Global Trade
September 23, 2025
Written by Stephanie Ritenbaugh
Public comments are open on the USMCA to offer feedback on how the agreement is functioning.
USMCA is the deal between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada that was struck during President Trump’s first term to replace NAFTA.
US aluminum scrap imports increased faster than exports through August, while similar tonnage gains kept net exports near year earlier levels.
Stellantis’ Etobicoke Casting Plant faces uncertain production commitments and potential operational disruption as Unifor prepares strike authorization votes.
Mumbai-based Hindalco said in a regulatory filing it would forgo the deal due to “extended closure delays beyond the control of either party."
LME aluminum prices moved lower into October as on-warrant stocks declined and investment firms reduced net-long exposure.
Indonesian unwrought aluminum exports increased sharply in August, with the US and South Korea accounting for a growing share of shipments.
