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Aluminum on Fire! Prices Break $3,800/ton, Shaking Global Markets – Impacting Thailand War, bauxite, EV demand, and tariffs push aluminum to the highest level in 4 years! Thai businesses face heavy pressure: soaring costs, packaging squeeze, and booming scrap market. Strategies to cope: Hedging • Scrap Premium • Monitor Japan’s MJP SO OK TRADING FAST • SHARP • RELIABLE

ALUMINUM MARKET SURGE! June 2026 – The Hottest in 4 Years SO OK TRADING | 1 June 2026 Global aluminum prices are on fire this June! LME Aluminum futures have skyrocketed to $3,675–$3,769 per ton, marking the highest level since 2022 — up more than 50% year-on-year. Driven by the perfect storm of Middle East conflicts, Guinea’s export restrictions, China’s production cap, and soaring energy costs, the market is facing one of the most severe supply shocks in history. With global inventories at record lows, prices continue to climb relentlessly. Major financial institutions now forecast aluminum to stay strong: Morgan Stanley: $3,700–$3,800 World Bank: $3,300–$3,600 Goldman Sachs: $3,150–$3,500 SO OK TRADING: $3,500–$3,900 Thailand’s industries are feeling the heat — from EVs and solar panels to packaging — yet rising scrap prices and export opportunities to the U.S. and EU offer golden chances for local producers. ✨ June 2026 marks a turning point for the global aluminum market — a month of record highs, supply shocks, and strategic opportunities for Thailand’s exporters. SO OK TRADING Your Business Partner — FAST • SHARP • RELIABLE

Lead is shaking the global market once again! From a metal once overlooked, it has now risen to become a true “strategic metal” powering the clean energy industry and electric vehicles

Deep Dive into Thailand’s Aluminum Packaging Market 2026 From SMEs to 10 Million Cans per Month Article by SO OK TRADING | 30 MAY 2026 In today’s era, packaging is no longer just a container — it is the face of the brand. Thailand’s aluminum packaging market is heating up and expanding rapidly across food, beverage, and cosmetics industries. Prices range from as low as 0.75 THB per unit to more than 60 THB per unit, depending on type, size, and order volume. The larger the order, the lower the unit cost — opening the door to “Mega‑Volume” deals that global manufacturers use as their key strategy. SO OK TRADING takes you on a journey from SMEs ordering a few thousand units to industrial contracts of 10–12 million cans per month, revealing the real pricing structures of beverage cans, food cans, and Easy Open End (EOE) lids in the Thai market.

Aluminum Scrap: From Waste to Strategic Asset in the Circular Economy Era SO OK TRADING | 30 May 2026 Aluminum scrap, once seen as “waste,” has now transformed into a premium raw material fiercely sought after worldwide. Prices have surged to the highest level in four years, earning it the title of the “new gold” in the recycling industry and the electric vehicle (EV) revolution. As the world advances toward the Circular Economy and Decarbonization, aluminum scrap is no longer just leftover metal—it is a strategic asset. Recycling aluminum consumes up to 95% less energy compared to primary smelting, making it a cornerstone of lightweight EV manufacturing. The global market is expanding rapidly—from USD 56.77 billion in 2026 to a projected USD 91.49 billion by 2034. The Asia-Pacific region leads with a 39% market share, driven by China and India, while Thailand is emerging as a market to watch.

2026 marks a turning point in the global metals industry — when scrap aluminum, once dismissed as waste, has risen to become a strategic raw material fiercely contested worldwide. Prices have surged to their highest level in four years, driven by supply chain disruptions and global environmental policies. Scrap aluminum is now the Green Gold powering the new economy, fueling industries from electric vehicles (EVs) to eco-packaging and data center infrastructure.

Aluminum Sow vs. Remelt Block: Recycling Giants Transforming Global Industry Toward the Net Zero Era By SO OK TRADING – 18 May 2026 As industries worldwide accelerate toward the Net Zero era, aluminum is no longer just an ordinary raw material. It has become a tangible source of energy driving the Circular Economy forward. Today, let’s explore the two key players in the recycling world — Aluminum Sow and Remelt Block — the dynamic duo reshaping global industry, from massive smelters to everyday foundries. Aluminum Sow: The giant of smelting, weighing hundreds to thousands of kilograms. Perfect for large-scale industrial furnaces, offering lower unit costs and efficient bulk transport. Remelt Block/Ingot: Smaller in size, weighing 5–100 kilograms. Easy to move, quick to melt, and highly flexible — ideal for foundries that require precise temperature control and adaptability. Together, they are crucial gears in the system, reducing energy consumption by up to 95% compared to primary aluminum production, while also helping industries avoid Europe’s carbon tariffs (CBAM). Thailand is no exception — we are the hub of aluminum recycling and mid-to-downstream processing in ASEAN, especially in the EEC (Chonburi–Rayong) region, where the EV and clean energy boom is driving demand for Aluminum Sow to new heights. ✨ Aluminum Sow is not just a massive ingot, but a bridge to a green future through the Circular Economy. SO OK TRADING is ready to be your trusted partner at every step — from sourcing high-quality metals to powering the transition toward a carbon-free world.

