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 edged higher by 0.29% to settle at Rs 341.35, supported by ongoing supply concerns and historically low inventories in London Metal Exchange warehouses. LME aluminium stocks declined further to 267,800 tonnes, the lowest level recorded this century, reinforcing concerns over near-term metal availability. Additional support came after Alcoa reduced its 2026 alumina production Read More
Aluminium prices concluded at Rs 340.35, reflecting a 0.62% increase, bolstered by escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran. This situation has tempered expectations regarding the resumption of Middle Eastern aluminium smelters and heightened apprehensions about global supply availability. Additional support emerged from a depreciating U.S. dollar following the Federal Reserve’s decision to 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 increased by 0.40%, concluding at Rs 339.80, bolstered by persistent supply concerns and the contraction of exchange inventories. Visible aluminium stocks in LME-registered warehouses have reached their lowest level since 2022, while inventories at the Shanghai Futures Exchange have decreased by 4.8%, underscoring robust physical demand. Renewed geopolitical uncertainty following fresh U.S. strikes Read More
Aluminium prices fell by 1.6%, closing at Rs 338.45, influenced by enhanced supply outlooks following the resumption of operations at Emirates Global Aluminium’s Al Taweelah alumina refinery after a three-and-a-half-month shutdown. The company anticipates that production will achieve 50% of capacity within a matter of days and expects to restore full operational capability by year-end, Read More
Aluminium prices increased by 0.24% to close at Rs 333.25, bolstered by worries regarding possible supply interruptions in the Middle East and a decrease in global inventories. Market sentiment exhibited a degree of caution following reports of a vessel being hit in the Strait of Hormuz. Concurrently, Iran asserted that peace negotiations with the United Read More
Aluminium prices experienced a decrease of 0.30%, concluding at Rs 328.20, influenced by anticipations of enhanced global supply subsequent to previous disruptions stemming from the Iran conflict. Market sentiment showed signs of deterioration following the announcement from Emirates Global Aluminium regarding the quicker-than-anticipated recovery of production at its Al Taweelah complex. However, it is noted Read More
Aluminium prices experienced a decline of 1.07%, concluding at Rs 329.35, as the alleviation of geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran mitigated worries regarding potential supply disruptions from the Middle East. Market sentiment improved following the agreement between both countries to resume discussions regarding the Strait of Hormuz in Qatar, which alleviated concerns about 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 concluded the trading session with an increase of 0.43%, reaching Rs 386.05. This rise is attributed to ongoing supply disruptions originating from the Middle East, a region that represents nearly 9% of the global smelting capacity. Ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region have continued to restrict output, with Gulf primary aluminium production declining 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
Aluminium increased by 0.43% to close at Rs 365, bolstered by fresh worries regarding supply interruptions from the Persian Gulf, a region responsible for nearly 9% of global production. Tensions have intensified following Iran’s recent closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which occurred shortly after it had been reopened, with the country attributing this move Read More
Aluminium prices experienced a decline of 0.5%, closing at Rs 366.9, primarily attributed to profit-taking following the recent significant rally spurred by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The U.S. decision to implement a maritime blockade on Iran sparked initial apprehensions regarding potential supply disruptions; however, the market exhibited a degree of stabilization as traders Read More
