Construction faces headwinds from tariff uncertainty, immigration crackdown
Tariffs and inflation have been playing havoc on prices and higher interest rates, and lending requirements have made financing more difficult.
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U.S. opens circumvention case into Chinese foil containers after AFCMA flags rerouting
After a major industry complaint, the U.S. is investigating whether Chinese foil containers are just relabeled detours.
Granges Americas operations a mixed bag in Q2'25
Gränges Americas said its operations during the second quarter were essentially flat, with sales to HVAC customers gaining steam while demand in other markets softened.
Ball v. Crown and the limits of design
A patent dispute between two aluminum can giants highlights that a can designed to minimize waste shouldn't be piling up in landfills.
AMU's June monthly round-up: Tariffs, shifts, and strains
There's a lot of news to keep track of, so we're lending a hand with highlights from June and what it means for you.
Import report card: Fragmented by design
The latest import data reveals a market no longer shaped by supply and demand alone, but by tariffs, carveouts, and timing.
Manufacturing tax credit to sunset under Trump bill
The bill signed last week will sunset Section 45x, the advanced manufacturing tax credit, by 2030.
Hydro Extrusions production recertified by ASI
The recertification, which is valid for three years, includes the company’s ingot casting, rolling of aluminum coils and strips, extrusion, fabrication and surface finishing, and the manufacturing of aluminum tubes.
Aluminerie Alouette’s Power Move: Aluminum supply chain under Hydro-Québec
Aluminerie Alouette's will invest $1.1 billion and secure a green power deal in a strategic bid for long-term stability.
AMU Survey: Tariffs cast a shadow on the market
Demand is holding steady, but on-again, off-again tariffs continue to sow uncertainty in the markets, according to AMU’s monthly market survey.