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Middle Eastern aluminum smelters gradually resume operations, but geopolitical conflicts still constrain the development of the aluminum industry in the Gulf region
On April 28th, the commodity monitoring agency DBX released a report showing that the Jebel Ali aluminum smelter of the United Arab Emirates Global Aluminum Company (EGA), which was affected by the Middle East conflict, is gradually resuming operations and is currently operating at a “near ...Read more -
Global Alumina Output Rises to 12.647 Million Tonnes in March 2026
The International Aluminium Institute (IAI) has released its latest monthly report, revealing a notable rebound in global alumina production for March 2026. Total output reached 12.647 million metric tonnes (mmt), equivalent to an average daily run rate of 408,000 tonnes. This marks a significant...Read more -
China’s March 2026 Aluminum Production Data: Upstream Stability Meets Downstream Correction, Opportunities Emerge for Value-Added Processing
The National Bureau of Statistics of China has released its comprehensive aluminum industry chain data for March 2026, painting a picture of steady primary metal supply against a backdrop of softening semi finished output. For international buyers sourcing aluminum plate, bar, tube, and precision...Read more -
In response to industry concerns, the Working Group on Aluminum Application Technology for Air Conditioning has set the tone: standards come first, and empirical evidence is king
Against the backdrop of the recent public opinion storm in the air conditioning industry regarding the “aluminum instead of copper” technology route, authoritative institutions in the industry have finally spoken out and set the tone. On April 23rd, the Aluminum Reinforcement Applicat...Read more -
China’s Primary Aluminum Output Holds Steady in March, Downstream Demand and Trade Dynamics Shape Market
According to data released by China’s National Bureau of Statistics, the country’s primary aluminum (electrolytic aluminum) production reached 3.85 million metric tons in March 2026, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 2.7%. For the first quarter of the year, cumulative output stood...Read more -
China’s Bauxite Imports Surge 32.8% in March as Alumina Exports Tumble
China’s bauxite imports soared to 21.78 million tonnes in March 2026, marking a sharp 32.8% year-on-year increase, according to the latest customs data. The strong inflow pushed first-quarter bauxite arrivals to 57.97 million tonnes, up 23.6% from the same period last year,Meanwhile, China’s alum...Read more -
Global Primary Aluminum Saw a Modest Surplus of 68,900 Tons in February 2026
According to the latest report from the World Bureau of Metal Statistics (WBMS), global primary aluminum production reached 6.1771 million metric tons in February 2026, while consumption stood at 6.1081 million metric tons, resulting in a small surplus of 68,900 tons. For the first two months of ...Read more -
Half of the world! By 2025, China’s aluminum plate and strip production will reach 15.77 million tons, leading the world in consumption growth
On April 8th, the latest industry data showed that China’s aluminum plate and strip industry will achieve steady development by 2025, with both production and consumption maintaining a year-on-year growth trend. It occupies a core position in the global market, demonstrating strong industry...Read more -
Aluminum market volatility amid geopolitical conflicts: Iran strikes US-related aluminum plants, will aluminum prices see another surge?
Recently, the international aluminum market has been volatile due to a sudden news – Iran launched attacks on two aluminum plants in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain related to the US military and aerospace industries. This incident quickly raised concerns about the security of aluminum...Read more -
A new energy vehicle pays an additional “war tax” of 760 yuan, yet its sales doubled? Aluminum is expensive, and oil is even more so. Are you still willing to foot the bill?
The smoke from the Strait of Hormuz is triggering a violent chemical reaction in the global manufacturing chain. On one hand, there is the “cost tsunami” caused by the interruption of electrolytic aluminum supply, and on the other hand, there is the “substitution dividend”...Read more -
Global primary aluminum supply surplus reached 218,200 tons in January 2026
According to the latest data released by the World Bureau of Metal Statistics (WBMS), global primary aluminum production reached 6.1695 million metric tons in January 2026, while total consumption stood at 5.9513 million metric tons, resulting in a supply surplus of 218,200 metric tons. The repor...Read more -
Bauxite prices have nearly halved, causing Guinea to panic: it will regulate production and standardize exports, effective in the coming weeks
On March 17th, it was reported that Guinea, the world’s largest bauxite producer, is in discussions with domestic mining companies. They plan to mitigate the impact of falling ore prices on the country by controlling the market supply of bauxite, ensuring stable corporate income and governm...Read more