**“Aluminium – The Eco-Friendly Packaging Dominating the Global Market ♻️ In an era driven by Circular Economy and Net Zero, aluminium is emerging as the rising star material, replacing single-use plastics for both Thai and international brands. With its ability to be infinitely recycled, strong yet lightweight, and premium in appearance, aluminium is more than just packaging — it is a global environmental strategy and a powerful brand image asset. The global market is booming: from USD 52 billion in 2025 to USD 67.7 billion in 2030, with an average annual growth rate of 5.4%. This is a golden opportunity for businesses ready to embrace a green future

Recycling – From “Waste” to “Strategic Capital” In an era where the world is accelerating toward Net Zero and the Circular Economy, recycling is no longer just about “being eco-friendly.” It has become a new global business rule that every industry must adapt to. Discarded materials are now being redefined as strategic resources driving clean energy, electric vehicles (EVs), and AI data centers. Today, “waste” is not something to be disposed of — it is a resource to be seized. Recycling is the capital of the future, shaping the trajectory of the global economy in the decade ahead

Aluminum Boom! LME Surges – Premium Hits Decade High In May 2026, the global aluminum market remains “the hottest in years.” Prices broke past $3,600 per ton, driven by supply disruptions in the Middle East and soaring demand from the EV and clean energy industries.

✨ Aluminum Scrap – Tangible Energy & The New Carbon Tariff Wall As the world moves toward Net Zero Emissions, aluminum scrap is no longer just “waste.” It is a strategic resource that saves 90–95% of energy compared to primary production, and stands at the heart of the Circular Economy.

Aluminium Scrap: From Waste to the World’s Green Resource in High Demand SO OK TRADING | 5 MAY 2026 In a world racing toward Net Zero and the Circular Economy, aluminium scrap is no longer just waste — it has become a strategic resource that nations are competing to secure. Global prices have surged to their highest level in four years, while demand from electric vehicles (EVs), clean energy, and recycled packaging continues to rise. Major economies such as China, India, the United States, and the European Union are accelerating domestic recycling systems to safeguard resources for their own industries. Thailand is also stepping up — emerging as one of the world’s leading importers of aluminium scrap to supply smelters and key industries in automotive, construction, and packaging, driving the transition toward a Green Economy. Today marks the golden moment for businesses with clean, well‑sorted scrap ready to meet Net Zero goals. Because aluminium scrap is not just leftover material — it is the resource of the future for our planet. SO OK TRADING FAST • SHARP • RELIABLE

2026 is the year when “metals across the world are boiling.” From steel to aluminum, from copper to tin, every price chart is surging like an unstoppable economic wave. Soaring energy costs, heated geopolitics, and new technologies such as EVs and AI have become the driving forces shaking the global metals market. Thai steel prices have risen by 10–15%, while non-ferrous metals like aluminum, copper, and tin have all climbed to their highest levels in years. This is not just about “price numbers” — it is a signal of a major transformation in the industrial world. SO OK TRADING invites you to look deeper into the “boiling metals” — when every ton of steel and metal becomes the power propelling the new global economy.

Global Recycled Lead Market 2026: Green Metal Driving Energy and Circular Economy As the world accelerates toward clean energy and a circular economy, “Recycled Lead” is emerging as the true hero of the heavy metals industry. 2026 marks a pivotal turning point, with the global lead ingot market powered by the concept of Green Metal — a clean material that reduces carbon emissions by more than 99% and consumes 65% less energy compared to primary mining. From electric vehicle (EV) batteries to backup power systems for Data Centers and AI, recycled lead is the raw material that meets both cost efficiency and sustainability. Major economies such as China, Japan, South Korea, and the European Union have introduced strict regulations, aiming to push recycled lead usage to 90% by 2027. SO OK TRADING has identified this opportunity ahead of the curve — delivering high-quality Recycled Lead Ingots (99.97% purity) certified to international standards. We are your trusted business partner, committed to the future of clean metals and a sustainable circular economy. SO OK TRADING FAST • SHARP • RELIABLE