MetalX, Commonwealth Rolled Products announce partnership
MetalX will maintain its headquarters in Fort Wayne and both companies will maintain their own independence and management, the companies said.
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Monthly Round-Up: Earnings kickoff, tariff talks continue, and more
There’s a lot of news to keep track of, so we’re lending a hand with highlights from the past month and what they mean for you.
Container imports decline sharply in September
Imports through the 10 largest U.S. ports fell 6.6% year over year in September. This is the beginning of a trend that container freight experts say will persist into 2026.
Kaiser updates expansion projects, raises EBITDA outlook again
The company again upwardly revised its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook, expecting it to improve 20%-25% year over year.
What’s next for Canada trade talks and the Midwest premium?
Trump’s decision to suspend trade negotiations with Canada has crushed expectations of any relief for Canadian producers or the U.S. Midwest P1020 premium.
ADI confident automakers will stick with aluminum despite disruptions
A fire at a Novelis aluminum mill in September shook up domestic supply for automakers
International Monetary Fund sees risks in global growth prospects
Tariffs, immigration crackdowns and the loss of foreign aid are expected to drag down economies.
Transmission grid gets boost from federal loan guarantee
Upgrades of transmission lines translates into new demand for Aluminum Core Steel Reenforced electric cable.
ADI sees more aluminum growth ahead
“We will see how things go over the next six to eight months or so, but there is definitely growth opportunity there," CEO says.
Aluminum Association calls for UBC export ban
The Aluminum Association is urging the U.S. government to ban exports of used beverage container (UBC) scrap to keep high-quality recycled aluminum within North America and strengthen domestic supply for manufacturers.