Shanghai Copper Spot Market Expected to Stay Strong with Firm Premiums
Looking ahead, the Shanghai copper spot market is expected to remain strong. Although some holders sold off part of their inventories at low prices during the day, this did not suppress the spot premium/discount; overall quotes stayed firm, reflecting strong support for the current premium. From the delivery logic, as the delivery date approaches, the inter-month Contango spread remains at a certain width, and holders' willingness to hold positions for delivery supports the spot premium. Additionally, tomorrow some holders may start making tentative quotes for the next-month contract, shifting market focus to post-rollover pricing. In summary, the spot premium over the 2604 contract for Shanghai copper is expected to remain.