LME publishes discussion paper on β€œgreen” aluminium premium pricing – 25 October 2025

The LME released a consultation document exploring a premium pricing mechanism for aluminium produced under low-carbon/green credentials through its sustainability marketplace.πŸ‘‰ Source: LME Sustainable Metals Premium Pricing Summary : In October 2025, the LME announced its roadmap for the development of sustainable metal premium pricing for LME-approved brands. This includes the launch of a new […]

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Global primary aluminium output still below demand, says latest sector report – 25 October 2025

According to the latest data from the World Bureau of Metal Statistics (WBMS), August output was 6.14 Mt versus consumption of 6.24 Mt, marking a deficit of ~100,000 t.πŸ‘‰ Source: Yieh / WBMS news Summary : According to the announcement from Nippon Steel, the price of 300-series cold-rolled stainless steel and plate will be raised […]

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LME aluminium inventory sees declines on Oct 22 – week and month β€”16,500 t & –31,400 t respectively – 23 October 2025

Opening stocks now ~482,500 t, down 3.3% week-on-week. Metal News Summary: [SMM Aluminum Express] On October 22, LME aluminum inventory was recorded at 482,500 mt, a decrease of 1,600 mt from the previous day, down 0.33%. Over the past week, LME aluminum inventory decreased by a total of 16,500 mt, down 3.30%. Over the past […]

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Carney resists calls for retaliation over U.S. aluminium tariffs – 17 October 2025

Canadian PM Mark Carney declined to support retaliatory measures against U.S. aluminium tariffs, citing ongoing bilateral negotiations.πŸ‘‰ Source: Reuters Summary : OTTAWA, Oct 16 (Reuters) – Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday brushed off calls to retaliate against the United States over its tariffs on some Canadian exports, saying the two countries were deep in […]

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LME publishes roadmap for sustainable metals premium pricing – 17 October 2025

The LME has published its plan for sustainable metals premium pricing, including a discussion paper open through 28 November 2025.πŸ‘‰ Source: LME – Sustainable Metals Premium Pricing Summary: In October 2025, the LME announced its roadmap for the development of sustainable metal premium pricing for LME-approved brands. This includes the launch of a new HKEX […]

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Japan Q4 aluminium talks drag out amid pricing disagreement – 17 October

Negotiations between Japanese buyers and global producers over Q4 delivery premiums remain unresolved, with initial offers lowered and talks extended past usual timelines.πŸ‘‰ Source: Reuters Summary : TOKYO, Oct 17 (Reuters) – Quarterly pricing talks between Japanese aluminium buyers and global producers have stretched unusually long as both struggle to close a wide gap on […]

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US aluminium price rise spurs increased deliveries from Canada- 17 October 2025

As U.S. aluminium prices rise, Canadian producers have boosted shipments into the U.S., reversing earlier flows to Europe. The U.S. Midwest premium reached a record $0.77/lb (~USD 1,697/t).πŸ‘‰ Source: Reuters Summary : Aluminium consumers buying on the physical market pay the London Metal Exchange price, around $2,750 a ton, plus the Midwest premium to cover […]

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