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business11 days ago•6 min saved

Hormuz chokepoint disrupts Gulf aluminum for EVs

Geopolitical conflict has effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz, forcing Gulf aluminum smelters to cut output and reroute shipments, causing price spikes and disruption for automakers like Toyota and Nissan that rely on specialized, low-carbon aluminum for EVs. With stockpiles exhausted and shipments requiring lengthy recertification, OEMs face procurement risk, higher costs, and renewed focus on supply-chain resilience, while related battery materials such as sulfur could also tighten.

via Rest of World|

#aluminum #business #evs

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Apple Defends MacBook Neo as Premium Design With Notable Tradeoffs

Apple says the MacBook Neo is a quintessential MacBook made from premium aluminum with its own personality, starting at $599 and available in colors like Blush and Citrus, but it includes compromises such as 8GB RAM, no MagSafe, a USB-C port limited to USB 2 speeds, and non-backlit keys, with pre-orders beginning March 4 ahead of the March 11 launch.

via MacRumors|

#8gb-ram #aluminum #apple

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Aluminum: Google's Bold ChromeOS-Android Merger Could Redefine Its Walled Garden

Google is pursuing a ChromeOS-Android union code-named Aluminum, potentially letting Chromebooks run Android apps natively and adopting a bigger-screen Android UI. Court filings suggest testing in late 2026 and a possible full release by 2028, with some obsolescence planning for 2034 and antitrust pressure as context for keeping Chrome and the Play Store central.

via Gizmodo|

#aluminum #android #chromeos

business2 months ago•15 min saved

Ford Faces Aluminum-Supply Hurdles as Novelis Recovery Delays

Ford stock slipped after Novelis, a key aluminum supplier, remained off full production due to fires, prompting Ford to seek alternative sources and caution that 2025 profits could be hit by reduced aluminum output (including a potential loss of about 100,000 F-Series pickups). A related F-150 class-action proceeds, while analysts keep a Hold view with modest upside. Ford plans to update investors with its Feb. 10 earnings report.

via TipRanks|

#aluminum #business #f

health6 months ago•3 min saved

CDC Panel Reviews Childhood Vaccine Schedules Amid Key Meeting Delay

The CDC is reviewing the safety of aluminum in vaccines amid skepticism from vaccine opponents like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., which could lead to changes in vaccine recommendations or increased regulation, potentially impacting vaccine availability and the vaccine industry.

via Axios|

#aluminum #cdc #health

technology6 months ago•6 min saved

Apple's 2026 Foldable iPhone to Feature Titanium-Aluminum Frame and Innovative Design

Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone, expected in 2026, will feature a titanium and aluminum frame, with some rumors suggesting a hybrid of titanium and stainless steel for durability and weight reduction, as part of its thin design and advanced hinge technology.

via MacRumors|

#2026 #aluminum #apple

business7 months ago•2 min saved

US Expands Steel and Aluminum Tariffs to Motorcycles, Baby Gear, and More

The Trump Administration has expanded its 50% tariffs on imported steel and aluminum to include 407 categories of derivative products, notably affecting motorcycles and parts, which could lead to higher prices and increased complexity in trade and customs processes. The tariffs apply only to the steel and aluminum content in these products, but the implementation details are confusing and incomplete, impacting a wide range of goods and industries.

via Jalopnik|

#aluminum #business #motorcycles

business7 months ago•1 min saved

US Increases Tariffs on Wide Range of Imported Goods Under Trump Administration

The US has implemented a 50% tariff on 407 categories of goods containing steel and aluminum, significantly increasing costs for importers and potentially impacting various industries like construction, automotive, and electronics, amid ongoing trade policy changes under President Trump.

via CNN|

#aluminum #business #steel

business7 months ago•3 min saved

Trump broadens steel and aluminum tariffs to include more products and industries

The Trump administration has expanded its 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum to include over 400 additional product categories, affecting products like fire extinguishers, machinery, and construction materials, which could significantly impact trade and increase costs for domestic industries.

via CNBC|

#aluminum #business #steel

business7 months ago•2 min saved

US broadens steel and aluminum tariffs to include more products

The US has expanded its Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum, now including hundreds of products such as household appliances, car parts, and trailers, with a 50% levy effective immediately, impacting imports worth over $320 billion and adding inflationary pressures.

via Supply Chain Dive|

#aluminum #business #import-duties

business8 months ago•9 min saved

AriZona's 99-Cent Iced Tea Faces Tariff Challenges

AriZona's iconic 99-cent iced tea faces potential price hikes due to a 50% tariff on imported aluminum, which could threaten its long-standing affordability and brand identity, as the company relies heavily on aluminum for its cans and is concerned about increased costs impacting consumers.

via The New York Times|

#aluminum #arizona #business

health8 months ago•8 min saved

Research Finds No Link Between Vaccine Aluminum and Childhood Health Risks

A large Danish study of over 1.2 million children found no link between aluminum in vaccines and increased risk of autism, ADHD, or other chronic conditions, supporting vaccine safety.

via Neuroscience News|

#adhd #aluminum #autism

health9 months ago•2 min saved

Study Finds No Link Between Aluminum in Vaccines and Childhood Diseases

A 24-year Danish study of over 1.2 million children found no link between aluminum-adjuvanted vaccines and conditions like autism or autoimmune diseases, supporting vaccine safety despite ongoing concerns.

via CIDRAP|

#aluminum #autism #childhood-health

health9 months ago•2 min saved

RFK Jr. Calls for Review of Multiple Vaccines Over Aluminum Concerns

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing for a review of vaccine ingredients, including aluminum and thimerosal, with potential implications for vaccine safety, manufacturing, and public health policy, as he overhauls the advisory panel responsible for vaccine recommendations.

via Bloomberg.com|

#aluminum #health #immunization

business10 months ago•6 min saved

Impact of U.S. Steel and Aluminum Tariffs on International Trade and Jobs

President Trump increased tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50%, aiming to support U.S. producers but raising costs for industries like construction, automotive, and food packaging, potentially leading to higher prices for consumers and challenges for domestic manufacturers.

via The New York Times|

#aluminum #business #costs