SHANGHAI, Sept. 29 (SMM) – Weiqiao Group’s intention to hike prebaked anode purchasing prices by 95 yuan/tonne for October delivery has met overwhelming objection from carbon plants.
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Most carbon plants demanded a 150 yuan/tonne hike, SMM learns.
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So, the giant aluminum producer may have to eventually raise purchasing prices by 95-150 yuan/tonne, SMM expects.
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