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Semi-annual Market Review & Outlook for Copper Cathode Rod: How Cut-throat Competition in Processing Fees Beyond Expectations Shaped the Market [SMM Analysis]
Jul 10, 2025 20:20
Semi-annual Market Review & Outlook for Copper Cathode Rod: How Did Unexpected Cut-throat Competition in Processing Fees Shape the Market? [SMM Analysis]: With frequent tariff disputes and intense price competition, the copper cathode rod market in 2025 has experienced multiple fluctuations, even witnessing zero or negative processing fees in mid-year. Now that half of 2025 has passed, how are downstream consumption and processing fees performing? What are the differences or similarities in the YoY operating rate performance in H1? Below is a summary of the semi-annual review of the copper cathode rod market:
SMM Proudly Unveils Upcoming Launch of Revamped Non-Ferrous Metal Database
To better serve our customers and enhance the efficiency of the SMM database, we will optimize and adjust the existing classification of the non-ferrous database in June 2025. This adjustment will not involve any changes to the data.
May 29, 2025 09:59
Fewer Arrivals During Long-Term Contract Negotiations, Year-End Rush to Meet Deadlines Drives Weekly Destocking of Copper Cathode [SMM Copper Morning Comment Dec 17]
Overnight, LME copper opened at $9,053/mt, initially dipped to a low of $9,032/mt, and then climbed steadily to an intraday high of $9,109.5/mt.
Dec 17, 2024 09:22
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Apr 28, 2024 09:06
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Feb 9, 2024 15:15
Important Notice: Reports Distribution Adjustments during the Chinese New Year (From February 10 to February 18, 2024)
As the Chinese New Year approaches, we at Shanghai Metals Market extend our warmest wishes to you and your families. May this festive season bring you joy, prosperity, and success.
Feb 1, 2024 15:56
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