Imported copper cargoes arriving at Shanghai ports led to a significant inventory buildup, and the SHFE copper market continued to be sluggish. [SMM Shanghai Spot Copper]

Downstream buyers have largely completed restocking, but suppliers are still holding prices firm for shipments. [SMM South China Spot Copper]

South America Becomes Center of Critical Minerals Supply Chain, LME Copper and SHFE Copper Both Closed Higher Overnight [SMM Copper Morning Meeting Minutes]

The most-traded BC copper contract closed up 0.43%, with trading activity sluggish as the Chinese New Year holiday approaches. [SMM BC Copper Review]

Surge in Prices of Key Metals Intensifies Cost Pressure on NEV Traction Motors and OEMs【SMM Analysis】