Chalco Cuts Aluminum Prices on Fading Impact from Output Cut Rumor at China Hongqiao

Published: Aug 4, 2017 10:27

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China Aluminum International Trading Co. (Chalco Trading) cut aluminum prices it offered in major markets today after yesterday’s dramatic hike.

SHANGHAI, Aug. 4 (SMM) –China Aluminum International Trading Co. (Chalco Trading) cut aluminum prices it offered in major markets today after yesterday’s dramatic hike.

SHFE Aluminum Soars after Much-Higher-than-Expected Cut Rumor at China Hongqiao

Yesterday’s hike is probably because of rumor that China Hongqiao Group will slash aluminum capacity, SMM understands.

China Aluminum Stocks Surge Again After Hitting All-Time High, SMM Says

Today’s across-the-board cut is possibly due to fading impact from the cut rumor, SMM added.

For details, please see the table below:

Unit: yuan/tonne

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

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