Powering the Core Journey! OFweek 2026 (10th Annual) Industry Annual Conference is set for a major upgrade and will make its debut at the AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong (Main Forum, Hall 8) from March 11-12, 2026 . This annual conference will be held concurrently with TBSA 2026 (2026 Asia International and Exhibition), covering an exhibition area of over 22,000 square meters. It will attract more than 350 global exhibitors and over 20,000 international professional visitors. Over 150 industry leaders will gather to explore cutting-edge trends in the battery industry, connect global resources, and jointly create a new industrial landscape. Two major events will also be held concurrently: the Weike Cup·OFweek 2025 (8th Annual) Industry Awards Ceremony, and the launch event of the "Involution Ebbs, Innovation Gathers Strength: 2026 China Lithium Battery Industry Panorama Blue Book" (including the release of rankings), integrating exhibitions, high-end conferences, and industry awards. Global renowned enterprises such as Power, Lead Intelligent Equipment, Materials, BTR, Reasolid New Material, Bosch Rexroth, Jingshi, Zhongke Shenlan Huize, and WELION New Energy will gather at this grand event to share insights and jointly promote a new pattern of high-quality development across the industry chain. Three Special Sessions: Decoding Cutting-Edge Trends and Growth Opportunities As an annual barometer for the lithium battery industry, this conference, centered around the theme of "Technological Breakthroughs - Intelligent Manufacturing Upgrades - Market Outlook," will feature three special sessions on Technology and Applications, "Intelligent Manufacturing," and Solid-State Batteries . It will focus on pathways for technological implementation, delve into intelligent manufacturing and cost-reduction and efficiency-enhancement solutions, and provide insights into solid-state battery technology roadmaps to help secure a leading position in next-generation battery technologies. Two major launch events will be held concurrently: ▲ BTR New Product Launch Event : The anode leader unveils innovative products, showcasing groundbreaking technologies and achievements; ▲ Launch Event of the "2026 Lithium Battery Industry Panorama Blue Book" : Exclusive release of industry data, policy interpretations, and future trend forecasts, providing a comprehensive overview for industrial decision-making. A Top-Tier Lineup Assembled: Sneak Peek at the Agenda Contact Us Business Cooperation: Ms. Jiao Tel: 19168597392 Email: Market Cooperation/Media Cooperation: Ms. Yi Tel: 19925234597 Email: yiguandi@ofweek.com

On November 26, the Shanghai Metals Expo (SME) 2025, organized by SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. and SMM Trading Center Co., Ltd., wrapped up successfully in Shanghai, China!

[SMM Analysis: SHFE Tin Expected to Rally Strongly After Holiday, Reviewing the Logic Behind LME Tin's Nearly 3% Surge During National Day] During the 2025 National Day holiday (October 1 to October 8), global commodity markets performed strongly, with the metals sector overall showing an upward trend. In this wave of "metal frenzy," tin prices stood out particularly, becoming the focus of market attention. The London Metal Exchange (LME) tin price rose significantly during this period, with a cumulative increase of 2.71%, closing at $36,370/mt and once hitting a high of $37,600/mt. Similar to tin, other major nonferrous metals also generally rose, with LME copper, zinc, and aluminum rising by 3.38%, 4.25%, and 2.91%, respectively, while the precious metal gold broke through the historical psychological barrier of $4,000/ounce.