2296results found for 'al supply'
Price
News
- Gold – From the Iran War to Global Financial Catastrophe
For almost four weeks, the war against Iran has kept the world on edge – a conflict that leaves deep marks not only geopolitically but also economically. Volatility and uncertainty in global markets are increasing daily.
Mar 31, 2026 11:27 - Supply Tightening Coupled With Macro Tailwinds Keeps Aluminum Prices Firmly at High Levels [SMM Aluminum Morning Meeting Summary]
[Supply Tightening Coupled With Macro Tailwinds Keeps Aluminum Prices Firmly at High Levels] Overall, the geopolitical situation in the Middle East remains the core factor affecting the global aluminum market. A series of production cuts and damage incidents at Middle Eastern aluminum plants is expected to provide strong upward momentum for aluminum prices in and outside China, together with support from expectations of gradually releasing peak-season demand in China. In the short term, aluminum prices are expected to remain in a high-level consolidation pattern.
Mar 31, 2026 09:12 
China’s Refined Lead Imports Jump 1,170% YoY in February – March Outlook in FocusImport side, cumulative refined lead imports in January-February reached 33,412 mt, surging 732.08% YoY. Of this, February imports alone were 21,072 mt, up 70.77% MoM and 1,169.62% YoY, hitting a new high for the same period in recent years; raw material supply remained ample.
Mar 30, 2026 20:09- A Small-scale Yunnan Smelter Halts Production Due to Raw Material Supply Issues, April Restart Uncertain
[SMM Lead Market Flash] This week, a small-scale smelter in Yunnan underwent maintenance and suspended production due to issues including raw material supply. As for its production resumption plan for April, it has not yet been determined.
Mar 30, 2026 18:02 ![[SMM Conference] PbZn Conference 2026 Gathers Global Leaders to Navigate Evolving Market Dynamics](https://imgqn.smm.cn/production/admin/votes/imagesbznIX20260330170246.jpeg)
[SMM Conference] PbZn Conference 2026 Gathers Global Leaders to Navigate Evolving Market DynamicsOn March 27, the 2026 SMM (21st) Lead & Zinc Conference and Industry Expo, organized by SMM, wrapped up successfully at Howard Johnson Agile Plaza in Chengdu, Sichuan!
Mar 30, 2026 17:04- [SMM Daily Brief Review of Coking Coal and Coke] 20260330
[SMM Daily Brief Review of Coking Coal and Coke] Supply side, coke producers' shipments were smooth, and coke inventory continued to decline, but recently the cost of coal charged into furnaces at coke producers continued to rise, dampening the production enthusiasm of some coke producers. Demand side, current hot metal production at steel mills continued to increase, boosting rigid demand for coke. In summary, coke fundamentals showed a tight trend, and coupled with strengthening cost support for coke, the coke market may hold up well in the short term, with the first round of coke price increases this week likely to be implemented.
Mar 30, 2026 16:47
Announcements
Effective March 17, 2026, SMM will officially launch the following two new price points: "SMM Battery-Grade Lithium Carbonate (CIF South Korea)" and "SMM Battery-Grade Lithium Hydroxide (CIF South Kor
PriceMar 16, 2026 15:10SMM will launch two new price points for Indonesia 316L stainless steel, "Indonesia 316L/NO.1 Coil Mill Edge" and "Indonesia 316L/2B Coil Mill Edge," effective March 13, 2026.
PriceMar 11, 2026 18:14In recent years, Indonesia has solidified its position as a global supply and export hub for the stainless steel industry. With the continuous upgrade of local production capabilities, the export volume of 304L series stainless steel has seen significant growth. Due to its superior intergranular corrosion resistance and weldability, 304L is increasingly demanded in the chemical, energy, and high-end manufacturing sectors across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. To better reflect the supply-demand fundamentals of the low-carbon stainless steel market and to provide global traders and downstream users with more precise settlement references and risk management tools, SMM has decided to expand its overseas price assessment portfolio. Effective December 26, 2025 , SMM will officially launch the following two new price points: "304L/NO.1 Coil-ME, FOB Indonesia, USD/mt" and "304L/2B Coil-ME, FOB Indonesia, USD/mt" . The details of the new price points are as follows: 1. Product Name: 304L/NO.1 Coil-ME, FOB Indonesia, USD/mt Quality: Standard thickness 4mm, thickness range 4.0-8.0mm, width 1520mm, Mill Edge, conforming to ASTM A480/A480M. Brand Listing: ITSS, GCNS, OSS Definition: FOB Indonesia main ports Unit: USD/tonne Quantity: Min 20 tonnes Timing: 1-3 Months Publication Time: Daily, by 11:00 am Jakarta Time (Working Days) Payment Terms: L/C / TT at sight in USD, or other payments normalized. 2. Product Name: 304L/2B Coil-ME, FOB Indonesia, USD/mt Quality: Standard thickness 2mm, thickness range 1.5-2.0mm, width 1240mm, Mill Edge, conforming to ASTM A480/A480M. Brand Listing: Yongwang, Ruipu, IMR ARC Steel Definition: FOB Indonesia main ports Unit: USD/tonne Quantity: Min 20 tonnes Timing: 1-3 Months Publication Time: Daily, by 11:00 am Jakarta Time (Working Days) Payment Terms: L/C / TT at sight in USD, or other payments normalized. For any inquiries, please contact the SMM Nickel & Stainless Steel Industry Research Department. SMM Nickel & Stainless Steel Industry Research Department December 18, 2025
PriceDec 18, 2025 17:50
Events
WebinarJan 20, 17:00 - 23:59 (GMT+8)
WebinarJul 24, 16:00 - 23:59 (GMT+8)
Webinar