Building & Construction
July 22, 2026
Written by Nicholas Bell
July survey responses trended toward a partial return in qualitative lead time extension, although measured lead times continued to move in different directions depending on the product type.
Common alloy and auto body sheet as well as billet lead times increased, while 6061 extrusion and P1020 or high-purity ingot lead times declined.
Ken Simonson, chief economist for the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), will join SMU and AMU for a Community Chat webinar on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 11 a.m. ET.
Aluminum sheet lead times rose modestly in October, while broader supply indicators remained largely stable after September’s shift.
Texarkana Aluminum received ASI Performance Standard certification for its Texas rolling operations following a multiyear expansion of the facility.
IAPMO’s Systems Certification Body has issued the first certificates under the Aluminum Anodizers Council’s program for anodized aluminum.
Investor focus last week remained on the ongoing correlation between US treasury yields and oil prices, especially now that 10-year rates have reached fresh highs.
