SMM #1 Refined Nickel Prices Rise by 3,800 Yuan/mt, Spot Premiums Down

Published: Apr 15, 2026 11:26

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On April 15, SMM #1 refined nickel prices rose by 3,800 yuan/mt from the previous trading day. Spot premiums: Jinchuan #1 refined nickel averaged 2,750 yuan/mt, down 150 yuan/mt from the previous trading day; China's mainstream brand electrodeposited nickel ranged from -500-600 yuan/mt.

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