July 2025 Aluminum Trends
As global and domestic aluminum markets continue to move steadily, we're offering a concise summary of key price trends from the past month, based on trusted sources such as the SMM (Shanghai Metals Market) and the London Metal Exchange (LME).
July 2025 Aluminum Price Trends
International Market: LME Aluminum Prices
According to TradingEconomics and YCharts, the price of aluminum on the London Metal Exchange (LME) remained relatively stable throughout July 2025:
- End of June 2025: $2,525.96 USD/ton
- End of July 2025: $2,607.20 USD/ton
- Monthly change: +3.2%
Prices showed a mild upward trend, supported by global macroeconomic sentiment and modest supply constraints. Market volatility was low, with prices hovering near the $2,600 USD/ton mark for most of the month.
Domestic Market: SMM Aluminum Price
According to SMM data, domestic aluminum coil prices have remained relatively stable:
- Early July: CNY 20,580–20,600/ton
- Late July: CNY 20,580–20,940/ton
- Monthly change: Flat to slightly up, with regional variations
SMM Aluminum Price reported the highest spot price (CNY 20,940/ton), while most other regions remained in the mid-CNY 20,600 range. The domestic spot price continues to trade at a 11–12% premium over LME prices, reflecting differences in domestic supply-demand dynamics.
Aluminum Market Outlook
As we enter August, the aluminum market is expected to remain steady, with possible short-term volatility driven by:
- Macroeconomic indicators in China and the U.S.
- Seasonal shifts in construction and manufacturing demand
- LME inventory levels and energy prices
We will continue to monitor and publish daily updates on SMM prices and share monthly recaps to support your decision-making.