.10). The move crowns a year of rising earnings, expanding cash flows, and a balance sheet that has remained largely untouched by debt. The stock’s journey has been notable for its...

Q1 2026 Japan MJP (main ports) aluminium ingot premium is expected to rebound from the low of USD 86 per tonne in Q4 2025, with the centre rising. The core logic stems from tightening supply in Asia triggered by the restructuring of global aluminium trade flows, coupled with catalysts from European...