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The Trump administration is working to scale back the scope of metals tariffs, which could potentially ease trade tensions with the European Union.

Chuangxin Industries Holdings Ltd., a Chinese aluminum smelter, experienced a positive trading debut in Hong Kong, with shares rising following an IPO that raised HK$5.5 billion ($707 million).

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The Nasdaq Composite is experiencing a decline, reversing earlier gains, due to Nvidia's loss of momentum, while bitcoin also extends its recent losses to its lowest point since April.

Aluminum and copper prices have dropped as investors hold off on trading ahead of upcoming US economic data, with diminishing hopes for a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut in the near term.

Century Aluminum's stock experienced a significant decline, marking its largest drop in seven months, following Glencore's decision to reduce its shareholding in the company.

Aluminum prices surged to a seven-week high in London after Norsk Hydro's Alunorte plant in Brazil reduced output by 50% due to natural gas disruptions, with aluminum rising nearly 2% and alumina futures gaining 1% in Shanghai.

Morgan Stanley warns that the aluminum market may remain tight for an extended period due to smelter shutdowns and lengthy restart timelines, potentially supporting higher prices.

The London Metals Index has reached a record high due to supply disruptions in aluminum caused by the Middle East war and a recent increase in copper prices, indicating a bullish trend for industrial metals.

The aluminum market has entered a prolonged supply shortage, described as a 'black hole' by JPMorgan, indicating a potentially significant impact on prices and related assets.

Aluminum prices are surging due to supply disruptions caused by the war in the Middle East, with the metal heading for its biggest monthly gain in nearly two years.

The recent escalation of tensions between Iran and US allies, marked by missile strikes and power outages in Tehran, has led to an increase in oil and aluminum prices.