Aluminum Price Today — Aluminum Rate per Kg & Pound in USD
Aluminum is widely used in transport and packaging, with pricing linked to energy costs and smelter output.
Live price
$3.4911
Today move
-$0.0443 (-1.27%)
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30D range: $3.5859 to $3.4911 (-2.64%) · Apr 17, 2026 to May 16, 2026
Latest
$3.4911
Range High
$3.6022
Range Low
$3.4344
Range Move
-2.64%
Unit Conversion Table
Use this conversion table to move from the live benchmark into more practical local and trading units.
| Unit | Price |
|---|---|
| Gram | $0.0035 |
| Kilogram | $3.4911 |
| Ounce | $0.099 |
| Troy Ounce | $0.1086 |
| Tola | $0.0407 |
| Pound | $1.5835 |
Market Summary
Aluminum is facing downside pressure in current trading.
Aluminum is closely watched for macro and sector signals.
Aluminum's price is uniquely tied to energy markets - making it sensitive to electricity prices, carbon policy, and energy subsidies for smelters. China's dominance in smelting (55%+ of global output) means Chinese government energy and environmental policy can move global aluminum prices.
The US and EU have imposed tariffs and trade measures that create significant regional price premiums above the LME benchmark. Recycling economics are increasingly important - secondary aluminum commands growing market share as sustainability pressures increase.
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