Ningbo Refined Zinc: Tightening Supply, Muted Spot Trades Amid Fluctuating Futures

Published: Sep 12, 2025 16:03
[Ningbo Refined Zinc Market] During the week, spot supply in the Ningbo market was gradually consumed, traders reduced spot quotations, and spot premiums edged up. However, with futures maintaining a fluctuating trend throughout the week, downstream users mostly purchased as needed, resulting in overall spot trades being mediocre.

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