Yearly Archives: 2025

Aluminium diplomacy: Why the U.S. has hugged the UK and punched Canada

Let’s get this straight: in the same week that President Trump gave the UK a velvet handshake—zero tariffs on aluminium, a fast-tracked trade agreement,...

Understanding the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): A comprehensive guide for businesses and policymakers

The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) represents a transformative shift in global trade and climate policy. Designed to combat carbon leakage while...

Upstream weekly: India plans to recoup US$1.9 billion retaliatory tariff on US goods

Who said that the tariff tension is gone? The aluminium industry has been grappling with this tension for a long time. To add to...

Navigating price volatility and evolving supply chain dynamics in the aluminium industry

Navigating price volatility and evolving supply chain dynamics in the aluminium industry The aluminium industry is grappling with dual forces of price volatility and supply...

Aluminium foil market: Untapped opportunities behind the everyday sheet

In an age of conscious consumption, smart packaging, and high-performance materials, aluminium foil has emerged as more than just a household staple—it’s a silent...

More smartphones than consumers, what it means for the planet?

How many smartphones do you use? I have two; one for regular days, and another just for travel because its battery lasts longer. Now multiply...

India-UK Free Trade Agreement: What does it mean for the aluminium industry

The recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the UK marks a significant milestone with far-reaching implications for the aluminium industry in...

Hedging with Jorge #Episode 54: Understanding hedging through everyday life examples

In this blog of Hedging with Jorge, we shift focus from speculation to a core principle of risk management - hedging. To be hedged...

Decarbonising aluminium: A policy opportunity

Aluminium is a vital material for the energy transition and our daily lives. It is integral for solar panels and wind turbines, electric cables,...

Aluminium aerosol cans are gaining ground—here’s what the data tells us

In the era of green consumerism and brand accountability, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. While aluminium beverage cans often steal the...

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