China's Titanium Imports and Exports Show Mixed Growth in August 2026

[SMM Titanium Weekly Review: Titanium Industry Chain Trends Diverge as High-End Demand Underpins Overall Weak Stability] The upstream titanium concentrate market remains in the doldrums, with supply expansion coupled with weak end-use demand making it difficult for ore-side prices to improve significantly in the short term, and the market is expected to continue its weak and stable trajectory. In contrast, the titanium dioxide market has shown positive signals, with downstream orders gradually being released, the September peak season effect continuing to manifest, and producers showing strong willingness to hold prices firm, giving titanium dioxide a foundation for a rise in the short term. However, prices are unlikely to rebound sharply and quickly, and the market will most likely drift higher. Going forward, continued attention should be paid to downstream purchase willingness as well as order-taking and production schedules at titanium dioxide enterprises.

China's sulphuric acid weekly decline narrowed significantly, with Shanxi falling by 330 yuan/mt [SMM Sulphuric Acid Weekly Review]

[SMM Titanium Spot Express: Price Increase Letters Issued, Titanium Dioxide Market Consolidates in Stalemate] The titanium dioxide market remains stable. Price increase letters have been issued, but actual order fulfillment is insufficient. Demand recovery is limited, and the market has restricted room for upward or downward movement, with consolidation dominating in the short term.