Nickel inventories in Shanghai bonded zone were unchanged

Published: Feb 26, 2024 11:32

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SMM data shows nickel stocks in Shanghai bonded zone remained unchanged last week, standing at 3,500 mt, including 1,700 mt of nickel briquette and 1,800 mt of nickel plate.

SMM data shows nickel stocks in Shanghai bonded zone remained unchanged last week, standing at 3,500 mt, including 1,700 mt of nickel briquette and 1,800 mt of nickel plate. Last week, being the first week after the holiday, the nickel market hasn't regained its pre-holiday activity, so pure nickel inventories remain steady.

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