Aluminum
US aluminum is poised for a comeback — if it overcomes these hurdles
Globally, a deficit in aluminum supply is expected to worsen this year following damage to major Middle Eastern smelters and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict.Oklahoma AG files motion to halt Inola aluminum smelter project
In late June, the Inola City Council passed the 60-day moratorium following public outcry against the project. Drummond, who is also a Republican gubernatorial candidate, wants to halt the project while his lawsuit against the smelter proceeds.Aluminum Hits A Seven-Week High As Stockpiles Thin
On the London Metal Exchange (LME), three-month aluminum traded around $3,323 a metric ton after touching $3,336.50, its highest since June 23rd. ING, a Dutch bank, said fundamentals still look supportive and the market is expected to run a supply deficit this year, meaning demand outstrips supply.Hydro, GM Team Up on Recycled Aluminium for EVs
Hydro CIRCAL has a carbon footprint of 1.5 kilograms of CO₂ equivalent per kilogram of aluminium or lower. It delivers nearly 70% reduction in emissions compared with the average carbon footprint of primary aluminium production in North America.Trump’s Critical Materials Initiative Wins Aluminum Association Support
The presidential memorandum instructs the U.S. Commerce Department to use powers under the Defense Production Act to improve the availability of critical materials needed for manufacturing and national defense.Commentary: Aluminum tariffs are driving manufacturing growth in SC
In 2000, there were 23 primary aluminum smelters in the United States. Today, the market has been overtaken by foreign countries that have exploited U.S. trade law and flooded the country with unfairly traded aluminum imports. Only four smelters remain in the United States.Century Aluminum Boosts U.S. Primary Aluminum Output with Mt. Holly Expansion
According to a company news release, the expansion is backed by a $50 million investment, which will increase the Mt. Holly workforce to more than 600 employees. The company noted that the project is expected to strengthen domestic aluminum production.Vietnam completes aluminum value chain with first aluminum ingots
After more than 11 years of development, the plant successfully produced aluminum ingots with a purity of 99.71%, completing the final stage of Vietnam's aluminum production process.Kaiser Aluminum Raises 2026 Outlook After Record Q2 Results
Kaiser Aluminum recorded net income of $97 million, while adjusted net income reached $94 million.