Base metal

Author: Thompson
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Publication Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This book is divided into 7 chapters. Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the overall situation of base metals, including their history and the structure and operating modes of the market, with a focus on the London Metal Exchange. The other 6 chapters sequentially discuss 6 types of base metals: aluminum, copper, lead, zinc, nickel, and tin. The content includes the history of the metals, their sources, production processes, applications, sales, and prospects in both positive and negative aspects. It also covers metal ore reserves, production processes, end-use consumption trends, and trade patterns. The book features tables of data on production, consumption, imports and exports, and stock levels, as well as a list of metal mines, smelters, and refineries worldwide. Additionally, it discusses the development of metal markets and trading conditions. This manual is a comprehensive reference tool and one of the most successful industry publications in the British publishing industry, hailed as the "bible" of the metal trade. The content covers all aspects of base metals, making it both comprehensive and detailed. Numerous charts and graphs enhance the clarity and understanding of the material. The author is well-versed in international markets and trade, making the book highly informative and practical. The appendices are also expected to greatly facilitate readers in retrieving information.