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Base Metals Rise Sharply on the SHFE: Zinc Leads Recovery
On Monday, July 21, prices of all base metals traded on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) rose sharply during morning trading, supported by macroeconomic optimism and signs of geopolitical easing. Of all base metals, zinc led the rise, posting the sharpest...
Vietnam Introduces 2% Duty on HDPE and LLDPE to Support Local Producer LSP
In a strategic effort to strengthen its domestic petrochemical industry, the Vietnamese government has introduced a 2% import duty on two key types of polyethylene: HDPE (high-density polyethylene) and LLDPE (linear low-density polyethylene). The measure took effect...
BHP Reports Record Copper Production: Surpasses 2 Million Tons in 2025
Mining giant BHP reported record copper production of 2.02 million tons in fiscal year 2025 (July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025), marking an 8% increase over the previous year, when production stood at 1.87 million tons. The production leap was driven primarily by the...
Tin Production: The Market Prepares for a Transition Phase
After a year marked by production disruptions and supply shortages, the refined tin and concentrate sector is preparing for a potential turnaround. According to analysts, increased production capacity could bring new activity to the market, encourage inventory...