U.S. Aluminum Industry Navigates Tariff Changes

The Aluminum Monthly Metals Index (MMI) continued to move sideways, with a modest 1.11% rise from January to February. In the face ongoing tariff threats, LME aluminum prices remained consolidated while the Midwest Premium surged. Tariffs Add Chaos to the Aluminum Market Since President Trump’s term started, the aluminum market has been squarely in the crosshairs of trade barriers. News of a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico set to go into effect on March 1, followed by a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum beginning March 12,…