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title: "London metals index at record high amid aluminium supply squeeze fear"
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# London metals index at record high amid aluminium supply squeeze fear

The London Metal Exchange’s benchmark has climbed to a fresh record as aluminium prices surge on fears of a severe and lasting shortfall in global supply following disruptions in the Middle East. View on euronews

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