SMM #1 Refined Nickel Price Rises, Spot Premiums Decline on April 14

Published: Apr 14, 2026 13:31

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On April 14, the SMM #1 refined nickel price rose by 3,900 yuan/mt from the previous trading day. In terms of spot premiums, the average for Jinchuan #1 refined nickel was 2,900 yuan/mt, down 450 yuan/mt from the previous trading day; the range for mainstream domestic electrodeposited nickel brands was -500–600 yuan/mt.

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