[SMM Flash News] China Tightens Control Over Primary Aluminum Capacity; Prices Rise in Afternoon Trading

Published: May 26, 2026 21:03

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Market reports indicate that China is further regulating the operation of primary aluminum capacity, leading to a reduction in excess production in parts of Guangxi. Market Performance: In the afternoon session, the SHFE aluminum contract closed up 0.53% at 24,570 yuan/ton, having earlier touched a high of 24,710 yuan/ton. Among listed companies, Chalco (China Aluminum) hit the daily price limit with a 10.01% gain, Nanshan Aluminum rose 8.81%, Yunnan Aluminum Co. gained 7.39%, and Hongqiao Holdings climbed 8.14%.

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