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Competing for alumina cargoes: research notes from China
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Report summary
Alumina prices have skyrocketed since the start of the year. Spot prices vaulted higher, supported by strong demand, supply disruptions, and feedstock bottlenecks this year. The SHFE alumina cash price hit the highest record since the launch of alumina futures amid the tight supply. The soaring price of alumina was a dominant theme at the Antaike conference in Kunming, China. In this insight, we provide an update on the state of the alumina market.
Table of contents
- The alumina price has doubled since the start of the year.
- When will the supply crunch ease?
- Will smelters curtail production?
- Conclusion
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Ex-China alumina supply loss (kt)China’s new capacity and restarts in 2024 & 2025, ktpaWeekly alumina stock in ChinaThe timeframe of new refinery projects in China, ktpa
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