SMM Chinese New Year Holiday Price Update Notice

Published: Feb 14, 2026 09:19

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As the Chinese New Year holiday is around the corner, Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) hereby informs you of our metal price update arrangement during the holiday period to ensure you can make proper arrangements for your work and business.

Dear Visitors and Users,

SMM will suspend the update of domestic metal prices during the holiday period (February 15-23).

It is important to note that the update of overseas metal prices will not be interrupted during the holiday period. Our professional team will continue to track the overseas market dynamics and release the latest overseas metal prices as scheduled, ensuring you can obtain real-time and accurate overseas market information.

The table below is the detailed arrangement for various metal price update adjustment.

SMM highly values your trust and support. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the temporary suspension of domestic price updates and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions during the holiday, please feel free to contact our customer service team, and we will respond to you as soon as possible after the holiday.

Wish you and your family a happy and prosperous Chinese New Year! May the new year bring you health, joy and abundant business opportunities.

Best regards

Shanghai Metals Market (SMM)

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