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Aluminium

US aluminum market digests tariff-induced volatility at Platts Symposium

547 Views16 Feb 2026 15:56
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SUMMARY
  • Tariffs and trade actions have caused uncertainty and volatility in the US aluminum industry
  • The US Midwest premium has quadrupled and imports have dwindled due to the 50% tariffs
  • Consumer behavior in the high priced environment has not yet shown significant decreases in purchasing, with many still planning big ticket purchases.

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