Canada Extends Steel and Aluminum Tariffs, TRQ System for Non-USMCA Countries Until 2027

[SMM Aluminum Alloy Flash] This week, China’s social inventory of cast aluminum alloy ingots recorded 28,100 mt, up 2,500 mt WoW, marking the second consecutive week of inventory buildup, with the buildup magnitude further widening from last week. Currently in the demand off-season, downstream purchase willingness is low, and market shipment pace is slow. Meanwhile, periodic increases in spot-futures arbitrage purchases provided some replenishment to inventory. Overall, social inventory still faces buildup pressure in the short term, and it is expected to continue a slight upward trend.

[SMM Aluminum Express News] Kaiser Aluminum has appointed Fred Stephan as its next President and CEO, effective November 1, 2026, succeeding Keith Harvey. Stephan joins Kaiser from Amcor, where he most recently served as Chief Operating Officer of Global Flexible Packaging Solutions, overseeing manufacturing, R&D and commercial operations. The transition provides continuity while bringing in an executive with strong packaging and manufacturing experience. Kaiser said the appointment is intended to build on its existing strategy and operational momentum across aerospace and high-strength, packaging, general engineering and automotive markets. Harvey will remain closely involved during the transition, providing continuity after a 45-year career at Kaiser.