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Lead Price Surge in March: Supply-Demand Tussle and Macro Boost[SMM Analysis]
Mar 26, 2025 17:20
In March 2025, lead prices rose significantly due to improved supply-demand dynamics and macroeconomic factors. Early-month concerns over US tariffs and CPI data eased, while China’s pro-consumption policies and declining inventories supported prices. Shanghai lead prices hovered around 17,250 yuan/ton. High raw material costs pressured battery producers, and cautious dealer purchasing ahead of the off-season limited upside. By late March, LME inventory increases weighed on prices. For April, supply-side constraints and high scrap battery costs are expected to keep lead prices volatile.
SMM Is Thrilled to Launch Vietnam Lead Ingot CIF Premium
In recent years, Southeast Asian countries have been actively promoting the electrification. Vietnam, as one of the countries with the highest motorcycle usage, is also undergoing a transition in short-distance transportation tools, attracting Chinese enterprises to establish local factories, including e-bike and lead-acid battery companies.
Mar 17, 2025 13:30
SMM Notice of Spot Price Assessment and News Suspension during Chinese New Year's Eve and Chinese New Year Holidays | SMM Wishes Everyone a Prosperous and Joyful New Year!
Dear SMM Users,
As we approach the time to bid adieu to the old year and celebrate the Spring Festival, we adhere to the national statutory holidays and our policy of not issuing quotes on weekends.
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
A Total Social Inventory Of Lead Ingots In Shanghai, Guangdong, Zhejiang, Jiangsu And Tianjin Decreased
SHANGHAI, Jun 30 (SMM) – According to SMM research, a total social inventory of lead ingots in Shanghai, Guangdong, Zhejiang, Jiangsu and Tianjin was 31,400 mt as of June 30, an decrease of 11,300 mt from June 21 and 4,100 mt from June 26.
Jun 30, 2023 17:51
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