Chalco Cuts Aluminum Prices on May 18 After Four Consecutive Days of Hike

Published: May 18, 2017 14:27

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China Aluminum International Trading Co. (Chalco Trading) lowered aluminum prices it offered in major markets today for hiking prices for four days in a row, it said on its WeChat.

SHANGHAI, May 18 (SMM) –China Aluminum International Trading Co. (Chalco Trading) lowered aluminum prices it offered in major markets today for hiking prices for four days in a row, it said on its WeChat.

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Unit: yuan/tonne

Note: Chalco Trading is a full subsidiary under Chalco responsible for alumina and aluminum sales.

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