Shanghai Zinc Ingot Spot Discounts Narrow as Downstream Demand Strengthens

Published: Jun 26, 2026 15:03

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[Shanghai Refined Zinc Market] Spot discounts for zinc ingot in Shanghai narrowed gradually this week. As SHFE zinc prices fell to lower levels, downstream enterprises showed strong buying sentiment and actively made purchases at favorable price points. Spot transactions in the Shanghai market improved significantly, driving zinc ingot premiums higher.

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