Alcoa draws new orders as Iran war continues

Aluminum producer Alcoa is receiving increased interest from customers as states in the Persian Gulf region curtail production amid the Iran war.

“We are getting more inquiries from customers for the second quarter as well as for the second half of 2026 related to Middle East supply uncertainty,” said Molly Beerman, chief financial officer for the Pittsburgh-based company. Beerman spoke at J.P. Morgan’s 2026 Industrials Conference last week.

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