AL Circle Blog

The global aluminium industry is showing renewed strength as key developments across production, raw material supply, and international trade unfold. India and the UAE are advancing their aluminium and steel cooperation under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), laying the groundwork for greater trade, investment, and industrial collaboration between the two nations. At the same […]

The aluminium industry as a whole is facing a lot of ups and downs shaped by geopolitics, trade imbalances, and supply chain uncertainties. To begin with, Russia is rapidly increasing its aluminium exports to China owing to the Western sanctions being implemented in 2024. Over the past few years, Russia has significantly increased its aluminium […]

This week the Indian aluminium industry has been under the spotlight for various reasons. To begin with Indian conglomerate Vedanta Aluminium has embarked on a new project worth INR 1,28 lakh crore (US$ 15.42 billion) to boost Odisha’s economy. The company is planning to set up a 3 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) aluminium smelter […]

The US has doubled tariffs on aluminium imports to 50 per cent, aiming to protect domestic industry. But this decision has been accepted by the industry in different manners. Like, for Century Aluminium, the move has been welcomed in a positive manner and may help in the company’s profit. However on the other hand, the […]

The global aluminium and steel industry faced another renewed set of disruptions when the US trade policy took another unexpected turn. Just a day after a Federal Court temporarily blocked the implementation of tariffs, sparking global optimism, President Donald Trump swiftly countered the decision by doubling the tariff from 25 per cent to 50 per […]

In recent developments across the global aluminium market, a wave of volatility is shaking confidence in trade flows, regional pricing, and long-term investment decisions. From sudden legal reversals in the United States to softening premiums in Asia and ripple effects from routine maintenance in China, the aluminium value chain is caught in a tangle of […]

The aluminium industry has witnessed a lot of significant events throughout the week, with achievements on one end and unexpected setbacks on the other. The dynamic contrast makes it one of the most captivating sectors to follow today. Let’s unlock what kept the week on its toes. To begin with, Vedanta Chairperson Anil Agarwal has […]

Who said that the tariff tension is gone? The aluminium industry has been grappling with this tension for a long time. To add to this, following extensive consultations and bilateral discussions with the United States over the 25 per cent tariffs imposed on aluminium and steel exports, India has formally notified the World Trade Organisation […]

The aluminium industry is currently navigating a landscape of sharp contrasts—marked by remarkable highs and surprising lows—making it one of the most intriguing sectors to watch. A series of significant developments has kept the momentum alive, each playing a distinct role in shaping the industry’s evolving story. To begin with, two of Alcoa’s aluminium smelters […]

Aluminium is a vital element of the global economy, and the rising demand for the green metal underscores its enduring importance. Although the industry faces occasional challenges and disruptions, the push for sustainable aluminium continues to gain momentum. This week, top companies like Hydro, Vedanta, and Metlen Energy and Metals released their financial result, reflecting […]