Copper CIF China Premiums Rise, Actual Trading Performance Weak

Published: Jul 3, 2026 13:22

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[SMM Copper Cathode Market] With the start of July, less spot cargoes available CIF China market, suppliers raised their quotations in anticipation of improving price ratios, driving up warehouse B/L premiums. However, buyers are reluctant to purchase at high prices, leading to disagreements between buyers and sellers and thin actual transactions.

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