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AL Pedia: Your A-Z Guide to the World of ALuminium

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Updated on 25 August 2025 Aluminium is everywhere, from the bauxite mines to the sleek products we use daily. But how well do we understand the journey of this versatile metal? That’s where AL Pedia, a knowledge hub under AL Learn, comes in. Through AL Pedia, we’re building an easy-to-follow A-Z encyclopedia of aluminium, covering […]

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Upstream weekly: India’s strategic trade shift with SRVA policy change & aluminium growth in Japan

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Recent developments in India’s economic and industrial policies underscore the nation’s growing influence in global trade and strategic partnerships. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has relaxed regulations governing Special Rupee Vostro Accounts (SRVAs), allowing banks to open these accounts without prior approval. This move facilitates direct trade settlements in Indian Rupees (INR) among BRICS […]

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5 questions to ask before investing in aluminium advertising in 2026

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When it comes to aluminium advertising, every dollar matters. Whether you’re a producer, fabricator, equipment supplier, end-user brand or a service provider in the aluminium value chain, you want your message to land in front of the right people and deliver measurable results. But here’s the catch: Many companies jump into advertising without asking the […]

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Upstream weekly: NALCO & Hindalco post stellar earnings amidst challenging aluminium market conditions

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The upstream aluminium market kicked off the week with a mix of strong earnings, operational challenges, and strategic resilience across major players. India’s state-run NALCO delivered a stellar start to FY26, posting a 77 per cent year-on-year surge in Q1 profit on the back of buoyant demand, cost efficiencies, and robust exports. Hindalco also reported […]

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Upstream weekly: US-India trade row deepens over aluminium tariffs; Russia partnership gains ground

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The protectionist tariff strategy once championed by US President Donald Trump to bolster domestic aluminium and steel production appears to be backfiring in early 2025. US trade relations with India have entered a turbulent phase. The US recently rejected India’s request for consultations at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) over the doubling of tariffs on […]

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Why aluminium is the magic metal?

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The history of aluminium is relatively short since it was discovered only in the nineteenth century, yet it has become an essential part of everyday life. Therefore, aluminium is an attractive material for many applications, including transportation, electrical, packaging and food industries, architecture, renewable energy production and batteries and it is also included in the […]

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Upstream weekly: Vedanta, Rio Tinto & Constellium reports mixed financial results amidst revenue growth & strained profit

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This week the global aluminium industry has witnessed a lot of significant events. From North America’s brewing tariff tensions to fluctuating stock performances in India, to three major players of the global aluminium industry, namely Rio Tinto, Vedanta and Constellium SE announcing their latest financial updates. To begin with, Rio Tinto, reported a dip in […]

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What lessons do I learn from a GLOBAL aluminium SUPPLY CHAIN?

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When you’re building an aluminium supply chain across countries, you’re not just moving products, you’re managing: Expectations, solving logistics PUZZLEs, connecting people who often speak different business “languages.” Here’s what I’ve learned from working in the middle of that process, between factory, forwarder and customer, every single day. Logistics is not just delivery; it’s a […]

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Hedging with Jorge #Episode 63: Why hedgers buy call options, explained with a car insurance analogy

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In today’s blog of Hedging with Jorge, we continue our journey into the world of aluminium market risk management by exploring a key financial instrument used by hedgers: the call option. While often associated with speculative trading, the use of call options for hedging follows a completely different logic, one that’s more aligned with buying […]

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Upstream weekly:  Canada hints at revising 25% tariff on US aluminium and steel amid trade talks

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Trade tensions are once again simmering across North America and Asia as the United States faces mounting pressure from key partners over its stance on aluminium and steel imports. In July 2025, two major developments unfolded, Canada hinted at revising its retaliatory tariffs on US metals, while India drew sharp criticism from Washington after threatening […]

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