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Aluminium Market

Aluminium over copper solar cable? FRCABLE’s cost-efficient metal alternative
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As solar projects continue to expand across the globe, aluminium conductor cables are increasingly being adopted across DC collection systems, AC transmission lines and medium-voltage interconnections. With lower material costs than copper and advanced aluminium alloy conductors, the metal is increasingly being adopted in the solar cable sector. FRCABLE, a China-based solar cable manufacturer, has regarded aluminium as a practical option for large-scale photovoltaic projects, citing its poten ...
Hydro to shut two US aluminium extrusion plants in 2027
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Hydro has announced plans to close its aluminium extrusion plants in City of Industry, California, and Delhi, Louisiana, during 2027. The company said operations at the California facility will end on January 1, 2027, although some activities are expected to continue through the first quarter. The Louisiana plant will continue operating until April 1, 2027, followed by a gradual shutdown through the third quarter of the year. According to Hydro, both facilities have been operating below capa ...

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The Mozambican government said negotiations are under way regarding the future of the Mozal aluminium smelter, the country's largest industrial operation. The facility has been under care and maintenance since March after operations were halted over concerns about rising electricity costs. Government spokesperson Salim Valá confirmed that discussions are taking place with interested parties but declined to provide details, saying the process is still ongoing. The update comes after South32, ...
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Vedanta Aluminium adopts SEBI-compliant UPSI framework, promotes transparency
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17 Jun 2026
Vedanta Aluminium Metal Limited (VAML) has taken a step towards maintaining compliance with regulatory standards by adopting the Code of Practices and Procedures for Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) under Regulation 8 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. Having received approval from the Board of Directors, the code indicates Vedanta Aluminium’s commitment to promote market transparency.  Participa ...
LME aluminium price graph: Aluminium prices decline while warehouse stocks continue to edge lower
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17 Jun 2026
LME aluminium prices moved lower on June 16 compared with June 15, with both cash and three-month contracts recording declines. Meanwhile, exchange inventories continued to shrink, reflecting ongoing withdrawals from LME warehouses. The LME cash bid price fell to USD 3,358.50 per tonne on June 16 from USD 3,418.50 per tonne on June 15, indicating a decrease of 1.76 per cent. The cash offer price also dropped by 1.77 per cent to USD 3,359 per tonne from USD 3419.5 per tonne. Three-month alumi ...
Chang Aluminum set for control change under $197.9M stake transfer deal
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17 Jun 2026
Chang Aluminum is set for a change in ownership after its controlling shareholder, Qilu Caijin Investment Group, agreed to sell a 22.38 per cent stake in the company to Shandong Jixin Industrial Development.  The proposed transaction values the shares at RMB 5.79 (USD 0.86) each, putting the total deal value at around RMB 1.338 billion (USD 197.9 million).  If the transfer is completed, control of the company will change hands, with Jixin Industrial Development becoming the new controlling s ...
Constellium or Alcoa: Who is benefiting more from the aluminium market upswing?
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16 Jun 2026
Constellium SE and Alcoa Corporation are benefiting from a stronger aluminium market, with demand from electric vehicles, aerospace, packaging and transportation continuing to support the sector. The growing use of recycled aluminium and the recovery in global air travel have also improved conditions for producers and processors. Constellium posts growth across major businesses Higher aluminium prices and steady customer demand helped Constellium's key business segments during the first quar ...
Geopolitical easing and manufacturing weakness exert dual pressure; SHFE and LME aluminium prices plunge sharply
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16 Jun 2026
Futures: The most-traded SHFE aluminium contract opened at RMB 24,025 per tonne in the night session of June 15, hit a high of RMB 24,025 per tonne, a low of RMB 23,730 per tonne, and closed at RMB 23,795 per tonne, down 1.55 per cent from the previous close. During the session, prices fluctuated and pulled back before plunging sharply, forming a large bearish candlestick that fell below the 5-period MA of 24,021.00 and simultaneously traded below all medium and long-term moving averages—MA10 ...
LME aluminium price loses momentum, drops below USD 3,500/t despite shrinking inventories
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16 Jun 2026
After remaining above USD 3,500 per tonne at the June 12 session, the LME aluminium price dropped across all the pricing segments, barring the live warrants and alumina price, on the June 15 session. The LME aluminium cash bid as well as offer price eased 3.3 per cent day-on-day on June 15. While the bid went down from USD 3,535 per tonne to USD 3418.5 per tonne, the offer shifted from USD 3,536 per tonne to USD 3419.5 per tonne. Explore: The most comprehensive and forward-looking industry- ...
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