[SMM Flash News] The supply situation in the scrap battery market did not improve during the week. Several large secondary lead smelters cut production due to insufficient raw materials. The daily average arrivals at a major smelter fell by nearly 20 trucks MoM. In addition, the purchase prices of secondary lead smelters have generally increased. Currently, the mainstream tax-inclusive price for scrap electric batteries ranges from 10,200 to 10,300 yuan/mt.