SMM will launch a weekly Copper grade A cathode premium, FCA Zambia, on July 31, 2026, to enhance price transparency and provide a reliable reference for global copper trade.

In recent years, continued adjustments to European steel trade protection measures have made stainless steel import quotas an increasingly important factor.

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.

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

Expanding our iron ore production data in the SMM database by adding iron ore production data for 10 key iron ore-producing countries worldwide. The data update frequency remains annual, with specific

SMM is introducing two new silver premium/discount assessments: a weekly Hong Kong Silver Ingot Spot Premium (based on LBMA) and a daily premium/discount against the SHFE front-month silver contract.

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.

SMM will launch a new 9-Series NCM Cathode Material (For CE) price effective July 1, 2026, benchmarked against the 900604 and 900505 models to provide price guidance for consumer market.

SMM will introduce Southeast Asian 6063 Aluminum Billet Premiums, SMM Southeast Asian 6063 Aluminum Billet, and CIF Southeast Asia 6063 Aluminum Billet price points starting 3rd July 2026.