India’s aluminium prices hit record highs in early 2026, tracking LME’s surge above $3,000/ton, driven by tight global supply, China’s capacity limits, high energy costs, tariffs, and strong Indian demand, keeping domestic premiums elevated and outlook volatile through the year.
Oil little changed on uncertainty over US-Iran peace deal
Oil prices saw little change on Friday after a significant drop. Hopes for an early end to the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran have faded. This