Track how "Smart Money" institutions are positioning themselves in Aluminum Midwest Premium (MWP). By analyzing the latest Commitments of Traders (COT) data from the ALUMINUM MWP - COMMODITY EXCHANGE INC., with real-time price charts and sector comparisons, we provide a deep dive into the current market dynamics. Understanding these underlying shifts allows you to better anticipate where the market might be heading next.
This instrument is a key part of the global commodities market. Usage: It is used extensively in industrial processes or as a primary food source, making its positioning data a vital indicator for global economic trends and sentiment.
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| Date | Position |
Net Position
Difference between Non-Commercial Long and Short
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Non-Comm. Long
Speculators & funds betting on rising prices
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Non-Comm. Short
Speculators & funds betting on falling prices
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Comm. Long
Hedgers/producers hedging against rising prices
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Comm. Short
Hedgers/producers hedging against falling prices
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| Aug 25, 2026 | Bullish | 18 | 3,027 | 3,009 | 26,497 | 26,332 |
| Aug 18, 2026 | Bearish | -541 | 3,192 | 3,733 | 25,404 | 24,712 |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Bearish | -820 | ||||
| Aug 04, 2026 | Bearish | -884 | 3,012 | 3,896 | 23,726 | 22,757 |
| Jul 28, 2026 | Bearish | -662 | 3,103 | 3,765 | 25,585 | 24,747 |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Bearish | -622 | 3,143 | 3,765 | 25,447 | 24,653 |
| Jul 14, 2026 | Bearish | -742 | 3,098 | 3,840 | 25,090 | 24,181 |
| Jul 07, 2026 | Bullish | 1,295 | 5,155 | 3,860 | 22,590 | 23,733 |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Bullish | 586 | 4,842 | 4,256 | 24,314 | 24,648 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Bullish | 808 | 4,949 | 4,141 | 23,034 | 23,559 |
| Jun 16, 2026 | Bullish | 65 | 4,316 | 4,251 | 22,840 | 22,696 |
| Jun 09, 2026 | Bullish | 405 | 3,776 | 3,371 | 21,525 | 21,675 |
| Jun 02, 2026 | Bullish | 810 | 3,671 | 2,861 | 20,638 | 21,193 |
| May 26, 2026 | Bullish | 335 | 3,923 | 3,588 | 23,948 | 23,950 |
| May 19, 2026 | Bullish | 500 | 3,953 | 3,453 | 23,002 | 23,169 |
| May 12, 2026 | Bullish | 275 | 3,818 | 3,543 | 22,961 | 22,821 |
| May 05, 2026 | Bullish | 357 | 3,798 | 3,441 | 22,228 | 22,198 |
| Apr 28, 2026 | Bearish | -24 | 3,785 | 3,809 | 24,919 | 24,558 |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Bullish | 408 | 4,014 | 3,606 | 24,147 | 24,229 |
| Apr 14, 2026 | Bullish | 548 | 4,059 | 3,511 | 23,491 | 23,695 |
| Apr 07, 2026 | Bullish | 283 | 3,764 | 3,481 | 23,198 | 23,220 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Bearish | -891 | 3,535 | 4,426 | 26,195 | 25,139 |
| Mar 24, 2026 | Bearish | -705 | 3,210 | 3,915 | 24,902 | 23,926 |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Bearish | -652 | 3,208 | 3,860 | 23,631 | 22,770 |
| Mar 10, 2026 | Bearish | -1,570 | 3,191 | 4,761 | 23,263 | 21,659 |