Contributor: Nicholas Bell

Nicholas Bell

Nicholas brings over half a decade of experience covering metals markets, pricing trends, and supply chain dynamics. Prior to joining AMU, he reported on aluminum, high-temperature scrap, and ferro-alloy markets at Argus Media, with additional coverage of minor metals and rare earths. His work has built deep expertise in North American metals pricing and trade flows. A native of Houston, Nicholas holds a bachelor’s degree in Media Production and an MBA with a concentration in Finance, both from the University of Houston.

Tariff talks define Alcoa's Q1

“It takes many years to build a new smelter and at least five to six smelters would be required to address the U.S. demand for primary aluminum” - Alcoa during Q1 2025 earnings call

Heavy week for a light metal

Russian-origin metal comprised around 88% of open tonnages available in the LME at the end of last month.

The Value Trap: USMCA Compliance Paradoxes

Maybe it’s a thought exercise for a strategic sourcing manager or maybe it could be a very real supply chain hurdle.

Retaliation Day: The day tariffs hit back

Global trade partners hit back hard, targeting US aluminum, autos, and more.

Tariffs, tension, and treading water

Tariffs take center stage