Peru Copper Output to Continue Rising in May-June, SMM Predicts

Published: Jun 22, 2017 11:22
Peru’s copper production increased 1.6% on a yearly basis in April to 190,903 tonnes, foreign media reported.

SHANGHAI, Jun. 22 (SMM) - Peru’s copper production increased 1.6% on a yearly basis in April to 190,903 tonnes, foreign media reported.

Higher output at MMG’s Las Bambas mine and Chalco’s Toromocho mine offset output declines from the strike at Cerro Verde.

WBMS: World Zinc Market in Severe Deficit in January-April despite More Output

Peru’s copper output will continue growing during May-June since the strike has ended, SMM predicts. 

WBMS: Global Copper Deficit Narrows Significantly in January-April

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