With the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) implemented from 1 Jan 2026, Indian aluminium exporters are expected to incur carbon-related duties, influencing export competitiveness and pricing.👉 Source: AlCircle / GTRI report — 2026 brings in CBAM: challenges for exporters alcircle Summary : As CBAM is said to be a plant-based carbon emission accounting regulation, […]
Global aluminium prices climbed above USD 3,000 per tonne on 2–3 Jan 2026, driven by tightening supply outlooks and strong long-term demand expectations worldwide.👉 Source: The Edge Singapore report — Aluminium hits US$3,000 for first time since 2022 on supply concern The Edge Singapore Summary : The main union at a Capstone Copper Corp-operated mine […]
While Indian MCX aluminium prices saw profit-taking pressure at year-end, analysts remain optimistic for 2026, citing tight supply and steady demand as key positive drivers. The Economic Times Summary : Domestic aluminium prices bucked global cues on Wednesday as they fell 1.3% intraday to hit the day’s low of Rs 294.60 on the MCX amid profit booking. […]
End-of-year momentum propelled both LME cash and 3-month aluminium prices higher, while warehouse inventories saw a modest decline — a sign of sustained tightness in global metal supply. alcircle Summary : Both the LME cash bid and offer rose by USD 23 per tonne or 0.8 per cent, where the bid reached USD 2,967.5 per […]
Indian domestic aluminium prices saw a weekly rise as MCX and LME prices climbed, with primary producer prices lifted by global supply concerns and firmer premiums.👉 Source: AlCircle / BigMint report — https://www.alcircle.com/press-release/india-domestic-aluminium-market-posts-weekly-gains-tracking-strong-global-cues-116758alcircle Summary : India’s domestic aluminium prices recorded notable week-on-week gains, supported by upward price revisions from primary producers following a rise in […]
Aluminium futures also traded near USD 2,987/t with strong momentum, showing market confidence amid continued supply constraints and solid end-use demand.👉 Source: TradingEconomics aluminium price chart — https://tradingeconomics.com/commodity/aluminumTrading Economics Summary : Aluminum futures in the UK were at $2,950 per tonne in December, near the highest in over three years to set up an increase […]
SHFE aluminium 2602 contracts traded around RMB 22,155/t on 19 Dec, with LME aluminium closing at USD 2,955.50/t, showing firm trading sentiment ahead of the holidays. alcircle Summary : On the night of December 19, SHFE aluminium 2602 contract opened at RMB 22,295 per tonne and closed at RMB 22,245 per tonne, up 0.27 per […]
A draft European Commission proposal details plans to enforce CBAM emissions costs when the policy takes effect, setting unwrought aluminium at a benchmark of 1.423 t CO₂ per tonne, down from earlier drafts — a move that could raise import carbon fees.👉 Source: Marketscreener/Reuters draft CBAM benchmarks — https://www.marketscreener.com/news/eu-aluminium-and-cement-imports-to-face-higher-emissions-costs-draft-shows-42534570/MarketScreener Article Link : https://www.marketscreener.com/news/eu-aluminium-and-cement-imports-to-face-higher-emissions-costs-draft-shows-42534570/MarketScreener
LME aluminium prices rose sharply, reaching approximately USD 2,958.90 per tonne on 19 December 2025, up about 1.47% on the prior session. The metal has gained over 16% in the past month, reflecting sustained supply tightness and year-end positioning by traders.👉 Source: TradingEconomics price data — https://tradingeconomics.com/commodity/aluminumTrading Economics Summary : Aluminum futures in the UK […]
Industry representatives say recent EU updates to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) improve transparency but do not go far enough to address competitive concerns for aluminium producers. The updated CBAM will apply carbon costs on imports from 2026 but may leave loopholes without further refinement.👉 Source: Reuters sustainability news — https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/eu-carbon-tax-changes-metals-are-not-enough-industry-says-2025-12-17/Reuters Market Snapshot (18 […]