Aluminum Pricing
Current Midwest Average
The Midwest Transaction Price (MWTP) is the primary benchmark used across the U.S. aluminum industry to determine raw material costs. Tower Extrusions monitors this index closely to ensure all customer pricing remains fair, consistent, and aligned with current market conditions.
September
Midwest Average Price per Pound
$2.579
Pricing Impact
The role of the Midwest Average in our pricing.
Tower bases its aluminum surcharge on the published Midwest Average, ensuring pricing that is transparent, consistent, and aligned with real market conditions. As the index moves, our material costs adjust accordingly, providing customers with predictable, benchmarked pricing.
Historical Pricing
Historical Midwest Average aluminum pricing.
Below is a historical record of the month-by-month Midwest Average, giving buyers and procurement teams transparency into long-term trends.
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$2.579
Sep 2026
Global Factors
What impacts aluminum pricing?
The Midwest Average is shaped by several global and domestic factors. Understanding these drivers helps customers forecast costs and make informed planning decisions.
Global Supply & Demand
Production levels from major global regions and U.S. consumption patterns drive much of the overall market movement.
Energy Costs
Aluminum production is highly energy-intensive. Shifts in electricity and natural gas pricing—especially in smelting regions—often lead to market adjustments.
Transporation & Logistics
Freight costs, availability, port congestion, and regional demand can influence the delivered Midwest premium.
Geopolitical & Policy Factors
Tariffs, trade agreements, sanctions, carbon policies, and environmental regulations can all affect cost structures and supply availability.
