Aluminum Prices Hit 4-Year High Amid Global Supply Deficit – 27 February 2026

Summary: The London Metal Exchange (LME) reports aluminum prices reaching their highest levels since early 2022, climbing to $3,225 per tonne. This rally is fueled by a structural global deficit as China maintains its production capacity caps and smelters in other regions face ongoing power constraints. For extrusion manufacturers, this trend highlights the critical need for efficient inventory management and the pass-through of raw material costs in long-term contracts.

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