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The five major aluminum producers in Africa
Africa is one of the largest bauxite producing regions. Guinea, an African country, is the world’s largest exporter of bauxite and ranks second in bauxite production. Other African countries that produce bauxite include Ghana, Cameroon, Mozambique, Cote d’Ivoire, etc. Although Africa...Read more -
Everything You Need to Know About 6xxx Series Aluminum Alloy Sheets
If you're in the market for high-quality aluminum sheets, the 6xxx series aluminum alloy is a top choice for a wide range of applications. Known for its excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and versatility, 6xxx series aluminum sheets are widely used in industries s...Read more -
Global sales of new energy vehicles continue to grow, with China’s market share expanding to 67%
Recently, data shows that the total sales of new energy vehicles such as pure electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles worldwide reached 16.29 million units in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 25%, with the Chinese market accounting for a...Read more -
Argentina Initiates Anti-dumping Sunset Review and Change-of-Circumstances Review Investigation of Aluminum Sheets Originating from China
On February 18, 2025, the Ministry of Economy of Argentina issued Notice No. 113 of 2025. Initiated upon the applications of Argentine enterprises LAMINACIÓN PAULISTA ARGENTINA S.R.L. and INDUSTRIALIZADORA DE METALES S.A., it launches the first anti-dumping (AD) sunset review of aluminum sheets o...Read more -
LME aluminum futures hit a one-month high on February 19th, supported by low inventories.
Ambassadors of the 27 EU member states to the EU reached an agreement on the 16th round of EU sanctions against Russia, introducing a ban on the import of Russian primary aluminum. The market anticipates that Russian aluminum exports to the EU market will face difficulties and the supply may be r...Read more -
Azerbaijan’s Aluminum Exports in January Declined Year-on-Year
In January 2025, Azerbaijan exported 4,330 tons of aluminum, with an export value of US$12.425 million, a year-on-year decrease of 23.6% and 19.2% respectively. In January 2024, Azerbaijan exported 5,668 tons of aluminum, with an export value of US$15.381 million. Despite the decline in export vo...Read more -
Recycling Materials Association: New US Tariffs Do Not Include Ferrous Metals and Scrap Aluminum
The Recycling Materials Association (ReMA) in the United States stated that after reviewing and analyzing the executive order on imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to the US, it has concluded that scrap iron and scrap aluminum can continue to be traded freely at the US border. ReMA In...Read more -
The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has made a final determination on the anti-dumping (AD) investigation of aluminum foil originating from China.
On January 24, 2025, the Department for the Protection of the Internal Market of the Eurasian Economic Commission issued the final ruling disclosure of the anti-dumping investigation on aluminum foil originating from China. It was determined that the products (products under investigation) were d...Read more -
London Aluminum’s inventory hits a nine month low, while Shanghai Aluminum’s has reached a new high in over a month
The latest data released by the London Metal Exchange (LME) and the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) shows that the aluminum inventories of the two exchanges are showing completely different trends, which to some extent reflects the supply and demand situation of aluminum markets in different reg...Read more -
Trump’s taxation aims to protect domestic aluminum industry, but unexpectedly enhances China’s competitiveness in aluminum exports to the United States
On February 10th, Trump announced that he would impose a 25% tariff on all aluminum products imported into the United States. This policy did not increase the original tariff rate, but treated all countries equally, including China’s competitors. Surprisingly, this indiscriminate tariff pol...Read more -
The average price of LME spot aluminum this year is predicted to reach $2574, with increasing supply and demand uncertainty
Recently, a public opinion survey released by foreign media revealed the average price forecast for the London Metal Exchange (LME) spot aluminum market this year, providing important reference information for market participants. According to the survey, the median forecast for the average LME s...Read more -
Bahrain Aluminum said it canceled merger talks with Saudi Mining
Bahrain Aluminum Company (Alba) has worked with Saudi Arabia Mining Company (Ma’aden) Jointly agreed to conclude the discussion of merging Alba with Ma’aden Aluminum strategic business unit according to the strategies and conditions of the respective companies, Alba CEO Ali Al Baqali ...Read more