Zinc Spot Discounts Expand in Shanghai, Trade Slackens, SMM Reports

Researchers at Chungnam National University have developed next-generation zinc batteries using artificial polymer nanolayers to significantly improve stability. This novel protective coating helps prevent dendrite formation and reduces unwanted side reactions, enhancing the overall reliability and practicality of zinc-ion batteries. Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) are increasingly being recognized as a safer and more cost-effective alternative to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). Although LIBs remain the dominant energy storage solution, they pose safety concerns due to their use of flammable organic electrolytes. In comparison, aqueous ZIBs rely on water-based electrolytes, making them non-flammable, more environmentally friendly, and cheaper.

[SMM Zinc Morning Comment] Overnight, SHFE zinc posted a small bullish candlestick, with the center of the daily candlestick moving higher again, while the middle band of the Bollinger Bands formed resistance above. Overnight, amid expectations that the geopolitical conflict may come to an end, China followed outside China with its center moving higher, but judging from current spot cargo transactions, as zinc prices rose, downstream pricing activity weakened, coupled with......

[SMM Morning Meeting Summary: LME Zinc Posted a Four-Day Winning Streak; Focus on Trump's Speech Today] Overnight, LME zinc posted a four-day winning streak, with the center of the daily candlestick moving higher. Trump released a TACO signal, expectations for an end to the geopolitical conflict in the Middle East increased, the US dollar index fell, nonferrous metals saw bargain hunting, zinc inventory remained at low levels, and bears' exit provided support, driving zinc prices all the way up. Focus on......