SMM: Copper Wire & Cable Operating Rate Up 2.66% MoM, Further Rise Expected

Published: Nov 7, 2025 17:48
【SMM Copper Wire and Cable Operating Rate】 This week, the operating rate of copper wire and cable enterprises rose 2.66 percentage points MoM, driven by the rebound in copper prices and the release of demand from year-end sales promotions by enterprises. The operating rate is expected to increase slightly next week.

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