China's Copper Wire Rod Exports Decline in March 2026, Saudi Arabia Falls to 7th Place Due to Tensions

Published: Apr 20, 2026 18:09
【SMM Copper Cathode Rod News Flash】In March 2026, China's copper wire rod exports pulled back MoM. Exports were dominated by processing trade with imported materials, with the market highly concentrated in Southeast Asia and India. Affected by geopolitical tensions, Saudi Arabia dropped sharply from the top export destination to seventh place, with exports plunging 87.4% MoM.

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【SMM Copper Cathode Rod News Flash】In March 2026, China's copper wire - Shanghai Metals Market (SMM)