Zinc Inventories in Three China Major Markets to Grow in August, SMM Foresees

Published: Jul 25, 2017 13:13
Zinc inventories in Shanghai, Guangdong and Tianjin will grow in August, SMM predicts.

SHANGHAI, Jul. 25 (SMM) - Zinc inventories in Shanghai, Guangdong and Tianjin will grow in August, SMM predicts.

Raw Material Inventory Days Decline at China Zinc Smelters in June, SMM Reports

Zinc smelters will move goods steadily to capitalize high zinc prices. At the same time, outward shipments may be affected during the off-season. These two factors will add to zinc inventories, SMM explained.

Zinc Concentrate Inventories at Lianyungang Port Increase Significantly in Late July, SMM Reports

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