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Bauxite Market Diverges: Oversupply Hits U.S. and China as Germany Rides Demand Rebound
Bauxite Market Diverges: Oversupply Hits U.S. and China as Germany Rides Demand Rebound

Bauxite Market Diverges: Oversupply Hits U.S. and China as Germany Rides Demand Rebound

  • 09-Apr-2025 8:00 PM
  • Journalist: Timothy Greene

In March, the global bauxite market is entering a phase of divergence. While Germany reflects a classic supply-demand squeeze with bullish implications, the U.S. and China face price pressure from oversupply and weakening end-user confidence.

The US Bauxite prices decreased, due to an increase in supply and low demand dynamics. Supply has ramped up notably, supported by strategic expansions like Bengang Plates Co.鈥檚 joint venture with Ansteel Green Gold Industry Development Co., signaling confidence in long-term value creation. The investment into a new recycling-focused entity strengthens Bengang鈥檚 position in northeast China while improving raw material logistics. Meanwhile, aluminum inventories surged in early March, highlighting the increasing availability across major hubs. However, demand is not keeping pace. Additionally, increasing trade tensions鈥攑articularly the reciprocal 34% tariffs between China and the U.S.鈥攈ave dampened export-related activity and undermined sentiment in downstream sectors. With manufacturers turning cautious amidst uncertainty, the ripple effects are visible in the reduced appetite for bauxite.

The prices of Bauxite in Germany incline, influenced by supply and demand fluctuation. On the supply side, the availability of bauxite feedstock, has contracted sharply. Additionally, seasonal weather disruptions like the recent cold snap have curbed scrap generation, while global trends鈥攕uch as China's limited smelter output and falling inventories鈥攈ave added pressure. In contrast, demand is gaining traction, a resurgence in Germany鈥檚 automotive sector is fuelling consumption. Moreover, infrastructure activity is also rising, evidenced by Thyssenkrupp鈥檚 furnace upgrade in Duisburg aimed at supporting demand. As supply tighten and industrial demand firms up, the prices of the Bauxite increases.

The bauxite prices in China decline due to the increase in supply and lower demand. On the strategic side, there are program changes at the supply side which are changing the country鈥檚 resources. The state is becoming a major centre because government support is boosting mineral exploration. This is part of wider campaign to increase the mineral independence of the country. At the same time, the major company in the world Rio Tinto raised its bauxite output, which was supported by more efficient Amrun and Gove operations, thereby increasing the availability of the product. However, the Bauxite demand continues to weaken. With low consumer spending at the same time and reduced building activity, operators like Nucor predicted sharp falls in earnings. With end users pulling back, suppliers start decreasing the prices, which puts downward pressure on price.

According to 果酱视频, prices of Bauxite in the United States and China may decrease, driven by shift in demand and supply dynamics. Meanwhile, Germany Bauxite prices are expected increase due to increase in purchasing activity and low supply levels within the domestic market.

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