Copper fees plunge close to zero in test for China’s smelters
China’s copper smelters are at a critical juncture after fees for processing imported ore collapsed to single figures.
China coal group says peak demand imminent as clean power grows
Coal is being displaced in the power sector due to…
Zinc price rallies as traders unwind bearish bets on better outlook
Support has also come from a report this week that…
China splurges on gold for a 16th month as price hits record
Bullion held by the People’s Bank of China rose by…
China’s copper smelters to discuss production cut as fees slump
Smelters compete to treat concentrate but overseas mine disruptions are…
