As easing Strait of Hormuz passage restrictions restored connectivity for Gulf smelters and eased worries about regional supply disruptions, aluminium finished 2.05% down at Rs. 324.8, down Rs. 6.8. Expectations of heightened production from Indonesia and a surge in Chinese exports exerted additional pressure on prices, despite the ongoing decline in visible inventories that offered Read More
Aluminium concluded the session with a decline of 0.51%, settling at Rs 339.65. This downturn was influenced by diminishing worries regarding supply disruptions in the Gulf and anticipations of increased production capacity in Indonesia. Additionally, a stronger dollar and the rise in global bond yields contributed to the negative sentiment. However, the downside remained constrained Read More
Aluminium prices concluded at Rs 353.15, reflecting a 0.28% increase, bolstered by constrained physical availability and diminishing inventories on the Shanghai Futures Exchange. However, the supply outlook may enhance as numerous smelters recommence curtailed capacity and embark on expansion initiatives. The US-Iran conflict has significantly impacted aluminium supplies originating from the Gulf region, evidenced by Read More
Aluminium concluded the trading session with a 0.24% increase, reaching Rs 348.9, bolstered by constrained physical availability. This situation is underscored by LME inventories hovering close to a 36-year low, while SHFE stockpiles persist in their downward trend. However, the upside remained constrained as several smelters resumed curtailed capacity and pursued expansion projects, while increased Read More
Aluminium concluded the trading session with a 0.53% increase, reaching Rs 349.45. This rise was underpinned by a reduction in physical availability and apprehensions regarding supply, as evidenced by the cash-to-three-month spread transitioning into slight backwardation, indicating stronger immediate demand and limited supplies. Aluminium inventories at the Shanghai Futures Exchange experienced a decline of 6.8% Read More
Aluminium settled 0.25% higher at Rs 347.60, buoyed by declining inventories and anticipations of additional policy support from China. However, the gains were constrained by rising oil prices, renewed inflation concerns, and expectations of increased interest rates. Aluminium stocks at three major Japanese ports decreased by 8.8% month-on-month, reaching 201,000 tonnes at the end of Read More
Aluminium concluded the trading session with a gain of 0.64%, closing at Rs.347.9. This uptick was underpinned by anticipations of further stimulus measures from China, as disappointing figures in industrial output, consumption, and investment heightened the urgency for policymakers to bolster domestic demand. China’s Q2 GDP growth decelerated to 4.3%, heightening anticipations for additional policy Read More
Aluminium concluded the trading session with a decline of 1.11%, settling at Rs 347.05. This downturn was primarily driven by robust production figures from China and diminishing worries regarding supply from the Gulf, which overshadowed the support provided by critically low LME inventories and persistent supply disruptions. China’s aluminium production experienced a year-on-year increase of Read More
Aluminium prices concluded the trading session down by 1.73% at Rs 346.80, influenced by enhanced supply expectations from the Middle East and the anticipated restoration of smelting capacity affected by conflict, which alleviated fears of regional shortages. This occurred in the context of stalled peace talks between the U.S. and Iran, alongside ongoing threats to Read More
Aluminium prices increased by 0.41% to close at Rs 346.2, buoyed by constricting global supply dynamics and apprehensions regarding possible production interruptions. The market gained momentum from a 6.7% year-on-year decrease in aluminium production outside China in July, primarily attributed to reduced operating rates at various smelters in the Middle East. Additional support emerged as Read More
Aluminium prices concluded the trading session nearly flat, declining by 0.01% to close at Rs 346.45. This slight decrease followed a wave of profit-taking after recent increases, influenced by a robust U.S. dollar and heightened anticipations of a more stringent Federal Reserve policy. The U.S. dollar index reached a three-week peak as rising tensions in Read More
Aluminium prices concluded the session at Rs 341.05, reflecting a decline of 0.55%. This decrease was influenced by resurfacing inflation worries, as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drove crude oil prices higher, thereby strengthening the outlook for prolonged elevated global interest rates. However, the downside remained constrained as supply-side risks continued to bolster Read More
Aluminium prices experienced a decline of 2.57%, settling at Rs 345.25, as the easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East alleviated concerns regarding potential supply disruptions. Market sentiment deteriorated after the United States provided Iran with a 60-day sanctions waiver in the wake of preliminary peace negotiations, enhancing expectations for a gradual normalisation of Read More
Aluminium prices experienced a decrease of 0.49%, concluding at Rs 356.9, as the alleviation of geopolitical tensions diminished worries regarding potential supply disruptions from the Middle East. Market sentiment deteriorated following the signing of an interim peace agreement between the United States and Iran, which seeks to conclude hostilities and facilitate the reopening of the Read More
Aluminium prices experienced a decline of 2.05%, settling at Rs 377.4. This decrease was influenced by the easing of geopolitical tensions following an agreement between Iran and Israel to cease attacks, which alleviated concerns regarding potential supply disruptions in the near term. Market participants exhibited a degree of caution as Tehran persisted in imposing restrictions Read More
Aluminium prices experienced a decline of 0.44%, settling at Rs 393, as traders engaged in profit-taking after recent gains. Nonetheless, persistent supply concerns continued to underpin support for the market. Global aluminium sentiment continued to be bolstered by a reduction in physical availability, as LME aluminium inventories decreased to 335,450 tonnes, marking their lowest point Read More
Aluminium prices increased by 0.98% to close at Rs 387.5, driven by ongoing worries regarding constricted global supplies and robust indicators of industrial demand emerging from China. Market sentiment continued to be bolstered by concerns regarding diminished aluminium production from Gulf producers, stemming from persistent geopolitical tensions associated with the Iran conflict. The Gulf region, Read More
Aluminium prices concluded the trading session down by 1.73% at Rs 378.85, reflecting a trend of profit booking as high prices started to indicate a potential reduction in demand within China. Market sentiment deteriorated following a 3.3% rise in aluminium inventories within warehouses tracked by the Shanghai Futures Exchange compared to the prior week, suggesting Read More
Aluminium prices concluded the trading session with an increase of 0.6% at Rs 378, reflecting persistent apprehensions regarding supply disruptions associated with the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The ongoing conflict has had a significant impact on the exports of aluminium from Gulf producers, as well as the imports of essential raw materials. Additionally, Read More
Aluminium prices increased by 0.94%, closing at Rs 374.5, bolstered by ongoing supply concerns associated with rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The current impasse between the United States and Iran has heightened concerns regarding potential interruptions in cargo transport from the Gulf region, especially via the Strait of Hormuz. Further backing emerged following Read More
