SMM #1 Refined Nickel Prices Drop by 250 Yuan/MT, Spot Premiums Remain Steady

Published: Apr 23, 2026 15:09

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On April 23, SMM #1 refined nickel prices fell by 250 yuan/mt from the previous trading day. Spot premiums: Jinchuan #1 refined nickel averaged 1,950 yuan/mt, unchanged from the previous trading day; China's mainstream brand electrodeposited nickel ranged from -500-600 yuan/mt.

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