Shandong Copper Cathode Market Trading Activity Heated Up

Published: Mar 9, 2026 11:25

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Copper prices fell below the 100,000 yuan/mt threshold, downstream willingness to restock strengthened, and market trading activity heated up significantly. Today, spot supply of copper cathode in Shandong tightened, and spot premiums rose markedly.

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