High-Grade NPI Market Breaks Stalemate with Over 10,000 mt Traded at 1,155-1,160 Yuan/Ni Unit

Published: Jul 30, 2026 10:02

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[SMM Nickel Flash] July 30 news: According to SMM, several transactions were concluded in the high-grade NPI market, breaking the days-long stalemate. The trading price range was 1,155-1,160 yuan/nickel unit, on an EXW port basis, with nickel content between 10.5% and 11.5%. The total trading volume exceeded 10,000 mt, for delivery in August.

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