Summary: Aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) surged by over 2.6% today, fueled by escalating tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. With the region accounting for 8% of global primary output, the market is bracing for a supply squeeze. For extruders, this translates to immediate upward pressure […]
Summary: Post-holiday data shows Chinese extrusion plants have rebounded to a 44.5% operating rate. However, there is a distinct “tug-of-war” in the industry: while industrial extrusions for solar PV and automotive sectors are booming, construction-related extrusion remains sluggish. This is largely due to the high cost of primary metal making building projects less financially viable […]
Summary: Despite the volatility in raw metal prices, new market data for March 2026 confirms the automotive extrusion sector has reached a valuation of $91.9 billion. The growth is fueled by the rapid shift toward modular EV platforms and high-precision battery trays. Asia-Pacific continues to lead the market, with demand shifting toward high-strength, multi-hollow profiles […]
Summary: Aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) have spiked to $3,499.50 per tonne, the highest level since April 2022. This surge is driven by escalating hostilities in the Middle East, which accounts for roughly 9% of global supply. Two major smelters—Qatalum in Qatar and Alba in Bahrain—have reportedly suspended deliveries or declared force […]
Summary: While the construction sector remains cautious, the automotive extrusion market is booming. The shift toward Electric Vehicles (EVs) has made high-precision, multi-hollow profiles a high-value growth driver. Industry data suggests that the average aluminum content per vehicle has reached nearly 400 kg, with specialized extrusions for heat exchangers and structural components leading the charge. […]
Summary: As of March 2026, the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) has moved into its definitive regime. Manufacturers exporting extrusions to Europe are now facing stricter requirements for verified emissions data. Market analysts warn that Indian and Asian suppliers relying on coal-fired power may need to reduce prices by 15–22% to remain competitive […]
Summary: Aluminum prices have spiked to over $3,350/tonne following significant supply chain disruptions in the Gulf region. Reports indicate that primary production in Qatar, UAE, and Bahrain has been hindered by regional instability and shipping pauses in the Strait of Hormuz. For extrusion manufacturers, this translates to immediate pressure on raw material costs and a […]
Summary: Post-holiday data shows that the operating rate for aluminium extrusion in China has rebounded to 44.5% (up 7.5 percentage points). However, a “tug-of-war” persists: while industrial extrusion for PV (photovoltaic) and automotive sectors is booming, construction-related extrusion remains sluggish due to high primary metal costs and a slower recovery in the building sector. Article […]
Summary: Following a dramatic surge to over $3,370/tonne earlier this week due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, LME aluminium prices have slightly eased as of March 5–6, settling around $3,298/tonne. While the immediate “risk premium” has softened, analysts from Citi have raised their price targets to $3,600, warning of a potential spike […]
Summary: In the Indian domestic market, aluminum futures on the MCX have surged to record territory, trading above ₹320/kg. This rally is driven by a “persistent domestic premium” as local supply remains tight. With strong demand from India’s power and construction sectors, coupled with limited scrap availability, manufacturers are increasingly relying on costlier primary metal […]