Latest news on China Alumina markets

DAILY: Chinese spot and futures alumina prices diverge

China’s spot alumina prices softened on January 22 after a brief period of stability, while futures contracts rebounded markedly.

NBS: China's alumina output rises 8% YoY in 2025

China produced 92.45 million tonnes of alumina of all grades, including metallurgical-grade material, in 2025, up 8% from 2024, according to the latest data released by the country’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This marked the highest level since the NBS began releasing the data in February

Survey: Alumina inventory at Chinese ports 2026.01.22

Mysteel weekly survey on China alumina port inventory, breakdown by port. (Unit: '000t)

DAILY: Chinese spot alumina prices largely mark time

Chinese alumina prices largely stabilized in the spot market on January 21 after a prolonged drop, while futures prices were volatile the same day.

GACC: China's 2025 alumina exports surge 43% YoY

China exported 2.55 million tonnes of alumina during 2025, higher by a huge 42.7% from the 2024 total, according to the latest data released by the country's General Administration of Customs (GACC).

DAILY: Chinese alumina prices extend downward trend

China's alumina prices extended their downward trend in both the physical and derivatives markets on January 20, with three of the country's five key alumina-producing regions recording declines in spot prices.

DAILY: Chinese spot alumina prices remain soft

Chinese spot alumina prices dipped lower on January 20, while alumina futures recorded notable losses amid bearish market sentiment.

WEEKLY: China's spot alumina slips further under rising inventories

China's alumina market remained under pressure during the January 9-15 week, as inventories continued to accumulate despite largely stable production and demand, weighing further on spot alumina prices.

DAILY: Chinese spot alumina prices inch lower, futures rebound slightly overnight

China's alumina prices for spot sales inched lower again on January 16, while those for futures contracts slightly rebounded during the nighttime trading session following marked daytime losses.

Survey: China alumina production cost 2025-12

Mysteel monthly survey on China's alumina production cash costs by province  Survey month: 2025-12    (Unit: yuan/t)