Copper prices fell sharply, with some downstream buyers making small restocking purchases, but overall trading remained sluggish [SMM South China Spot Copper]

Democratic Republic of Congo's Copper Exports Increase by Nearly 10%, LME Copper and SHFE Copper Close Sharply Lower Overnight [SMM Copper Morning Meeting Minutes]

There was still restocking before the holiday, and the price spread between futures contracts was relatively large, stimulating spot premiums to fluctuate and rise. [SMM Southern China Spot Copper Cathode Weekly Review]

The Automotive Industry Started the Year on a Stable Note, NEV Exports Grew Rapidly, and Trade-In Subsidies Emerged in Succession [SMM Special Report]

The market has entered holiday mode, with prices remaining stable overall, awaiting recovery post-holiday. [SMM Cast Aluminum Alloy Morning Comment]