GLOBAL ZINC & LEAD WRAP: US lead inquiries pick up; global lead, zinc premiums stable

摘要

Global zinc and lead premiums were stable in the week to Tuesday May 26, with increased spot inquiries for lead amid battery producer Exide’s bankruptcy failing to translate to higher United States premiums, while demand for zinc in all regions remained lackluster. - Battery producer Exide Technologies bankruptcy filing stimulates US lead spot interest - China zinc market subdued by lack of arbitrage opportunities - North European zinc market illiquid despite commercial restarts