Spot Copper Cathode Premiums in North China Under Pressure

Published: Jun 18, 2026 15:16

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[North China Copper Cathode Spot Market] On the last trading day before the holiday, suppliers sold at lower prices to facilitate shipments, concerned about inventory buildup after the holiday, which weakened spot copper cathode premiums in North China. As the mid-year period approaches, the pressure to sell is expected to emerge, putting spot premiums under pressure after the holiday.

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