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The global primary aluminum market recorded a supply deficit of 145,100 tons in April 2026, according to the latest report from the World Bureau of Metal Statistics (WBMS). During the month, global production reached 6,077,300 tons, against a higher consumption volume of 6,222,400 tons.

For the first four months of 2026, the cumulative supply deficit reached 441,700 tons, with total output at 24,173,200 tons and demand at 24,614,900 tons.

Regarding raw materials and secondary production, global bauxite extraction reached 21,763,400 tons in April, bringing the January-April total to 142,572,500 tons. Alumina output registered at 12,257,800 tons for the month and 49,332,200 tons for the four-month period.

Additionally, recycled aluminum production was 2,132,800 tons in April and 8,570,700 tons in the January-April period.