South and East China Aluminum Markets Show Divergent Performance, SMM Reports

Published: Aug 18, 2017 15:42

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South and east China aluminum markets performed quite differently today.

SHANGHAI, Aug. 18 (SMM) –South and east China aluminum markets performed quite differently today.

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Mainstream traded prices in Guangdong fell to 16,030-16,070 yuan/tonne, marking the first big decline this week. This boosted downstream buying appetite.

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In contrast, both traders and downstream producers in east China showed low buying interest. Mainstream traded prices were 15,960-15,970 yuan/tonne in Shanghai.

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