LME Zinc Inventory Surges to 144,100 MT, Driven by Singapore and Hong Kong Stocks

Published: Oct 14, 2026 18:41 (GMT+8)

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[SMM Flash] As of October 13, LME zinc ingot inventory accumulated to 144,100 mt, with significant inventory growth for three consecutive days. The main growth came from Singapore (+17,150 mt), Hong Kong (+400 mt), and Port Klang (+75 mt), while Kaohsiung destocked 350 mt.

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