SMM has decided to change the publication frequency of the following global copper scrap price assessments from weekly to daily, effective August 3, 2026 to more promptly reflect price movements.

Since the carbon structural steel (45#, Φ100-130), price point ID: 202202221138, and gear steel (20CrMnTi, Φ86-150), price point ID: 202202221027, are no longer in circulation in the market, SMM will

SMM HVLP1 copper foil premiums, deliverd to Consumer Works, VAT included, yuan/tonne will officially launch on the SMM website (smm.cn) on July 24, 2026.

The data is planned to be officially launched in September 2026, at which time the new indicator names and IDs will be updated. The existing related data points will be discontinued on July 17, 2026.

SMM is expanding the pig iron production data in the SMM database : adding pig iron production data for 39 countries and regions.

Notice on Frequency Adjustment for Price

SMM launches new export price assessments for carbon steel slabs in the Black Sea and Brazil, effective from 14 July 2026, to enhance market transparency and reduce trade risks.

SMM will launch new import and export price assessments for billets in the Black Sea, Philippines, and Turkey, effective from 13 July 2026, to better reflect market dynamics and support global trade.

To better align with the update cycle of global stainless steel production data, SMM has decided to adjust certain stainless steel production-related data points following market research and a review

SMM is adjusting the "HRC St3sp 2-8mm FOB Black Sea" specifications, effective 03 July 2026, to better align with international trade practices and industry standards.