[Zhuzhou Smelter Group Issues H1 2026 Earnings Forecast]
Zhuzhou Smelter Group announced that it expects net profit attributable to the parent company of RMB 1.60–2.20 billion for the first half of 2026, an increase of RMB 1.0146–1.6146 billion year-on-year, representing growth of 173.29%–275.78%. The significant earnings improvement was primarily attributable to higher prices for minor and precious metals and sulfuric acid, together with enhanced operational efficiency and tighter cost control achieved through refined management initiatives.
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