June 20 spot price of SMM rare earths

In March, European APT prices surged 30%, driven by persistent supply shortages, widening the price gap with China to over $400/mtu. Tungsten scrap markets saw panic selling mid-month but stabilized toward month-end. China entered a consolidation phase as mining quota were released, yet strong fundamentals point to renewed upside ahead.

SMM, March 30: SMM learned that Shandong Humon will launch an open bid sale for its electronic-grade sodium antimonate, effective today. The quantity is 33 metric tons (subject to the seller's actual quantity), with dobie packaging. The delivery method is buyer pickup, with freight borne by the buyer. Transportation must comply with national regulations using fully licensed hazardous chemical vehicles. The buyer must pick up the goods before April 20, 2026, at the delivery location of Shandong Humon Smelting Co., Ltd.

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