Aluminum Premiums Surge After New Tariffs Imposed

Via Metal Miner   In the past month, the cost of importing aluminum into the United States has risen sharply. This occurred as aluminum market delivery premiums, the added charges above the base metal price for physical shipments, came close to record highs. This surge in costs stems primarily from a combination of fresh U.S. tariffs, global shipping delays, rising freight costs and widespread supply chain issues. Trump Tariffs Drive U.S. Aluminum Premiums to Record Highs On April 9, tariffs of 20% on goods from the EU and 10% on UK goods…