Copper Cathode Rods See Stockpiling, Production Surge in Jan; Feb Slowdown Expected Post-Holiday

Published: Feb 5, 2026 19:31

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【SMM Copper Cathode Rod Express】At the end of January, stockpiling demand for copper cathode rods drove faster production, with both raw material and finished product inventories increasing slightly. In February, due to the long Chinese New Year holiday and weaker-than-expected post-holiday orders, the industry's operating rate is expected to pull back significantly. Future market trends will depend on copper price movements.

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