SMM Notice: Metal Prices for Chinese Market Suspended During Labour Day Holiday; Overseas Prices Updated As Usual

Published: Apr 28, 2026 11:46

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Dear Valued SMM Users,

The 2026 Labour Day holiday is approaching. To help you make timely work and trading arrangements in advance, SMM hereby releases the official service schedule during the holiday period as follows:

1. Labour Day Holiday Period

The Labour Day holiday will run from May 1 to May 5, 2026, spanning a total of five days.

2. SMM Service & Price Release Arrangement

During the 2026 Labour Day break, SMM metal price assessments for the Chinese market and news updates will be temporarily suspended. Regular price and news releases will resume immediately after the holiday.

Meanwhile, all SMM overseas metal prices will be updated normally throughout the holiday. Please feel free to refresh our website for the latest overseas market data anytime.

SMM sincerely wishes all industry peers a pleasant and relaxing Labour Day holiday. May you enjoy smooth journeys, safe travels and every success in your upcoming business endeavours.

Shanghai Metals Market (SMM)
April 28, 2026

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