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Aluminum MMI: Aluminum Prices Trade Sideways After Decline

Aluminum prices declined overall in May. However, near the end of the month, they appeared to hit bottom and began to trade sideways. Conflicting macroeconomic and geopolitical factors continue to pressure markets, resulting in unclear direction and price trends. Overall, the Aluminum Monthly Metals Index (MMI) dropped by 6.21% month over month.  Shanghai Lockdowns Return, […]

Rolled Aluminum Anti Dumping Suspension on China by European Commission Ends

The EU has announced an end to the temporary suspension of anti-dumping duties on rolled aluminum products into the block. The suspension was set to expire in July. The news comes hot on the heels of last week’s announcement that the UK would establish provisional duties for six months while it carries out an anti-dumping […]

UK moves to slap anti dumping duties on aluminium bar imports from China

The UK Trade Remedies Authority announced on Friday, May 20, that new measures should be put in place to “protect the UK’s aluminum extrusion industry” from dumped Chinese products.” The surprise move comes after an 11-month investigation into inconsistencies with aluminum bar imports. The TRA made the recommendation to the organization’s current Secretary of State […]

Aluminum MMI: Global Aluminum Prices Drop Alongside Other Base Metals

From a technical perspective, global aluminum prices began to change structure in short time frames, which could suggest further price drops. Currently, prices are beginning to approach previously-established lows. However, a bullish trend reversal can’t occur until aluminum establishes a clear price floor. Source: MetalMiner Insights The Aluminum Monthly Metals Index (MMI) dropped by 8.84% […]

The Metals Forecast: Are The Bears Back in Town?

Following a strongly inflationary metal environment in Q1, Q2 2022 is looking like a whole different ballgame. Indeed, it’s no secret that the global economy is currently facing a number of major challenges. Alone, none of these would be enough to derail us from last year’s strong rebound. When added together, however, they’re helping to […]

The Best Market Forecast Looks a Lot Like an Aluminum Forecast

MetalMiner avails itself of both Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Technical Analysis (TA) to better understand market direction. In short-term analyses, AI works particularly well. However, when looking for long-term answers, TA is far more insightful. This is particularly true when determining the best market forecast in terms of bullish, sideways, or bearish. Charts, Forecasts, and […]

Buying Strategies in Falling Aluminum and Steel Price Markets

Recent key shifts in macroeconomic indicators could significantly impact both aluminum and steel prices. Historically, the best way for companies to protect themselves during times of uncertainty is to change buying strategies. Most commodities have traded in a bull market for the past one and a half years. This has allowed companies of all sizes […]

The Aluminum Price Forecast: China is Coming

Don’t worry – this isn’t another “reds-under-the-bed” story. Rather, it’s a look into how Chinese aluminum semis are quickly becoming the market’s main price setting (at least in Europe). With Russia more or less out of the picture and domestic mills booked up for months, China is the only swing producer with capacity to spare. […]

Titanium Market Facing Major Supply Constraints

Like other industry insiders, the team here at MetalMiner has paid very close attention to the way international sanctions on Russia are affecting metals markets. When the invasion of Ukraine started, aluminum, zinc, and even steel had been strongly supported. Since early March, those prices have fallen back (as have Russian troops). Despite this, we […]

Let’s Not Forget China

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has sent shock waves throughout global metals markets. However, it’s important to remember that the most consistent longer-term driver of metal prices is Chinese demand. That’s why it’s surprising to see how little attention has been paid to the world’s largest consumer and producer of metals in recent months. It’s understandable […]

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