According to SMM analysis, LME aluminium cash settlement climbed sharply from around USD 2,683.5/t in October 2025 to over USD 3,180/t in early January 2026, representing strong price momentum supported by supply-side policies such as the EU’s CBAM and broad support from downstream sectors.👉 Source: SMM aluminium market analysis — https://news.metal.com/newscontent/103561181/%E3%80%90SMM-Aluminium-Market-Analysis%E3%80%91The-European-Union%E2%80%99s-Carbon-Border-Adjustment-Mechanism-CBAM%3A-Implications-on-the-Global-Aluminium-Industry?utm_source=chatgpt.com Summary : The European […]

National Aluminium Company Ltd (NALCO) Chairman highlighted that India’s aluminium industry is not yet fully prepared for the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), despite strong domestic demand. Plans include sourcing green power to meet future emissions compliance needs.👉 Source: Indian Express / NALCO comment — https://indianexpress.com/article/business/aluminium-sector-is-not-yet-ready-for-green-transition-nalco-cmd-10481516/?utm_source=chatgpt.com Summary : Importers of products from the six […]

India’s aluminium futures on the MCX have surged above ₹320/kg, driven by strong global price support and tight supply fundamentals. The rally reflects LME aluminium prices breaking above USD 3,000/t, a level not seen since 2022, amid constrained global supply, policy-driven trade frictions, and resilient industrial demand.👉 Source: The Economic Times / Aluminium Rally in […]

Market observers note that while fundamental demand remains uneven and downstream restocking soft, bullish financial sentiment and liquidity support continue to keep aluminium prices elevated, with LME expected to trade in the USD 3,080–3,200/t range. Summary : The central bank conducted RMB 900 billion in outright reverse repo operations on January 15, with a tenor […]

Recent LME market data shows the aluminium cash offer easing slightly to around USD 3,174 per tonne as of 15 January 2026, down modestly from earlier in the week, but overall the rally continues on the back of ongoing supply-side tightness. Summary : On the inventory front, LME aluminium opening stocks slipped to 490,000 tonnes […]

Market analysts continue to highlight structural deficits caused by restricted supply growth and strong demand from energy-transition sectors (e.g., EV, renewables), which are expected to keep aluminium prices supported through 2026. Market Snapshot (16 Jan 2026): Key Drivers: Tight global supply, speculative volume growth, structural demand growth LME Aluminium (3-Month): ~ USD 3,166–3,174/t Global Pricing […]

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) reports that aluminium saw multi-year highs into late 2025, and as of mid-January 2026 the metal continues to benefit from ongoing supply tightness amid trade frictions and easing trade restrictions between major producers. Summary: One metal benefiting amid US-China trade tensions is aluminium, which saw multi-year highs […]

Domestic MCX aluminium futures were reported around ₹318.8 per kg on 15 January 2026, reflecting global price strength and sustained demand signals in Indian markets. Summary : Aluminium prices slipped on MCX after Trump’s fresh 50% tariff on derivatives, though slower Chinese output and EU demand provide support. Experts suggest a buy-on-dips strategy between Rs […]

LME aluminium cash offers surged to USD 3,221 per tonne, marking strong market momentum as visible stocks on the exchange fell to ~492,000 t, underlining a tightening supply backdrop that has supported prices. Summary: Prices for the December 27 contract saw a hike as well. The bid price rose to USD 3,167 per tonne from […]

Imported aluminium scrap grades in India continued to see price gains, led by stronger global LME aluminium prices; buyers remained cautious but selective buying interest helped keep most grades firm. Summary : Meanwhile, UK-origin Zorba 95 per 5 increased by USD 60 per tonne to USD 2,380per tonne, and US-origin Tense (6-7 per cent) rose […]