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Zinc futures climbed above $3,650 per tonne, the highest level since June 2022, as prospects of reduced Chinese mine and smelter production heightened concerns over near-term supply. Production adjustments at a zinc mine in Southwest China are expected to reduce zinc concentrate output by around 1,000 tonnes in August, while scheduled maintenance at a major smelter in Central China could cut production by 1,000-1,500 tonnes, further limiting concentrate availability. Among key producers, Glencore reported a 21% year-on-year decline in own-sourced zinc production in the first half of 2026, although it maintained its full-year production guidance. Boliden’s zinc concentrate production dropped 16.8% quarter-on-quarter, while MMG fell 1% year-on-year in the second quarter. Prices were also supported by a weaker US dollar, making greenback-priced commodities more attractive to overseas buyers.
