Lead Prices

15-04-2026 - Over the past month, the price of lead as a raw material has experienced a modest increase, climbing from $1,859.95 per ton to $1,894.28 per ton. This upward movement suggests a strengthening market, potentially reflecting shifts in supply and demand dynamics. However, the forecast for lead prices is $1,887.91 per ton, slightly lower than the current price of $1,894.28 per ton, indicating a minor -0.3% change. This suggests a generally stable trend with minimal risk, as the price change is marginal.

Current forecasts indicate upward price pressure on raw materials, driven by technical data, particularly the futures curve and traders' positions. However, there are conflicting signals, as supply and technical data suggest price increases, while demand and flows data indicate downward pressure, creating an uncertain market outlook.

The forecast anticipates a decline in the LME lead price to $1,887.91 per ton over the next month. This projection aligns with Trading Economics, which expects lead prices to reach $1,943.68 per metric ton by the end of this quarter, suggesting a downward trend. Overall, the market for lead remains uncertain, with mixed signals from various data sources contributing to a complex outlook.