Tag: LME Zinc

  • After uncertain 2025, global zinc market braces for stability in 2026

    After uncertain 2025, global zinc market braces for stability in 2026

    LME cash prices rise 3% y-o-y Global zinc demand up 1-2% in 2025 The global zinc market in 2025 showed paper surpluses but physical tightness. Rising supply met weak demand, while collapsing inventories and concentrate constraints supported prices. In 2026, analysts expect clearer surpluses, inventory recovery, and flat-to-lower prices. Prices, inventories  Despite weak demand, zinc…