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Iran War Triggers Global Aluminum Crisis, Prices Surge

4/17/2026

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The ongoing Iran war is driving a severe global aluminum supply crisis.
Analysts forecast a deficit of up to 4 million metric tons this year, primarily affecting Western buyers.
Emirates Global Aluminium and Aluminium Bahrain have sustained damage from missile strikes.
Sanctions on Russian metal and high import tariffs are pushing manufacturers to seek costly alternatives.
Prices are expected to rise as stocks deplete.

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Story summary

The ongoing Iran war is driving a severe global aluminum supply crisis.
Analysts forecast a deficit of up to 4 million metric tons this year, primarily affecting Western buyers.
Emirates Global Aluminium and Aluminium Bahrain have sustained damage from missile strikes.
Sanctions on Russian metal and high import tariffs are pushing manufacturers to seek costly alternatives.
Prices are expected to rise as stocks deplete.