– Aluminium prices are climbing due to U.S. tariffs on Mexican imports,restricted Chinese production,and increasing European demand.
– MCX July Aluminium futures showed a positive bias at ₹253/kg, up by 0.06%.- On the Shanghai Futures Exchange, the most active contract gained 0.75% to reach ¥20,900 ($2,913.26) per ton.
– Three-month LME contracts increased by 0.65%, trading at $2,646.50 per ton.
– The U.S. announced a 30% tariff on Mexican aluminium products effective from August 1, 2025.
– China’s output is constrained due to an annual cap of 45 million tons, part of its carbon emission goals.
– European demand is rising as the EU increases defense goods production amidst sanctions on Russia.
– Technical charts show bullish patterns with aluminium prices making steady higher highs and maintaining support above ₹245 (MCX).
– Moving averages signal a shift towards bullish momentum; traders are advised to adopt a “buy-on-dips” strategy around ₹250-251 with targets set at ₹262-264.
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The recent upward trend in aluminium pricing can considerably impact global trade dynamics and India’s place in it as both a producer and consumer of base metals. With restricted chinese supply driving prices higher globally and new U.S.-imposed tariffs affecting North American trade structures, Indian industries may face dual challenges: rising input costs for domestic manufacturers reliant on imported materials and opportunities for exporters looking to leverage increasing European demand amid supply chain disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions (e.g., sanctions on Russia).
Domestically, India must balance these external pressures by bolstering its own strategic capabilities in aluminium production while addressing environmental concerns similar to China’s carbon restrictions strategy-highlighting regulatory reforms as critical for long-term competitiveness in commodities markets.