Ahead of the Chinese New Year holiday, trading activity in the spot market was sluggish, and the price spread for primary lead across regions widened [SMM Weekly Review of the Refined Lead Spot Market]

SMM Weekly Operating Rate of Primary Lead Smelters (February 6, 2026–February 12, 2026) [SMM Weekly Review of Primary Lead Operating Rates]

SMM Weekly Operating Rate of Secondary Lead Smelters (February 6, 2026–February 12, 2026) [SMM Lead Weekly Review]

[SMM Analysis] Nickel Intermediate Product Market Experiences Holiday Stagnation, Trading Sluggish

[SMM Analysis] Total HRC Inventory Expected to Accumulate Around 21% in the First Week After Chinese New Year