China's Copper Wire Rod Exports Surge in April 2026, Led by Malaysia and Saudi Arabia

Published: May 20, 2026 15:13
【SMM Copper Cathode Rod News Flash】In April 2026, China's copper wire rod exports rose MoM, with the trade structure still dominated by processing trade with imported materials. The export market was highly concentrated in Southeast Asia and South Asia's India region, with Malaysia's exports firmly ranking first, surging 39.57% MoM. As geopolitical tensions gradually eased, demand from Saudi Arabia recovered rapidly, with exports rebounding 367.13% MoM, ranking second.

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