Since the start of 2016, zinc has doubled in price. A combination of mine closures (owing to depletion), production cuts and solid demand have been the key drivers of the rally. But speculative activity has also played a role. In this Metals Watch we look at the latest developments in the zinc market, including the likelihood of Glencore restarting its idled operations, and assess what’s next for prices.
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