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  October 14, 2024

  Shanghai Alumina Futures Reach Record Levels Amid Supply Disruptions

  BY Sophia Schmitz
  Shanghai alumina futures soared to record highs on Friday, driven by ongoing global supply disruptions and strong Chinese demand, according to Bloomberg News. Alumina prices on the Shanghai Futures Exchange surged 6.4%, reaching 4,630 yuan per ton—the highest level since the contract’s debut in June 2023. The price spike was partly attributed to potential supply...
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  October 9, 2024

  Japan’s Copper Supply Set for 5.5% Increase in Second Half of Fiscal 2025

  BY Lars Jensen
  Japan’s refined copper production is expected to increase by 5.5% in the second half of fiscal 2025 compared to the same period a year earlier, according to Reuters calculations based on smelter plans. This increase is primarily attributed to reduced maintenance activities and solid demand. The financial second half covers the period from October to...
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