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Recycling & Policy

Aluminum Scrap Evolves Into a Strategic Resource as Nations Compete for Domestic Supply

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June 10, 2026

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Governments and industry bodies worldwide are increasingly treating aluminum scrap as a strategic national resource, with supply security becoming a top policy priority. In May 2026, the Bureau of International Recycling (BIR), Recycling Europe, and several other industry organizations submitted a joint letter to the European Commission opposing proposed export restrictions on aluminum scrap. The groups argue that Europe does not face a structural scrap shortage and warn that export controls could harm recyclers, reduce investment, and weaken the circular economy.

The debate reflects a broader global trend. European Aluminium has argued that large volumes of high-quality scrap leaving the region are weakening the competitiveness of Europe's domestic recycling industry, with some secondary aluminum production capacity remaining underutilized as a result. The issue is closely tied to the EU's industrial and climate strategies, and the final policy outcome remains under active discussion.

Elsewhere, Japan introduced a new Circular Economy Action Plan in 2026 targeting approximately ¥1 trillion in circular economy investment by 2030. The initiative aims to improve resource productivity, increase recycling rates, and reduce reliance on imported raw materials — reinforcing a global shift toward securing domestic non-ferrous metal supply chains in the face of rising geopolitical uncertainty.

For decades, aluminium scrap has been traded globally as a conventional recyclable commodity, with trade flows largely driven by price, logistics costs and regional supply-demand dynamics. However, as energy transition, low-carbon manufacturing and resource security become increasingly important, the strategic value of aluminium scrap is being reassessed worldwide.

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Bureau of International Recycling (BIR

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Copper Surges Toward $14,000/t as Aluminum Hits a Four-Year High

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June 2, 2026

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Copper climbed toward $14,000 a ton while aluminum advanced to its highest level in more than four years, as unresolved conflict in the Middle East and optimism over global demand powered gains across base metals. Aluminum availability has come under particular pressure, with supply chains through the Strait of Hormuz significantly disrupted. Copper traders, meanwhile, are bracing for a critical tariff decision that could further tighten an already strained market.

Analysts at HSBC noted that metals prices are broadly in an upswing, driven by supply disruptions for some commodities and strong structural demand. Aluminum rose more than 25% year-to-date on the London Metal Exchange, reaching levels not seen since 2022. Cash aluminum contracts were trading at a premium of over $116 per ton above three-month futures — the biggest gap since 2007, signaling extreme tightness in near-term supply.

Goldman Sachs raised its year-end copper price forecast by more than 10%, while Citigroup described aluminum as facing its most bullish supply-demand conditions in at least half a century. With supply shrinking faster than demand weakens, prices continue to rise despite broader economic uncertainty — a dynamic that industry observers say is historically rare.

Aluminum was up 1.3% at $3,765 a ton by 12:17 p.m. on the London Metal Exchange, marking an advance of more than 25% this year. Copper rose 0.9% to $13,962 a ton. 

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Industry Outlook

World Bank Forecasts 22% Aluminum Price Rise in 2026 Amid Middle East Supply Shock

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May 7, 2026

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The World Bank's metal and mineral price index rose 13% in the first quarter of 2026 and extended its gains into April, driven by mounting supply concerns tied to conflict in the Middle East. The impact has been most pronounced for aluminum, given the region's key role in global supply chains. The World Bank projects aluminum prices to increase by approximately 22% over the course of 2026.

The global lender's outlook reflects ongoing tight supplies — particularly for aluminum and copper — combined with what it describes as robust industrial demand. Copper is also expected to see strong price gains, underpinned by a structural shortage of refined supply. The International Copper Study Group has separately forecast a global refined copper deficit of roughly 150,000 metric tons in 2026, creating a secondary squeeze across the power generation and distribution sectors.

The World Bank also noted that aluminum, nickel, tin, and copper are all expected to see the largest price increases among base metals over 2026–2027, with copper and tin — both essential for clean-energy technologies — projected to reach new record highs in nominal US dollar terms. These forecasts assume persistent supply constraints that are expected to keep markets relatively tight through 2027.

World Bank predicts metals price rise in 2026 The Washington-based institution says a spike in precious metals values is leading the way in an anticipated double-digit overall metals and minerals price increase in 2026.

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Recycling Today

]]> https://terramettrading.com/world-bank-forecasts-22-aluminum-price-rise-in-2026-amid-middle-east-supply-shock/feed/ 0 Global Non-Ferrous Metals Market to Reach $1.77 Trillion by The Year 2034 https://terramettrading.com/global-non-ferrous-metals-market-to-reach-1-77-trillion-by-2034/ https://terramettrading.com/global-non-ferrous-metals-market-to-reach-1-77-trillion-by-2034/#respond Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:10:29 +0000 https://terramettrading.com/?p=689
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Global Non-Ferrous Metals Market to Reach $1.77 Trillion by The Year 2034

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April 20, 2026

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The global non-ferrous metals market — valued at USD 1.23 trillion in 2025 — is projected to grow to USD 1.77 trillion by 2034, advancing at a compound annual growth rate of 4.03% from 2026 to 2034. The Asia-Pacific region currently dominates the market, holding a 40% share, driven primarily by China's expansive manufacturing base, rapid industrial innovation, surging electric vehicle adoption, and robust government-backed infrastructure investment.

On a global scale, the market is being driven by a convergence of powerful macroeconomic forces. The rapidly increasing demand for electric vehicles is one of the most significant factors, with copper, aluminum, nickel, and lithium all seeing rising consumption in battery technology, wiring systems, and structural vehicle components. In the United States, the aerospace and defense sectors are fueling demand for high-strength alloys including titanium and nickel-based superalloys used in next-generation military aircraft and space exploration programs.

Growing investment in semiconductor manufacturing and medical devices is further expanding the application base for specialty non-ferrous metals. Renewable energy infrastructure — solar panels, wind turbines, and upgraded electrical grids — is also generating sustained demand across multiple metal categories. Industry analysts expect these structural trends to support non-ferrous metal markets well into the next decade.

The industry is driven by rising demand for electric vehicles, renewable energy, and digital infrastructure, with Asia-Pacific leading due to China’s manufacturing and EV growth

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Electric Vehicles Are Reshaping Global Demand for Copper, Nickel, and Lithium

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March 9, 2026

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The rapid global adoption of electric vehicles is fundamentally reshaping demand across the non-ferrous metals sector. Each electric vehicle requires up to four times more copper than a conventional internal combustion engine vehicle, used across wiring harnesses, motors, and charging infrastructure. Aluminum is equally critical, serving as the primary material for lightweight vehicle bodies, battery trays, and structural components. Nickel, lithium, and cobalt form the triple pillars of EV battery chemistry, enabling the high energy density and thermal stability that modern vehicles demand.

According to data from the Copper Development Association, new data centers added in 2026 alone will consume an estimated 460,000 tonnes of copper — illustrating how the AI infrastructure boom and the EV revolution are simultaneously competing for the same limited pool of metals. Morgan Stanley analysts have highlighted that building out renewable power and electric transport requires vast quantities of industrial metals, with copper, aluminum, lithium, nickel, and cobalt all seeing robust demand from car production, battery manufacturing, solar panels, wind turbines, and upgraded electric grids.

In China, Europe, and the US, strong investment in renewable energy and associated infrastructure has already boosted demand for base metals. That trend is expected to accelerate through 2026 and beyond as countries race to expand green capacity and meet climate commitments, making non-ferrous metals more strategically important than ever before.

Global EV battery demand is set to drive lithium consumption up by 40% by 2026, reshaping global supply chains.

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