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    CESCO Week 2026
    10 things in focus at CESCO Week 2026 as sulfuric acid upends the copper market

    China’s planned sulfuric acid export ban from May 1, historic lows for copper concentrates treatment and refining charges (TC/RCs) and a fragmenting 2026 benchmark system dominated CESCO Week 2026 in Santiago from April 13-17.

    April 17, 2026
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    By: Julienne Raboca
    US-China metals trade
    CZPT set zinc concentrates TC guidance at $35-70 per tonne for Q2 2026 purchasing

    The China Zinc Smelter Purchase Team (CZSPT) set its buying guidance for imported zinc concentrate treatment charges (TCs) at $35-70 per tonne for the second quarter of 2026 during a meeting held in Chengdu, China.

    April 16, 2026
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    By: Eva Qi
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    Shanghai Pulp Week stalemate comes to a head as global costs begin to surge

    The 2026 pulp market faces rising costs, tightening supply, and shifting demand. Discover expert insights and strategies to navigate these challenges and seize opportunities in a volatile global landscape.

    April 16, 2026
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    By: Patrick Cavanagh
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    CME lithium carbonate futures contract records consecutive monthly trading volume high in April 2026 

    The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) lithium carbonate futures contract achieved its second consecutive record monthly trading volume in April, according to CME data.

    April 15, 2026
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    By: Viral Shah
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