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ChemPriceHub Alert: Decrease in LME Lead Inventories Boosts Lead Prices

Published on 2026-01-29

On January 29, the London Metal Exchange (LME) reported lead inventories of 207,675 tons, a decrease of 1,500 tons. Among these, registered warehouse receipts totaled 186,975 tons, while canceled warehouse receipts amounted to 20,700 tons, accounting for 9.97% of the total. PriceSeek's analysis of lead indicates a bullish sentiment with a score of 1. The reduction of 1,500 tons in LME lead inventories (total 207,675 tons) suggests tightening supply, which is favorable for spot lead prices. The relatively low canceled warehouse receipt ratio of 9.97% indicates that the inventory decline is primarily driven by actual demand rather than short-term withdrawal signals, further supporting an upward trend in lead prices. Historical data shows that while the inventory decrease of approximately 0.72% is not a drastic change, the ongoing reduction in supply may push spot prices higher, aligning with typical bullish factors.

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